Degree(s):
Certificate(s):
The human services program provides the skills and competencies required
for a variety of positions in the helping professions field. Human service
workers work in a variety of settings and perform many different functions.
Graduates of a program in human services are employed in group homes,
halfway houses, child and youth service agencies, state welfare offices,
substance abuse treatment centers, and a number of other social service
agencies. Through an interdisciplinary approach, human service workers
focus on the prevention and remediation of problems facing individuals
and families. Human service workers should have a strong desire to help
others, good communication skills, and be very responsible.
All course work required for licensing as a chemical dependency counselor,
as well as the supervised practicum training, is provided.
At some facilities, students may be required to successfully pass a
background check and drug screen.
For transfer into two specific four-year college programs that lead
to the baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees, see program faculty
or counselor for more information. Associate degree level positions are
available in the field and include such jobs as eligibility worker, child
abuse case aide, and a variety of other mental health, mental retardation,
and social services positions. By consulting with program faculty and
staff, an individualized program including academics, supervision, networking,
and professional activities can be developed to meet the desires and
career aspirations of each individual student.
Through the prior learning assessment program, students holding a current
licensed chemical dependency counselor’s license who are in good standing
with the licensing board would be eligible to receive credit for the
following courses: DAAC 1304, 1309, 1317, 1319, 1341 and 2360.
The general education core will transfer to a variety of colleges and
universities. Contact a counselor, or faculty member at any of the colleges
for specific information and to obtain the recommended sequencing of
courses.