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.
General Education Core
Students enrolled in transfer patterns must take a minimum of 30 credits in General Education. Each student’s total of general education and required courses must equal at least 60 semester hours of credit.
English Composition
Arts & Humanities
The Arts & Humanities requirement may alternatively be fulfilled by completing a World Language Sequence plus one of the following courses: SPCH-151, THET-101, THET-102, THET-103, THET-202, THET-241, or WMST-193. Students who complete a World Language Sequence are not required to complete the 2 open credits of Core Electives.
Social & Behavioral Sciences
Biological & Physical Sciences
Mathematics
Core Electives
Required Courses Related to Major
Human Services Electives
Students interested in positions in human services, such as mental health workers and psychiatric technicians, should select the following courses:
| CRES-155 | Introduction to Conflict Resolution: Science and Art | 3 |
| HEED-220 | Crisis Intervention | 3 |
Students interested in basic counseling skills for individuals and families, substance abuse prevention, and rehabilitation should select the following courses:**
| HUMS-120 | Medical Aspects of Chemical Dependency | 3 |
| HUMS-121 | Introduction to Chemical Dependency Treatment | 3 |
**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.
A graduate should be able to
- 1. Explain the historical development of human services, as it relates to the development of the theoretical framework.
- 2. Analyze a service problem, select appropriate strategies or interventions, and evaluate the outcomes.
- 3. Understand the psychological aspects of managing client/worker relationships.
- 4. Illustrate an understanding of ethical principles which guide the practice of human service.
- 5. Apply theoretical and practical skills acquired in the human services practicum.
Total Credit Hours: 60