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The Human Services Studies Diploma provides you with an introduction to the Human Services Technology curriculum which prepares students for positions in social, community, and educational services. This pathway is designed as an introduction to careers in various agencies and programs in the field of Human Services which provides services to individuals, families, or communities. This diploma leads to the Associate’s Degree which prepares students for entry-level positions in institutions and agencies that provide social, community, and educational services. Along with core courses, students take courses that prepare them for specialization in specific human services areas. After completing the diploma, students would need to complete approximately 38 additional credit hours for the Associate’s Degree which should qualify them for positions in mental health, child care, family services, social services, rehabilitation, correction, and educational agencies.
| Course Prefix/Num | Course Title | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| General Education Courses (certificate General Education is optional) | |||
| ENG-111* | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | SHC |
| HUM-115* | Critical Thinking | 3 | SHC |
| PSY-150* | General Psychology | 3 | SHC |
| Total SHC for General Education Courses: | 9 | SHC | |
| Core Courses | |||
| HSE-110 | Introduction to Human Services | 3 | SHC |
| HSE-123 | Interview Tech Human Service | 3 | SHC |
| HSE-210 | Diversity Ethics and Trends | 3 | SHC |
| HSE-212 | Group Dynamics | 3 | SCH |
| HSE-220 | Case Management | 3 | SCH |
| HSE-223 | Counseling Theories & Skills | 3 | SCH |
| HSE-225 | Crisis and Intervention Prin | 3 | SCH |
| Total SHC for Core Courses: | 21 | SHC | |
| Other Major Courses | |||
| PSY-241* | Developmental Psychology | 3 | SHC |
| SOC-210* | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | SHC |
| SOC-225 | Social Diversity | 3 | SHC |
| Total SHC for Other Major Courses: | 9 | SHC | |
| Total SHC for Program | 39 | SHC | |
While your tuition is fully covered, please note that books and course-related fees are not included. In addition, CCP students are not eligible for financial aid, so it is important to plan accordingly for these expenses.
We encourage you to connect with your school liaison to confirm any additional fees associated with your specific course.
You can also research and estimate textbook costs in advance by visiting the A-B Tech Bookstore to view current pricing and required materials.