Human Services: AS Degree
The Human Services Program is designed to teach students entry level helping skills to work in the high demand field of Human Services. Students will gain knowledge of human service delivery systems; communication skills for working with individuals, groups and diverse populations; case management techniques. Students may also choose a fieldwork placement or take a course in a social science discipline aligned with their interests.
Career Opportunities
Case Aides; Community Organization Workers; Developmental Disability Assistants; Eligibility Workers; Employment Interviewers; Interviewing Clerks; Human Services Assistants; Senior Citizen Aides; Social Services Aides; Social Work Assistants; Welfare Eligibility Workers; Workforce Development Workers.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Utilize effective communication styles to assess and assist clients from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds in becoming self-sufficient.
- Advocate and use case management strategies that assist clients in overcoming challenges and identifying support systems throughout the community.
- Engage in ethical and legal practices including adherence to agency, state, and federal policies and procedures.
- Identify areas for self-improvement, and pursue necessary education and/or training resources for professional development.
Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses (15 units) | ||
| ADS-123 | Counseling Theories and Techniques | 3 |
| ADS-127 | Case Management | 3 |
| HSRV-120 | Introduction to Human Services | 3 |
| HSRV-124 | Working With Diverse Populations | 3 |
| HSRV-130 | Crisis Intervention in Human Services | 3 |
| Required Electives (3 units) | 3 | |
Complete three units from the following: | ||
| Introduction to the Criminal Justice System | ||
| Introduction to Addiction Studies | ||
| The Child, Family and Community | ||
| Human Services Field Internship and Social Work and Human Services Seminar * | ||
| Total Units | 18 | |
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Students that select the HSRV-190/191 combo from the electives list must complete HSRV-190 for 2 units and HSRV-191 for 1 unit, for a total of 3 units.
To receive an Associate Degree, students must complete 60 degree applicable semester units with a grade point average of at least 2.0. Students must also complete the NVC General Education pattern and the Health, Wellness and Self Development graduation requirement to earn an Associate degree. Consultation with a Counselor is highly encouraged to ensure all requirements are met.