SAN DIEGO, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Bridgepoint Education, Inc. (NYSE:BPI), a provider of post-secondary education services focused on providing higher access to higher education, announced today that Ashford University has introduced a new Bachelor of Arts degree in Health and Human Services. The degree will enable students working in a health-related, human service field, as well as students seeking to enter the sector, the opportunity to acquire the skills needed to serve its diverse constituents. The program will also provide a broad understanding of biological, psychological, and social theories. "This new degree program will teach students how to maintain a high level of personal service and care to those they serve, while simultaneously giving them the tools necessary to successfully operate in this technologically-advanced and dynamic field," said Dr. Alice Vestergaard, program director of Health and Human Services for Ashford University. Students who complete this degree may pursue careers in sociology, psychology, medicine, mental health, allied health, health promotion, health administration, health management, and managed care. Other possible fields include ecumenical services, corrections and criminal justice, nursing, child development, case management, housing management for specialized populations, family services, gerontology, and social work. The Bachelor of Arts in Health and Human Services is currently available online at Ashford University. It does not include any additional professional licensures or certifications. About Ashford University Founded in 1918, Ashford University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (http://www.ncahlc.org/). The University offers graduate and undergraduate degree programs online and at its Clinton, Iowa, campus. The University is known for its high quality yet highly affordable online and on-campus programs. For more information, please visit http://www.ashford.edu/ or call Shari Rodriguez, director of Public Relations, at 858.513.9240 x2513. About Bridgepoint Education Bridgepoint Education's postsecondary education services focus on offering associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs in such disciplines as business, education, psychology, social sciences and health sciences. Bridgepoint Education's regionally accredited academic institutions -- Ashford University and University of the Rockies -- deliver their programs online as well as at traditional campuses located in Clinton, Iowa, and Colorado Springs, Colorado. For more information about Bridgepoint Education, visit http://www.bridgepointeducation.com/ or call Shari Rodriguez, director of Public Relations at 858.668.2580. DATASOURCE: Bridgepoint Education, Inc. CONTACT: Shari Rodriguez, Director of Public Relations of Bridgepoint Education, Inc., +1-858-668-2580, Web Site: http://www.bridgepointeducation.com/

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