Northern Illinois University

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Bachelor General Studies in
Health and Human Sciences

The Bachelor’s of General Studies in Health and Human Science degree, combined with previous credentials, prepares individuals for leadership, supervision, and management positions in the health care industry. 

The B.G.S. in Health and Human Sciences is an undergraduate degree designed for professionals in health care environments who are ready to advance to leadership roles in their workplaces. 

Employment opportunities in the health care professions are expanding, making this a great time to earn your bachelor’s degree. 

Admission to the B.G.S. in HHS requires a professional credential, license, certificate and an applied associates of science degree (or equivalent number of credits) in a health and human science field such as these:

  • Child development
  • Clinical laboratory technology
  • Emergency medical services
  • Fire science and safety
  • Human services
  • Nursing
  • Respiratory care
  • Substance abuse/counseling
  • Surgical technology

Classes are offered part-time during evenings and weekends at several convenient locations, or online:

  • NIU Hoffman Estates
  • NIU Rockford
  • Elgin Community College
  • Waubonsee Community College
  • NIU’s campus in DeKalb

Students in Health and Human Science classes are skilled in many different professions and may benefit from the following resources:

Combine your degree with a certificate in Homeland Security and enjoy professions integral to our safety and preparedness. For more information visit www.niu.edu/homelandsecurity

For more information on the College of Health and Human Sciences, visit www.chhs.niu.edu/bgs/

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Combine your degree with a certificate in Homeland Security and enjoy professions integral to our safety and preparedness.
For more information visit www.niu.edu/homelandsecurity