2025-2026 Academic Catalog

Social and Human Service (Diploma) (D45380)

The Human Services Technology curriculum prepares students for entry-level positions in institutions and agencies, which provide social, community, and educational services. Along with core courses, students take courses, which prepare them for specialization in specific human service areas.

 

Students will take courses from a variety of disciplines. Emphasis in core courses is placed on development of relevant knowledge, skills, and attitudes in human services. Fieldwork experience will provide opportunities for application of knowledge and skills learned in the classroom.

 

Graduates should qualify for positions in mental health, childcare, 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.

 

Academic Plan

First Year

Fall Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
ENG 111Writing and Inquiry

3

HSE 125Counseling

3

HSE 110Introduction to Human Services

3

SWK 113Working With Diversity

3

SAB 252Twelve Step Study

3

Total Credit Hours:15

Spring Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
PSY 150General Psychology

3

SWK 110Introduction to Social Work

3

HSE 123Interviewing Techniques

3

HSE 225Crisis Intervention

3

Total Credit Hours:12

Second Year

Fall Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
SOC 220Social Problems

3

HSE 112Group Process I

2

HSE 220Case Management

3

WBL 111Work Based Learning I

1

WBL 115Work Based Learning Seminar I

1

Total Credit Hours:10

Total Credit Hours: 37