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Laurel Ridge Community College
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Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies: Human Services
Associate of Arts & ScienceAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies: Human Services
Laurel Ridge Community College
The specialization is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four year college to earn a degree in the human services field.
Program Credit Requirements
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio,
the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences
you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will
transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.
Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.
The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio
and the requirements for the selected program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies: Human Services
60
Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in General Studies: Human Services
60
Course Grad Req 697-02 (2022-23 Catalog)
60
1st Semester Requirements
13
Student Development Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ENG 111 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HMS 100 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Information Literacy Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Math Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
2nd Semester Requirements
15
ENG 112 or 113 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
HMS 121 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Communication Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
History Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Social Science Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
3rd Semester Requirements
16
Literature Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Science with Lab Elective
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Human Services Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Social Science Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
4th Semester Requirements
16
HMS 290 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Science with Lab Elective
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Human Services Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Social Science Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Approved Transfer Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Residency
60
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 45 credits may be applied to this program.
GPA
60
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
Program Overview & Guidance
Delivery Mode
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Delivery Mode
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Transfer Degree
| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Considerations for Selecting Degree | For students interested in pursing degrees in social work, human services, psychology, or clinically based graduate work, the human services specialization provides foundational courses, making transfer to 4-year institutions seamless. With GAA's and 2+2 agreements, the specialization can provide students opportunities for admission to junior year programs of study. |
| Considerations When Selecting Courses |
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | HMS 290 Coordinated Internship is a capstone course requiring 105-135 hours of internship experience in a human services organization. A background check is often a requirement for internship placement for community internship placements. |
| Doing More With Your Degree | The capstone coordinated internship provides opportunities for students to apply their skills and knowledge in real situations, clarifying their interests in the helping professions. |
| Program Successes & Highlights |
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Students transferring to Laurel Ridge with an Associate Degree or higher already completed will be able to transfer in applicable credits to their degree and will have SDV 100 waived. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School |
| Credit for Prior Learning | https://laurelridge.edu/credit-for-prior-learning/ |
| Did You Know That... |
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College Level Information
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Is This College Right For Me? | Our classes feature up-to-date technology and course content to prepare you for a competitive job market. We offer many courses that will transfer to colleges all over Virginia and the nation. Our student life team offers many ways for students to get involved including clubs, activities, and volunteer opportunities. |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | The catalog year in effect at the time a student was formally admitted into their curriculum at Laurel Ridge. |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog placement is tied to semester start selected in the application. |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | https://laurelridge.edu/transfer/ |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Psychology/Social Work Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | Associate of Science in Social Sciences - Pre-Social Work Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Human Services - Pre Social Work Specialization | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Social Work | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Bluefield University | BA in Psychology and Human Services | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Bluefield University | BS in Psychology and Human Services | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Bluefield University | BS in Psychology and Human Services - Online | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | Online |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate in Applied Science Degree in Human Services | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Human Services | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Norfolk State University | Baccalaureate in Social Work | Bachelor | Baccalaureate in Social Work | 4-Year | In-Person |
| George Mason University | Social Work, BSW | Bachelor | Bachelor of Social Work | 4-Year | Hybrid |
| Virginia Western Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Human Services | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Human Services | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Radford University | BSW in Social Work | Bachelor | Bachelor of Social Work | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Ferrum College | B.S.W. in Social Work | Bachelor | Bachelor of Social Work | 4-Year | |
| Longwood University | Social Work BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Human Services | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Social Work, Major in Social Work | Bachelor | Bachelor of Social Work | 4-Year | In-Person |
| New River Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Human Services | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Virginia Wesleyan University | Bachelor of Social Work | Bachelor | Bachelor of Social Work | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Social Work, Bachelor of Social Work | Bachelor | Bachelor of Social Work | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Mary Baldwin University | Bachelor of Social Work | Bachelor | Bachelor of Social Work | 4-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Social Sciences: Deaf Studies Specialization, A.S. | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Business Administration - Spec in Business Information Tech | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Education | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Theatre Arts | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Art | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Education - Specialization in Teacher Preparation | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Science - Specialization in Natural Resources | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science Specialization in Computer Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in Science - Specialization in Engineering | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Business Administration Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Pre-Engineering Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Criminal Justice Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Health-STEM Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Pre-BSN Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Pre-Teacher Preparation Elementary (PreK-6) Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Blue Ridge Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in College/University Transfer | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Blue Ridge Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in College/University Transfer: Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Blue Ridge Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in College University Transfer: Psychology | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | Associate of Science in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | Associate of Science in General Studies | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Public Health | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Central Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Central Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Science in Business Administration - Business Information Technology | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Central Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Education | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Central Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in General Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Central Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Central Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Science with a Specialization in Life Sciences | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Central Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Science with a Specialization in Physical Sciences | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| George Mason University | Individualized Study, BIS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Individualized Study | 4-Year | In-Person, Online |
