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Human Services - A.A. Degree (Transfer)

An Arts and Sciences Area of Study

Application Code 170

For curriculum information, contact the Health Sciences Division—Room HS-236—443-518-1560.

This area of study is designed to provide the necessary theoretical and practical skills required for entry-level human service workers in community settings such as: hospitals, mental health centers, social service agencies, substance abuse counseling sites, and gerontology centers. The curriculum is intended to provide the student with a consolidated body of knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to function in a variety of health and social services positions. The student may choose from two tracks: human services or chemical dependency. The area of study also provides preparation for transfer to four-year schools and upgrading knowledge and skills of persons already working in community and social service areas.

Suggested Semester 1

Course NumberTitleCredits
ENGL 121College Composition

3

BIOL 101General Biology I

4

PSYC 101General Psychology

3

Gen Ed Core Arts & Humanities Core Group A

3

Gen Ed Core Mathematics Core Course

3

Suggested Semester 2

Course NumberTitleCredits
HEED 125Ethics in Professional Practice

3

HUMS 110Introduction to Human Services

3

Gen Ed Core Arts & Humanities Core Group B

3

Gen Ed Core Science Core Course

3

Gen Ed Core Social & Behavioral Sciences Core Group B

3

Suggested Semester 3

Course NumberTitleCredits
HUMS 122Individual Counseling Techniques

3

HUMS 123Group Counseling Skills

3

PSYC 200Lifespan Development

3

Core Elective Any General Education Core Course

2

Elective Elective*

3

Suggested Semester 4

Course NumberTitleCredits
HUMS 124Family Counseling

3

HUMS 150Community Resources and Partnerships

3

HUMS 250Community Services Practicum

3

PSYC 203Abnormal Psychology

3

Elective Elective*

3

*Electives - Select from the courses below:

Students interested in positions in human services, such as mental health workers and psychiatric technicians, should select the following courses:

Course NumberTitleCredits
CRES 155Introduction to Conflict Resolution: Science and Art

3

HEED 220Crisis Intervention

3

Students interested in basic counseling skills for individuals and families, substance abuse prevention, and rehabilitation should select the following courses:**

Course NumberTitleCredits
HUMS 120Medical Aspects of Chemical Dependency

3

HUMS 121Introduction to Chemical Dependency Treatment

3

A graduate should be able to

  1. 1. Explain the historical development of human services, as it relates to the development of the theoretical framework.
  2. 2. Analyze a service problem, select appropriate strategies or interventions, and evaluate the outcomes.
  3. 3. Understand the psychological aspects of managing client/worker relationships.
  4. 4. Illustrate an understanding of ethical principles which guide the practice of human service.
  5. 5. Apply theoretical and practical skills acquired in the human services practicum.

Total Credit Hours: 60

The Arts & Humanities Core requirement may alternatively be fulfilled by completing a World Language Sequence plus one of the following courses: SPCH 151THET 102THET 103THET 202THET 241, or WMST 193. Students who choose to complete a World Language Sequence are not required to complete General Education Core Electives.

**These courses provide academic coursework to attain certification as a Certified Supervised Counselor - Alcohol and Drug. Additional clinical fieldwork in the addiction field is required.