HSM - Human Services Multiple Program
Examination of the issues and dynamics of professional relationship within the content of the practicum experience. Specific attention given to: ethics of helping; organizational structure; service delivery systems; client assessment; and treatment planning with individual , group, agency, and family client units. The seminar will focus on both the commonalities (regardless of client population) of Human Service work as well as each student's unique learning experience. Concurrent enrollment in undergraduate Practicum. Enrollment is required with each Practicum/ Internship enrollment. 1-2 quarter hours
The study of the law affecting juveniles; delinquency, custody, adoption civil law and responsibility, special education and the Illinois School Code. Practical aspects of police interaction and intervention; the functions and capabilities of the Departments of Probation, Children and Family Services, and other public agencies. 3 semester hours.
Legal principles and issues pertinent to the field of human services administration, mental health and addiction counseling and employee assistance programs will be discussed. Such topics as: crime and delinquency; family crisis; child abuse and neglect; mental health laws; domestic violence laws; DUI information; special education; confidentiality as well as state and federal laws and regulations will be discussed. Issues of real property laws, labor and contract law, as well as professional liability will also be included. 3 semester hours
Examination of the psychological, social, behavioral, and cultural foundations of aggression and violence; issues of physical and emotional abuse within the family unit. 3 semester hours
A study of community power structures and resources, interest groups and citizen participation, influence and power, examination of models for developing and organizing community resources to implement change. 3 semester hours
The dynamics of child abuse, types of abuse, and the abuser; the impact and implications of child abuse on the family and society; treatment and prevention. 5 quarter hours
First course of a four-part sequence in the Human Services Professional Studies Sequence. This course requires a minimum of 15 hours of on-site experience in a human services agency, totaling a minimum of 150 clock hours for the quarter. Practicum may be completed in any of the specialized areas with advisor approval. Students work closely with and receive supervision from both the agency and university personnel. Student is required to enroll in HSM385 Practicum Supervision concurrently. Prerequisites: HSC201 and acceptance into Professional Studies Sequence. 1-5 quarter hours
Second Course of a four-past sequence in the HS Professional Studies Sequence. This course is a continuation of HSM481 as the student continues in the same placement setting for an additional minimum of 15 hours per week for a total of another 150 clock hours on site for the quarter. Students will continue to receive supervision both on site and within the University. Student is required to enroll in HSM385 Practicum Supervision concurrently. Prerequisites: HSM481 and department approval. 1-5 quarter hours
Third course of a four-part sequence in the Human Services Professional Studies Sequence. This course requires the student to choose a different practicum site than in HSM481 and HSM482 thus allowing the student the opportunity to further enhance his or her skills in another specialization area. The student is required to complete a minimum of 15 hours per week on site ( minimum of 150 hours) for the quarter and concurrently register in HSM385 Practicum Supervision thus receiving on-site and university supervision. Prerequisites: HSM482 and departmental approval. 1-5 quarter hours
Fourth course of a four-part sequence in the Human Services Professional Studies Sequence. This course is a continuation of HSM483 as the student continues in the same placement setting for an additional minimum of 15 hours per week (minimum of 150 clock hours) for the quarter and concurrently registering for HSM385 Practicum Supervision. Prerequisites: HSM483 and advisor approval. 1-5 quarter hours
An independent study offering for students and qualified practitioners, which is intended to increase academic qualifications and clinical expertise. Permits the Student to undertake individual research in an area approved by the department and instructor. 2-5 quarter hours
Introduces students to principles and methods of social research and prepares students to appropriately apply these skills in the conduct of program evaluation and other program management applications. Emphasis will be placed on the research context for decision making in the planning, design, analysis and reporting of applied research. Prerequisite: HSA510 or HSC500. 3 semester hours
All students enrolled in the C & HS Department's Counseling Masters Degree or the School Counseling Certificate are expected to achieve a required number of practicum/internship experience and supervision hours. When extenuating circumstances occur that deter a student from achieving the required number of hours within normal time parameters, a student may be able to continue accumulating hours and attending mandated university supervision for additional terms. The Internship & Supervision Continuation course awards no academic credit, but allows a student to remain a registered student of the university while completing their internship & supervision hour requirements. Prerequisite(s): The first time a student registers for this course they must have masters standing, consent of instructor, and prior registration in the internship courses required for this degree. Students wishing to register for a second or third quarter of this course must petition the C&HS Department. Co-requisite(s): Student must continue to attend supervision part of class and meet all other HSC581, HSC582 or HSM 581, HSM582, HSM 583, HSM584, HSM585 class expectations. 0 semester hours
Independent studies offering for Graduate level Human Service students. Permits the student to design and undertake individual study and research in an area approved by the instructor. Topics and depth of study will vary according to the student interest and amount of credit. Prerequisite: Admission to the Graduate Program and Instructor's Approval. 1-3 semester hours
Special Topics courses are developed to address advanced graduate student interest and needs in the area(s) of specialty focus study. Course may be registered for more than once as the topical content varies each time offered. 1 - 3 semester hours.