Social and Human Services
The Social and Human Services program prepares students for entry-level careers in social agencies, counseling centers and community organizations. This program focuses on client centered care, crisis intervention and case management.
Coursework includes the development of professional knowledge, skills, and values in human services, preparing students for specialization in specific human service areas.
Key Takeaways
- You will gain hands-on experience in the field and will have the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills you learned in the classroom.
- Completion of the program will qualify you for positions in mental health, child care, family services, social services, rehabilitation, correction and educational agencies.
- Graduates choosing to continue their education may select from a variety of transfer programs at senior public and private institutions.
Is This Career for Me?
The answer is YES if you:
- Have a strong desire to help others.
- Show patience, understanding and caring in dealings with others.
- Have effective communication skills, a strong sense of responsibility, and an ability to manage time effectively.
Begin With A Certificate
If you want to give the Social and Human Service program a try, start with one of the certificates.
Choose Your Program
Degrees
- Social and Human Services - Addiction and Recovery Degree (A45380A)
- Social and Human Services - Child Advocacy Studies Degree (A45380B)
- Social and Human Services - General Social and Human Services Degree (A45380C)
- Social and Human Services - Mental Health Degree (A45380D)
- Social and Human Services - Social Services Degree (A45380E)