Cincinnati State

Why Cincinnati State

Our Human and Social Services AAS program gets you job-ready in as little as two years. With immersive practicum experiences, expert advising to navigate state credentialing, and affordable tuition, you’ll develop the hands-on skills needed to launch a rewarding career in social, human, or behavioral health settings.

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Streamlined

Our endorsement from the Ohio Coalition of Associate Degree Human Service Educators streamlines your path to professional credentials, making the transition from education to employment smoother.

Connections

Our established partnerships with local organizations like Talbert House, Lighthouse Youth Services, and Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health often lead to direct hiring opportunities for our students.

Experience

Our curriculum emphasizes practical skills and direct client interaction, not just theory, preparing you for the realities of human services work.

Flexibility

Take advantage of online, hybrid, and in-person classes designed to accommodate busy students and working adults.

Exploring Major Options

Human & Social Services is designed for students who want to work directly in social services, behavioral health, or addiction recovery, and it leads to the credentials needed to get started in the field. But Cincinnati State offers a few other similar programs, too, and it can be hard to know which one truly fits your goals. Learn more and compare the options so you can feel more confident that HSS is the right path for you.

Human and Social Services

Prepares you for work in social services, behavioral health, and community support. Qualified graduates of this associate’s degree are eligible to register as a Social Work Assistant (SWA) in Ohio. It’s a strong option if you want to work directly with people across a variety of settings. Includes a required practicum.

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Human and Social Services – Addiction Studies

Focus is on careers in addiction recovery and substance use support. This degree builds on the Human and Social Services major foundation with specialized coursework in chemical dependency. Graduates can pursue credentials like the LCDC II. Includes a required practicum.

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Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Certificate

A good option for students interested in disability advocacy or support work. This certificate prepares you to support individuals with developmental disabilities in homes, day programs, and early intervention services.

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Addiction Studies Certificate

Get started in the addiction counseling field with focused, short-term training. This certificate prepares you to earn the CDCA credential and qualify for entry-level roles in substance use recovery programs. It can also be paired with the HSS degree for students seeking additional specialization.

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Turn Intention into Action

Ready to start a career that helps people and strengthens communities? Apply for Admission today!

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