Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Human Services Leadership, Ethics

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based Human Services Leadership, Ethics

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Faith-Based Human Services Leadership and Ethics core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Human Services Leadership and Ethics provides a robust academic foundation for students seeking to lead with integrity within non-profit, community-based, and public service sectors. Through a rigorous multidisciplinary approach, the program integrates critical inquiry, sociological research, and organizational management within the framework of compassionate service and ethical stewardship. Students engage with historical, cultural, and organizational perspectives to understand the complex needs of diverse populations. The curriculum emphasizes the development of professional competencies essential for navigating the challenges of human services while grounding practice in principled, values-based decision-making. By fostering a culture of servant leadership, this program prepares graduates to contribute meaningfully to the holistic well-being of individuals and communities. Students are challenged to synthesize theoretical knowledge with practical application, ensuring they emerge as reflective practitioners capable of addressing systemic needs with excellence, empathy, and professional maturity.

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Human Services Leadership, Ethics combines a robust general education foundation with comprehensive study in leadership theory, behavioral science, human development, professional ethics, research methodology, crisis awareness, resource referral, program development, and community-based support strategies.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Arts. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 120
• Duration: 4 years
• Degree Level: Bachelor

General education | 36 credit hours

• Faith-Based Human Services Leadership and Ethics core | 63 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours

Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG 101 | Academic Writing and Rhetoric | 3 | None
• HIS 110 | History of Western Social Institutions | 3 | None
• PSY 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | None
• MIN 100 | Principles of Servant Leadership | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• SOC 101 | Principles of Sociology | 3 | None
• MAT 120 | Foundations of Statistics | 3 | None
• COM 150 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 | None
• CHR 120 | Foundations of Ethical Thought | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS 200 | Organizational Management | 3 | None
• BIO 210 | Human Development | 3 | PSY 101
• RES 200 | Research Methods in Social Services | 3 | MAT 120
• HUM 205 | Cultural Diversity and Social Justice | 3 | SOC 101
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• COU 210 | Counseling Theory and Practice | 4 | PSY 101
• MGT 250 | Resource Stewardship and Finance | 3 | BUS 200
• SOC 220 | Social Problems and Analysis | 3 | SOC 101
• SOC 250 | Sociology of Community Engagement | 3 | CHR 120
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MGT 300 | Non-profit Leadership and Strategy | 4 | MGT 250
• CRJ 310 | Legal and Ethical Issues in Social Services | 3 | CHR 120
• SOC 350 | Community Organizing and Advocacy | 3 | SOC 220
• BUS 310 | Marketing and Communication for Non-profits | 3 | COM 150
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• COU 320 | Group Dynamics and Facilitation | 3 | COU 210
• RES 350 | Data-Driven Program Evaluation | 3 | RES 200
• EDU 380 | Teaching and Training in Social Settings | 3 | None
• HIS 390 | History of Social Reform Movements | 3 | HIS 110
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MGT 400 | Advanced Human Resource Management | 4 | MGT 300
• CHR 410 | Ethics in Leadership | 3 | CHR 120
• SOC 420 | Global Perspectives on Human Services | 3 | SOC 350
• PSY 450 | Principles of Character Development and Personal Ethics | 3 | MIN 100
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP 490 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | RES 350, MGT 300, CHR 410
• BUS 450 | Organizational Sustainability | 3 | MGT 300
• COU 480 | Crisis Intervention and Management | 3 | COU 320
• RES 495 | Professional Development and Internship | 3 | Senior standing

Career Opportunities

• Non-profit Organization Director
• Community Outreach Coordinator
• Human Services Program Manager
• Social Advocacy Strategist
• Faith-Based Institutional Administrator
• Development and Fundraising Officer
• Volunteer Services Manager
• Case Management Supervisor

Important Notices

• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based Human Services Leadership, Ethics
• Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years