| George Mason University | Applied Science, BAS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Applied Science | 4-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Danville Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Danville Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Liberal Arts | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Danville Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Liberal Arts - Humanities Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Danville Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Liberal Arts - Social Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Danville Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Danville Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Science - Computer Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Richard Bland College | Associate of Arts | Associate | Associate of Arts | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Richard Bland College | Associate of Science-Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | Online, In-Person |
| Longwood University | Elementary Education and Teaching BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Longwood University | Elementary & Middle School Education and Teaching BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| The George Washington University College of Professional Studies | Bachelor's in Paralegal Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Professional Studies | 4-Year | In-Person, OnlineSynchronous |
| Southside Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Southside Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in Education | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Southside Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in General Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Southside Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in General Studies-Human Services | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Southside Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in General Studies-Administration of Justice | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Southside Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in General Studies-Agribusiness | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Southside Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in General Studies-Health Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Southside Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Business Analytics | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in General Studies Computer Information Systems Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in African American Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in Appalachian Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in Gender Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Science Degree in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Arts and Science | 2-Year | Online, Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Science in Business Administration with Specialization in Outdoor Leadership | Associate | Associate of Arts and Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Science Degree in Education | Associate | Associate of Arts and Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Science Specialization in Pre Teacher Education | Associate | Associate of Arts and Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Science Degree in General Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts and Science | 2-Year | Online |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Science Degree in Fine Arts/Genl Stud | Associate | Associate of Arts and Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Science Degree in Psychology-General Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts and Science | 2-Year | Online |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Science in General Studies-Music | Associate | Associate of Arts and Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Science in General Studies with Specialization in Agribusiness | Associate | Associate of Arts and Science | 2-Year | Online |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Science in General Studies with Specialization in Appalachian Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts and Science | 2-Year | Online |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Science Degree in Engineering | Associate | Associate of Arts and Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Science Degree in Engineering - Specialization in Software Engineering | Associate | Associate of Arts and Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Science Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Science Degree in Science Specialization Geology & Environmental Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Science in Science Specialization in Pre-Medical | Associate | Associate of Arts and Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Associate of Arts Education | Associate | Associate of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Accounting | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Art | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Bible, Religion, and Theology | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Biochemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Biology | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Business Administration | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Clinical Laboratory Sciences | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Computer Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Digital Media and Communication | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Economics | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Engineering | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts English | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Environmental Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Global Development | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Global Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts History | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts History and Social Sciences | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts International Business | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Leadership and Organizational Management | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Language Arts | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Marketing | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Mathematics | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Music and Peacebuilding | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Music Theater | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science in Nursing | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science in Nursing | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Organizational Leadership | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Peacebuilding | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Peacebuilding and Development | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Photography | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Political Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Psychology | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Recreation and Sports Management | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Sociology | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Spanish | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Writing Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Ferrum College | B.S. in Liberal Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | |
| Ferrum College | B.A. in Liberal Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | |
| Longwood University | Liberal Studies BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Longwood University | Liberal Studies - Special Education BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Mountain Gateway Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Mountain Gateway Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Education | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Mountain Gateway Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Mountain Gateway Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies w/Specialization in Administration of Justice | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Mountain Gateway Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Shenandoah University | Bachelor of Arts University Interdisciplinary Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Science - General Studies (Professional Communication) | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Education | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies with a Specialization in Human Services | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in General Studies with a Specialization in Substance Abuse | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in General Studies Specialization in Community & Provider Services | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in General Studies Specialization Developmental Disabilities | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies with Spec in Communications & Media Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies Specialization in Health Sciences | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science with a Specialization in Engineering | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science: Computer Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science: Mathematics Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science Specialization in Food Animal Production | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science Specialization in Veterinary Preparation | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Arts, Major in Individualized Study | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Individualized Study, Major in Individualized Study | Bachelor | Bachelor of Individualized Study | 4-Year | In-Person |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Science, Major in Independent Scholars | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Arts, Major in Independent Scholars | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Science, Major in Individualized Study | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Science, Major in Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| New River Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| New River Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Education | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| New River Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Engineering | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| New River Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Engineering-Computer Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| New River Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in General Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| New River Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in General Studies-Computer Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| New River Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in General Studies-Fine Arts Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| New River Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in General Studies-Visual Communication Design Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| New River Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Liberal Arts | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| New River Community College | Associate of Arts and Science in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Computer Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Education | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in General Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in Performing Arts | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in Visual Arts | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in Teacher Education Prep | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in Human Services | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies -Recreation, Parks & Leisure Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in Information Technology | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in Criminal Justice | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies-Specialization in Media Design & Production | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies- Specialization in Music | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science - Specialization in Medical Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science-Specialization in Pre-BSN | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science - Specialization in Health Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| University of Mary Washington | BA in LASC: American Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| University of Mary Washington | BA in LASC: Women's, Gender , and Sexuality Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Shore Community College | Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Eastern Shore Community College | General Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Eastern Shore Community College | Liberal Arts | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Eastern Shore Community College | Liberal Arts, Education Specialization: Teacher Preparation (PreK-8) | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| The University of Virginia's College at Wise | Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in Elementary Education | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Mountain Empire Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Arts & Sciences | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Mountain Empire Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Pre-Teacher Education | Associate | Associate of Arts & Sciences | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Mountain Empire Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in University Transfer | Associate | Associate of Arts & Sciences | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Mountain Empire Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies Software Engineering Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts & Sciences | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Mountain Empire Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Mountain Empire Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences - Engineering Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Marymount University | Liberal Studies (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Art | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Mary Baldwin University | Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts & Interdisciplinary Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | Online, Hybrid |
| Germanna Community College | Business Administration Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Germanna Community College | Education Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Germanna Community College | K-8 Education Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Germanna Community College | Liberal Arts Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Germanna Community College | General Studies Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Germanna Community College | General Studies - Specialization in Psychology Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Germanna Community College | General Studies - Specialization in Health & PE Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Germanna Community College | General Studies - Specialization Pre-BSN Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Germanna Community College | General Studies - Specialization in Administration of Justice Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Germanna Community College | Science - Biology Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Germanna Community College | Science - Chemistry Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Germanna Community College | Science - Environmental Science Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Germanna Community College | Science - Geology Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Germanna Community College | Science - Physics Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Germanna Community College | Science - Computer Science Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Germanna Community College | Science - Applied Math Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Liberal Arts, A.A. | Associate | Associate of Arts | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11-9151.00 | Social and Community Service Managers | Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers. | Management Occupations |
| 21-1021.00 | Child, Family, and School Social Workers | Provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children. May assist parents, arrange adoptions, and find foster homes for abandoned or abused children. In schools, they address such problems as teenage pregnancy, misbehavior, and truancy. May also advise teachers. | Community and Social Service Occupations |
| 25-1199.00 | Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | All postsecondary teachers not listed separately. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 21-1099.00 | Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other | All community and social service specialists not listed separately. | Community and Social Service Occupations |
| 21-1093.00 | Social and Human Service Assistants | Assist other social and human service providers in providing client services in a wide variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, or social work, including support for families. May assist clients in identifying and obtaining available benefits and social and community services. May assist social workers with developing, organizing, and conducting programs to prevent and resolve problems relevant to substance abuse, human relationships, rehabilitation, or dependent care. | Community and Social Service Occupations |
| 21-1019.00 | Counselors, All Other | All counselors not listed separately. | Community and Social Service Occupations |
| 21-1022.00 | Healthcare Social Workers | Provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family caregivers. Provide patients with information and counseling, and make referrals for other services. May also provide case and care management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare. | Community and Social Service Occupations |
| 21-1013.00 | Marriage and Family Therapists | Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of marriage and family systems. Apply psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques in the delivery of services to individuals, couples, and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed nervous and mental disorders. | Community and Social Service Occupations |
| 21-1023.00 | Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | Assess and treat individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse problems, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs. Activities may include individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, prevention, and education. | Community and Social Service Occupations |
| 21-1092.00 | Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | Provide social services to assist in rehabilitation of law offenders in custody or on probation or parole. Make recommendations for actions involving formulation of rehabilitation plan and treatment of offender, including conditional release and education and employment stipulations. | Community and Social Service Occupations |
| 25-1113.00 | Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses in social work. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 21-1029.00 | Social Workers, All Other | All social workers not listed separately. | Community and Social Service Occupations |