Master of Arts (M.A.) in Humanitarian Action and Human Rights – Disaster Relief
Learn to Offer Spiritual Care While Serving in Disaster Situations with a Master’s in Humanitarian Action and Human Rights – Disaster Relief
Respond to the calling to serve those in need with Liberty’s Master of Arts (M.A.) in Humanitarian Action and Human Rights – Disaster Relief. If you are looking for ways to meet the growing needs of your community and the people of the world, then this degree is a great place to start. Gain the knowledge and skills you need to aid in disaster situations as you help those who are suffering.
With this program, you can become equipped to serve as a professional Christian worker through your church or faith-based non-governmental organizations (NGOs). This program incorporates industry-standard best practices that can prepare you for positions on a disaster response team or other areas that require a broad knowledge of human rights and humanitarian aid. Our faculty have years of experience in their respective fields and can help bolster your abilities and prepare you for success.
What Will You Learn in Liberty University’s Human Rights Master’s – Disaster Relief Program?
- Choosing and prioritizing intervention areas
- How to develop interventions and activities
- How to use data in problem analysis
- Identifying program goals along with transition or exit strategies
- The effects of stress and trauma on people and organizations
- Theoretical concepts of crisis response and critical incidents
In this human rights program, you can examine the historical and theoretical foundations of global engagement and learn how to meet the needs of a culturally diverse world. You’ll also analyze some of the international declarations and resolutions of the United Nations Human Rights Council. In addition, you will examine the role of faith-based organizations, communities, and pastors in the care of the emotional and spiritual health of individuals and communities following a disaster.
Potential Careers for M.A. in Humanitarian Action and Human Rights – Disaster Relief Graduates
- Civil rights analyst
- Disaster relief coordinator
- Disaster response exercise planner and facilitator
- Faith-based international development and aid worker
- Global refugee worker
- Humanitarian aid worker
- Humanitarian assistance specialist
- International humanitarian aid worker
Benefits of Pursuing Your Online Master’s in Human Rights Degree with Liberty University
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for many divinity courses* all for one convenient fee.
- Your ministry matters – so when you take 9-15 credit hours per semester in your divinity program, you’ll pay a discounted block rate of $2,750.** It’s our way of supporting all you do to serve others.
- You can complete this M.A. in Humanitarian Action and Human Rights – Disaster Relief program in as little as 1.5 years!
*Electronic textbooks are not provided for courses that fall under departments outside the School of Divinity.
**Credits taken below 9 and above 15 credit hours for the online M.A. in Humanitarian Action and Human Rights are charged at the part-time rate.
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for part-time graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
- Discounted divinity block rate: $2,475 per semester – only $165/credit at 15 credit hours*
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
*Credits taken below 9 credit hours and above 15 credit hours for the online M.A. in Humanitarian Action and Human Rights are charged at the part-time rate
Credit Hours
Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jan 13, 2025
Accreditation
ATS Commission on Accrediting