Health and Human Services

Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies: Health and Human Services

This sequence of courses supports Health and Human Services or anyone interested in a non-licensure education pathway.

The Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies:  With a focus on Health and Human Services is a degree completion program specifically designed for the adult learner seeking a non-traditional pathway.  This program provides students with a broad based interdisciplinary education focusing on individuals who seek a career in a wide variety of professional settings in healthcare, human services, social services, and related fields. Students graduating with a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies will demonstrate advanced skills in critical thinking, research, writing, and oral presentation.  Graduates will be able to apply interdisciplinary methods, approaches, and insights to the analysis of a given theme or issue, and to the development of creative solutions to complex problems.

The Interdisciplinary Studies: With a focus on Health and Human Services program is designed for those with work experience and an Associate’s Degree (45 – 75 transfer credits). The program is a cohort model for the adult learner who is managing work and family demands.  In completing this degree, students will be prepared to advance their careers in a wide range of occupations and industries.

Program Features:

Location: MCLA-Pittsfield at 66 Allen Street
  • Each class will meet once a week for a 4-hour session (5:00 – 9:00PM)  
  • Courses will be 6-7 weeks in duration
  • Classes will include between-class work and require online learning applications
  • Students will carry one course during each 6-7 week period               
  • Upon completion of each period, students will immediately begin the next course 
  • Students will have the opportunity to earn college credit for life and work experience.
  • Students are expected to complete this degree program in just over two years                       

Financial Aid

  • Financial aid counseling is available on the MCLA website at www.mcla.edu/financialaid.                  
    All students taking 9 or more credits will need to verify proof of health insurance.

got Questions? contact us!

Erinn Kennedy
Associate Director of Advising and Outreach
Division of Graduate and Continuing Education
Erinn.Kennedy@mcla.edu
(413)662-5422