Human Services

The Human Services program prepares students for a variety of careers in Advocacy, Mental Health, Social Services, Health and Human Services, Criminal Justice and Community Support, with an emphasis on helping other, and making a significant impact on individuals, families and neighborhoods.  Human service professionals work for nonprofit and for-profit social service agencies and state and local governments - in positions that involve planning, supervision and research. They also assist those who need a helping hand to meet basic needs or enjoy a higher quality of life, including the developmentally disabled, the elderly, immigrants and refugees, substance abusers and crime victims and offenders. Experts in this field weave together a vast array of community resources, specialized assistance and natural supports to help those in need navigate life’s challenges.

The bachelor’s degree program may be completed in 4 years for students who carry a full course load of 30 credits per year.

The associate’s degree program may be completed in 2 years for students who carry a full course load of 30 credits per year.

Learning Outcomes

1. Knowledge Base of Psychology ‐ Students in the Human Services minor will explain the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.
2. Critical Thinking Skills in Psychology ‐ Students in the Human Services minor will employ the scientific approach to solve problems and to categorize theory, theoretical perspectives, and empirical findings in various domains of psychology.  
3. Ethical and Social Responsibility ‐ Students in the Human Services minor will construct ethical values and socially responsible environments that underpin the scientific field of psychology. 
4. Communication ‐ Students in the Human Services minor will perform oral and written communication skills in a variety of settings. 

Programs

• Human Services, A.A.
• Human Services, B.A.

• Human Services Minor