Agencies and programs which work to aid human beings in some capacity of need. Ranging from private mental health counseling and social work to drug and alcohol treatment centers to governmental agencies like the Department of Health and Human Services and Non-Profit organizations like the United Way or First Five.

Depending on the job, a Human Services worker might do many different tasks, but all of them will have the end goal of meeting the individual needs of their client. Some examples might be case manager, crisis intervention counselor, drug and alcohol counselor, family advocate, parenting trainer -the list goes on.

• Counseling theory and skills

• Case Management

• Social Welfare Policy

• Substance Abuse counseling skills

• Crisis Intervention skills

• Family Systems dynamics

• Cultural Competency and Cultural Humility

• Ethical behavior of Human Services profession

• Advocacy skills

• Group facilitation skills

• Community organizing techniques

• Social Work skills

• Associate Degree: Provides basic knowledge and skills for entry level positions in Human Services Agencies and treatment centers

• Bachelors Degree: Develops a deeper understanding of social work and counseling theories and practices and leads to more career possibilities

• Masters Degree: Enables advanced practice in specialized areas like clinical social work, marriage and family counseling and program management

Yes. Our Practicums are classes in which the student works out in the community in a human services or drug treatment agency. Each student is required to complete two semesters of practicum in order to obtain a certificate or graduate with a degree. We assist with appropriate placements.