Human Services, Technical Certificate

GENERAL EDUCATION CORE

• PSYC 101 - Introduction to Psychology CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3

PROFESSIONAL - TECHNICAL CORE

• HUMS 101 - Introduction to Human Services CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• HUMS 102 - Helping Relationship Techniques CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• HUMS 103 - Interviewing and Assessment CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3

STATEWIDE ELECTIVES

Choose 15 credits from the following:

• HUMS 1xx-2xx - Human Services Electives

• CRIM 130 - Introduction to Corrections CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• APHY 101 - Anatomy and Physiology I CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• APHY 102 - Anatomy and Physiology II CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• HLHS 113 - Dementia Care CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• PSYC 201 - Lifespan Development CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• PSYC 205 - Abnormal Psychology CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• PSYC 209 - Theories of Personality CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3

TOTAL CREDITS: 31

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DEGREE OUTCOMES

1. Analyze the relationships between the historical development of human services and the organization and career paths within the field.
2. Differentiate between personal and professional values to resolve ethical conflicts when working with individuals, organizations, and communities.
3. Differentiate between appropriate communication styles for clients, interprofessional teams, and communities to achieve specific human services goals.
4. Evaluate needs, challenges, and interventions relevant to target populations.
5. Analyze organizational policies and procedures to identify areas that may unintentionally limit client self-determination or disrespect individual values.