The online MS in Victim Services Management (MSVSM) provides students with the knowledge to support, advocate for, and provide direct services to victims of crime. The program focuses on trauma-informed care, legal advocacy, grant writing and research, and the management of victim services programs. Graduates are equipped to lead victim support organizations, work in agencies providing services to victims, and influence public policy for victim rights.
All courses are offered online in 7.5-week sessions, allowing students to complete the program in just one calendar year with a full course load (2 courses per term). Plus, all online courses at SHSU qualify for in-state tuition, making this a flexible and affordable option for advancing your career.
Sample Courses:
- VSCT 6338 Coordinating Victim Services
- VCST 5365 Seminar in Crime Victim Services and Management
- VCST 5382 Family Violence
- VCST 5384 Child Abuse and Neglect
- VCST 5364 Seminar in Victimology
Career Options:
- Victim Service Agency
- Social Service Agency
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Correctional Facility/Community Corrections
- Child and Adult Protective Services
Program Breakdown
| Category | Degree Summary |
|---|---|
| Catalog Entry | Master of Science (M.S.) |
| Length | 36 Credit Hours |
| Enrollment | Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Costs | Rates Per Semester |
| Admission Requirements | Application Materials |
Application Deadlines
Application deadlines for the Master of Science in Victim Services Management program may be extended depending on space availability.
Fall
7A: August 1
7B: October 1
Spring
7A: December 15
7B: February 20
Summer
Session I: May 15
Session II: June 25
Please note that application deadlines will occasionally change.
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