Graduate Programs
"CECH has been exactly what I looked for in PhD programs. SPAD specifically, the support and guidance has been nothing short of great. Even with some of the forming connections I making with other CECH faculty, I find the same levels of support, which has helped me tremendously as a student and person overall."
Nick Graves Sports Administration - Ph.D Program
About our Graduate Programs
The School of Human Services at the University of Cincinnati offers graduate programs for students who want to make a difference in people’s lives. Our programs help students build skills to support individuals, families, and communities through hands-on learning and real-world experience. Students learn how to apply what they study in ways that matter in today’s workforce.
Graduate students work closely with experienced faculty and often gain experience through internships, research, or community partnerships. Many programs prepare students for professional licenses or certifications. With both on-campus and online options, students can choose a program that fits their goals and schedule.
On-Campus Graduate Programs
Public Health (MPH)
The Master of Public Health (MPH) – Health Education and Health Promotion at the University of Cincinnati prepares you to help communities stay healthy through education, policy, and advocacy. You’ll learn about behavior change, program planning, health disparities, and community engagement so you can create effective health programs and become a leader in the field.
Counseling Programs
The UC Counseling Program strives for national excellence in implementing an ecological counseling perspective through research and service with diverse populations, emphasizing underserved groups. As this vision is realized through faculty, staff, and student efforts, the program continues a tradition of national leadership.
School Psychology
The Specialist and Doctoral Programs in school psychology at UC offer extensive training and fieldwork, preparing highly professional psychologists to make significant contributions in child and family advocacy, and leadership in up-to-date research methods and practices. Both Programs are approved by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), and the doctoral program is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA).
Online Graduate Programs
Behavior Analysis
The online Master of Science in Behavior Analysis program at the University of Cincinnati is designed for students who want to become Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).
Community Health and Prevention Science
Take an active role in preventing and promoting social, physical, and mental health of your local community with the University of Cincinnati’s online MS Community Health and Prevention Science program.
Exercise Science
Our fully online program is designed for working professionals and recent college graduates who are ready to deepen their knowledge, enhance their skills, and advance their careers in the dynamic field of exercise and sport science.
Foundations in Behavior Analysis
The online Master of Education in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) offered by the University of Cincinnati is focused on the principles of human behavior and helping to build positive social skills while improving the lives of individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, and more.
Sport Administration
Our program is designed for coaches and administrators working at every level in athletics. Each course provides training that is immediately applicable to your current position, whether you are new to the field or have years of experience.
Doctoral Degree Programs
Counselor Education
The Counselor Education Doctoral program, at the University of Cincinnati, offers a unique and interdisciplinary approach to conducting applied research in human-centered, evidence-based practices.
Health Education
The Ph.D. in Health Education is an ideal program for individuals interested in helping people and communities to adopt healthy behaviors and healthy lifestyles through leadership and research.
School Psychology
The University of Cincinnati’s Ph.D. in School Psychology program is dedicated to preparing highly competent school psychologists utilizing a scientist-practitioner model. Doctoral-level graduates are prepared to serve as psychologists in schools, clinics, hospitals, and other agencies, as well as for academic and research positions.
Sport Administration
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Sport Administration program at University of Cincinnati is dedicated to preparing students for successful careers in the professoriate, higher education, and in the sports industry. Our program offers a flexible curriculum allowing students to customize their coursework and experiences to match their career and research goals.
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At the School of Human Services, we prepare students to support individuals, families, and communities through hands-on learning and real-world experience. Our programs are designed to help you build skills that matter in careers focused on helping others.