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Human Services Programs (Certificate
& AAS options)Prerequisites
Some classes have entry requirements not listed here. Talk to a faculty adviser.
- This information does not substitute for meeting with a faculty adviser.
- Students must achieve a minimum grade of 2.0 in each core class.
- Certificate and AAS degree programs emphasize preparation in specific job skills required for entry-level employment.
- Not all classes are offered every quarter.
- Program offers flexible registration and open-entry enrollment.
- Coursework is highly interactive and includes field-based internships.
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Professional-Technical Core Courses (PT)
* Alternate classes may also be eligible. Discuss with your adviser.
| Course | Title | Initial Human Services Cert. | Family Support Specialist Cert. | Youth Development Specialist Cert. | Human Services AAS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H SER 101 | Introduction to Human Services | 5 * | 5 | ||
| H SER 103 | Case Management | 5 * | 5 | ||
| H SER 110 | Interviewing and Counseling | 5 * | 5 | ||
| H SER 120 | Group Process | 5 | |||
| H SER 140 | Field Practicum I | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| H SER 141 | Practicum Seminar I | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| H SER 221 | Adolescent Development | 5 | - | ||
| H SER 223 | Principles of Youth Empowerment | 5 | - | ||
| H SER 240 | Practicum II | 5 | |||
| H SER 241 | Practicum Seminar II | 1 | |||
| H SER 251 | Family Violence | 5 * | - | ||
| H SER 260 | Culturally Competent Practices | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
| Total Core Course Credits | 19 | 19 | 16 | 35 |
Supporting Courses (S)
* Alternate classes may also be eligible. Discuss with your adviser.
| Course | Title | Initial Human Services Cert. | Family Support Specialist Cert. | Youth Development Specialist Cert. | Human Services AAS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Select 15 credits from the following electives: | - | - | - | - | |
| CJ& 106 | Juvenile Justice | 5 | |||
| EDUC& 115 | Child Development | 5 | |||
| EDUC 252 | Methods for School@-Age Care | 3 | 3 | ||
| H SER 211 | Adulthood and Aging | 5 | |||
| H SER 221 | Adolescent Development | 5 | |||
| H SER 222 | Introduction to Substance Abuse | 3 | |||
| H SER 223 | Principles of Youth Empowerment | 5 | |||
| H SER 231 | Disability Issues and Practices | 2 | |||
| Plus the following: | |||||
| PSYCH 152 | Understanding AIDS | 2 | |||
| P E 160 | First Aid, CPR and AED | 3 | |||
| H SER 251 * | Family Violence | 5 | |||
| Plus, with the assistance of an advisor, select 15 credits of general education electives including the disciplines of Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, Political Science, History, Economics and Culture, Gender, Global Studies | 15 | ||||
| Total Supporting Course Credits | 0 | 0 | 3 | 40 | |
Related Instruction Courses (RI)
* Alternate classes may also be eligible. Discuss with your adviser.
| Course | Title | Initial Human Services Cert. | Family Support Specialist Cert. | Youth Development Specialist Cert. | Human Services AAS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSYC& 100 * | General Psychology | 5 | |||
| ENGL& 101 * | English Composition I | 5 | |||
| ACCTG 121 * | Practical Accounting | 5 | |||
| Total Related Instruction Credits | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 19 | 19 | 19 | 90 |
- Utilize accurate and effective case management skills, including assessment, client advocacy, developing treatment plans, networking, referral and documentation.
- Demonstrate cultural competence through self-awareness and the ability to effectively assist diverse individuals, families and communities.
- Identify and implement current and evidence-based methods in the human services profession.
- Practice effective oral and written communication skills, including listening and accurate documentation.
- Collaborate effectively with agencies and the communities the agencies support through networking, partnerships and resource development.
- Identify and practice all legal and ethical requirements and specific agency policies and practices.
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