Human Services - Associate in Science

Fall 2024

Catalog Description

An introduction to the theories and skills needed for entry-level work in a social services setting. Sociological, psychological, and multicultural theories will be addressed to provide a foundation for student self-reflection and the application of theory for human services work. This program is designed to provide entry-level skills to work in human service positions and/or provide an applied foundation for further education in a variety of areas, including (but not limited to) counseling, psychology, social work, social justice work, health care.

Career Opportunities

Entry-level positions in Human Services with local community-based organizations, county, or state service centers.
TOP Code 2104.00 - Human Services*
CIP Code 44.0701 - Social Work.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of the program the student should be able to:
  1. demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity needed to respectfully serve the diverse service population.:
  2. provide an overview of the field of human and social services in both the public and private sector.
  3. demonstrate an increase in self-awareness, the ability to implement boundaries and the ability to make ethical decisions.
  4. demonstrate the ability to assess the needs of clients and provide appropriate referral for them.

Required Courses (11-14 units)
 
PSCN 1 (same as APHC 9710)
Introduction to Psychology-Counseling in a Multicultural Environment (Active)
3.0
PSCN 2 (same as APHC 9711)
Introduction to Case Management for Human Services (Active)
3.0
PSCN 5 (same as APHC 9712)
Introduction to Social Work and Human Services (Historical)
3.0
PSCN 95
Social Work and Human Services Fieldwork (Active)
1.0-4.0
PSCN 96
Social Work and Human Services Seminar (Active)
1.0
List A (choose 1 course)
 
PSCN 11
Interpersonal Relationships (Active)
2.0
PSCN 12
Self-Esteem For Success (Active)
2.0
PSCN 30
Life Transitions (Active)
3.0
List B (choose 1 course)
 
PSCN 10
Career and Educational Planning (Active)
2.0
PSCN 20
The College Experience (Active)
2.0
PSCN 15
College Study Skills (Active)
2.0
PSCN 23
Creating Success in College and Life (Active)
3.0
List C (choose 1 course)
 
PSCN 3
Drugs, Health and Society (Active)
3.0
PSCN 4
Multiethnic/Cultural Communication (Active)
3.0
PSCN 13
Multicultural Issues in Contemporary America (Active)
3.0
PSYC C1000
Introduction to Psychology (Active)
3.0
SOCI 1
Principles of Sociology (Active)
3.0
Unit Calculation
60.0
Major Requirements
18.0-23.0
General Education Requirements
22.0
Electives (degree applicable units as needed)
15.0-20.0
Total: 60.0