Welcome to the Human Services Community! Learn more here about the different career paths you can pursue, get resources to start your career journey, and take the next steps to pursue career opportunities.
People who are interested in Human Services might be interested in careers that support individuals, families, and communities. These roles focus on counseling, mental health, family services, personal care, and consumer advocacy. Human Services professionals help others navigate life challenges and improve their overall well-being.
To discuss career opportunities and how to prepare for roles in this interest area, schedule an appointment with a career counselor through Clemson Job Link.
Career Pathways
Common career pathways associated with Human Services include but are not limited to:
- Counselors
- Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
- Mental Health Counselors
- School Psychologists
- Community Health Workers
- Health Education Specialists
- Social Workers
View the O*Net Online website to see more career pathways for Human Services. To learn about post-graduation outcomes of Clemson students who have received a bachelor’s degree, visit the Career Outcomes page.
Experiential Learning & Enrichment Activities
Engaging in academic and co-curricular experiences allows you to learn by doing and develop core competencies that equip you for life after Clemson. Additionally, these opportunities can help you to build confidence, explore interests, and experience varied organizations while expanding your professional network.
Consider the following academic and co-curricular opportunities:
Campus Resources
- CBSHS News
- CBSHS Research Centers & Institutes
- Clemson Counselor Education Program Information
- Clemson Experiential Learning
- Communication Research Initiatives
- Communication Student Opportunities
- Grow in the Core Competencies Employers & Grad Schools Seek
- Psychology Research Information
- Psychology Student Resources
- Sociology, Anthropology & Criminal Justice Engagement Opportunities
