Program Description
The Human Services program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to pursue a degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology or Sociology. The program combines a broad foundation in the liberal arts with specific courses designed for those interested in working in fields such as mental health, developmental disabilities, social services and youth corrections. Through academic and field practicum experiences, skills in assisting children, adolescents or adults with a variety of special needs are obtained. There are advisement tracks to assist students in choosing the correct coursework that best suits their interests and meets the transfer school’s requirements.
The Associate in Science (A.S.) degree is awarded upon completion of requirements for this program.
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Identify components of the Human Services Delivery System including:
- The roles of the various members of the service delivery team.
- Client assessment/referral/advocacy continuum.
- The historical perspective and future trends of the Human Services field.
- Demonstrate application of the strength-based approach in the client-centered counseling process.
- Display an understanding, self-awareness and respect for the diversity among clients, colleagues and society as a whole.
- Exhibit the ability to use technology as a professional tool and to have an understanding of its impact on the field of Human Services, its clients and agencies.
Courses should be selected in consultation with an advisor.
For requirements, see Program Map.
| Course Hours Per Week | Semester Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Semester | Class | Lab | Credit | |
| BHS-110 | INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN SERVICES | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| CHC 103 (for Pathway 2 only) OR CMH 103 (for Pathways 1 or 3) | 2 | |||
| ENG-101 | COMPOSITION I | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| PSY-111 | INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| PSY-102 | INTERVWNG/COUNSELING SKILLS | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 12 | 0 | 14 | |
| Second Semester | Class | Lab | Credit | |
| BHS-103 | SOCIAL PROBLMS IN TODAY'S WRLD | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| CHC 104 (for Pathway 2 only) OR CMH 104 (for Pathways 1 or 3) | 2 | |||
| ENG-102 | COMPOSITION II | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| PSY-134 | GROUP DYNAMICS | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| PSY-203 | DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 12 | 0 | 14 | |
| Third Semester | Class | Lab | Credit | |
| PSY 235 (for Pathway 2 only) OR PSY 201 (for Pathways 1 or 3) | 3 | |||
| BHS 203 (for Pathways 2 or 3) OR PSY 206 (for Pathway 1) | 3 | |||
| PSY-202 | THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTN SKILLS | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| MAT-118 | ELEMENTARY STATISTICS | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Natural Sciences (b) | 4 | |||
| Credit Hours | 6 | 0 | 16 | |
| Fourth Semester | Class | Lab | Credit | |
| BHS-245 | ISSUES & ETHICS IN HMN SRVCS | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| PSY-207 | CREATIVE ARTS THERAPY | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| U.S. History & Civic Engagement | 3 | |||
| SPE 100 or THE 120 | 3 | |||
| General Education Elective (c) | 3 | |||
| Free Elective (d) | 3 | |||
| Credit Hours | 6 | 0 | 18 | |
| Total Required Minimum Semester Hours Credit | 62 | |||
TRANSFER PATHWAY #1: APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY
This pathway is designed for students seeking a bachelor’s degree in the psychology field. It is recommended that students select the following courses:
First semester: CMH 103 Community Mental Health Practicum I
Second semester: CMH 104 Community Mental Health Practicum II
Third semester: PSY 201 Abnormal Psychology, PSY 206 Social Psychology
MAT 109 or higher (MAT 118 recommended)
Fourth semester: PSY 204 Adolescent Psychology or PSY 210 Psychology of Gender are recommended for the free elective areas.
TRANSFER PATHWAY #2: APPLIED SOCIOLOGY
This pathway is designed for students seeking a bachelor’s degree in the sociology field. It is recommended that students select the following courses:
First semester: CHC 103 Child Care and Youth Practicum I
Second semester: CHC 104 Child Care and Youth Practicum II
Third semester: PSY 235 The Psychology of Exceptionality, BHS 203 – Sociology
MAT 109 or higher (MAT 118 recommended)
Fourth semester: Additional Sociology Courses: BHS 203, BHS 210, BHS 216; PHI 201, Philosophy: The Primary Issues; or PHI 203, Major Religions of the World are recommended for the free elective area.
TRANSFER PATHWAY #3: APPLIED SOCIAL WORK
This pathway is designed for students seeking a bachelor’s degree in the field of social work. It is recommended that students select the following courses:
First semester: CMH 103 Community Mental Health Practicum I
Second semester: CMH 104 Community Mental Health Practicum II
Third semester: MAT 109 or higher (but not MAT 110 or MAT 184) (MAT 118 recommended); PSY 201 Abnormal Psychology; BHS 203, Sociology; BIO 103 is the recommended science.
Fourth semester: GOV 121 The American National Experience; Philosophy.
Students transferring to Marist (and often most schools for Social Work) should be aware that the courses that satisfy the core requirement for the Arts are: ART 101, ART 102, ART 103, MUS 101, MUS 201, MUS 202, DAN 108, or THE 105.
NOTES:
1. Transportation to and from practicum sites is the responsibility of all students in the program, including those in the dorm. If you do not have a car, please be sure that you are able to find alternate means of transportation.
a. MAT 109 or higher. MAT 118 recommended. See advisement pathway for more specific information.
b. Science courses: Any four credit courses listed in the General Education category. BIO 103 is recommended for students choosing the Social Work Pathway.
c. Students need to select one (1) general education courses from one (1) of the following categories (World History and Global Awareness, The Arts, or World Languages) not met by other program requirements. Refer to the correct advisement pathway for recommended course selections.
d. Read a discussion of the free elective requirement.
Program Chair:
Lacie Reilly