MSU's Bachelor of Arts in Community Support Services is intended to train direct support professionals. Graduates work with people with disabilities or chronic illness at-risk children and youth, and families who need assistance in supporting family members.

A minor in community support services is also available and appropriate for individuals majoring in psychology, social work or other areas of human services.

Typically employed as staff in a wide range of community agencies, careers may include positions in supported living, supported employment, service coordination and family support.