Diploma Certificate in Human Services - A.A.S. at Kent State University

Kent State University

United States of America, Kent

University Rank:#1001

Kent State University offers the Diploma Certificate of Human Services - A.A.S. as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Kent , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for human services - a.a.s. and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 25, 2027.

About Diploma Certificate in Human Services - A.A.S.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Human Services is designed to prepare graduates for entry-level positions in a variety of human services agencies and includes applied courses in human services and joint university-agency supervised internships. The core courses provide a solid foundation in case management and client advocacy. This program is endorsed by the Ohio Coalition of Associate Degree Human Service Educators as authorized by the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board and the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board as meeting the curricular requirements for the Social Work Assistant, Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant I & II and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor.

The program is designed to articulate fully to Kent State's B.S. degree in Human Development and Family Studies, Human Services concentration. However, it is also applicable to the bachelor programs in psychology and sociology.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Diploma Certificate in Human Services - A.A.S. at Kent State University

Entry Requirements

2.000 2.000

English Requirements

PTEMin 48
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 71

English Program Requirements

Submitting your English test score

When applying as an undergraduate or graduate student to Kent State, there are a variety of ways to submit your score depending on which type of test you took.

Students should request that ETS send official TOEFL scores directly to Kent (institution code: 1367).
An IELTS or PTE report needs to be uploaded as a scanned PDF into our online application system..

All English scores will be verified for authenticity. Students with fraudulent documents will result in denial of admission or immediate dismissal.

Proficiency Waivers

Depending on your educational background, you may be eligible for an English language proficiency waiver, meaning you do not need to take a language exam. See our country list and related requirements.

Tuition and Fee Information for Diploma Certificate in Human Services - A.A.S. at Kent State University

¹Based on one academic year, two semesters for a full-time international student. Program and special course fees are additional.

²Based on a standard double room and basic board plan. Other room types and board plans at different prices are available.

³Based on the Student Health Insurance premium for one year. The United States does not have universal health care. For this reason, the university requires all international students to purchase the sponsored student health insurance plan. Under certain criteria, a student may request a waiver of this charge. Total is based on an estimated cost of the required books/supplies for each term and is subject to change each fall.

All international students are required to pay the $20 per semester International Student Activity Fee. The fee is assessed each semester to support the delivery of the various programs ISSS provides to its students.

Application Fee 70

How to Apply for Diploma Certificate in Human Services - A.A.S. at Kent State University

Follow the steps below to become part of the Kent State community. If you have any questions, please reach out to us any time.

Submit an Online Application and Fee

Prepare Application Documents to Upload as You Apply

Passport biographical page.
English Language Proficiency official results report for IELTS, PTE or MELAB. TOEFL score should be submitted officially through ETS (Institution Code 1367).
College transcript/detailed marksheets (Certified English translation and original language).
College Graduation Certificate/Diploma if already issued (Certified English translation and original language).
GRE/GMAT or other standardized tests if required (submit official test report through test center).
Graduate assistantship application (if applicable).
- Assistantship application.
- Graduate assistantship applicants may need to meet earlier deadlines. Please check with department for deadlines.
Additional documents if required. *Review requirements from individual department or school.
Financial guarantee (bank statements) that show sufficient funds to cover educational expenses.*
Kent State University Financial Information Worksheet.*
- *Financial documents are only required after acceptance.

Upload All Required Documents to the Online Application System

For faster processing, all the documents should be uploaded in the online application system to complete the application.

Check Your Application Status

Apply for Immigration Documents (I-20)

Transfer Your SEVIS record (If Applicable)

If you are an F-1 student transferring from a school in the United States, please review the Transfer In Guide regarding your SEVIS record transfer. F-1 students must transfer their SEVIS record in order to maintain their F-1 status.

Provide Final and Official Documents After Arrival

For admissions purposes, we accept scanned documents of international credentials and scanned copies of official U.S. transcripts. When an applicant is admitted, his/her final and official transcripts and diploma should be brought to the International Admissions Office for verification. This should be done within the first semester (or the first module for ESL students). Otherwise, the student's account will be put on HOLD.

Diploma Certificate in Human Services - A.A.S. at Kent State University

Kent State University

United States of America, Kent