Social and Human Services

The Social and Human Services curriculum prepares students for entry-level positions in institutions and agencies that provide social, community, and behavioral health services. Along with core courses, students take courses that prepare them for specialization in specific human service areas.

Coursework includes the development of professional knowledge, skills, and values in human services. Opportunities for experiential learning allow students to apply knowledge and skills learned in the classroom.

Graduates should qualify for positions in government, private, and nonprofit social and human services agencies. Graduates may choose to transfer and continue their education at a variety of colleges and universities.

Programs

Title	Credential	Credit Hours	Link to program details
Social and Human Services Associate in Applied Science Degree Addiction & Recovery Career Track	Degree	64	‌‌
Social and Human Services Associate in Applied Science Degree Addiction & Recovery Transfer Track	Degree	64	‌‌
Social and Human Services Associate in Applied Science Degree Mental Health Career Track	Degree	64	‌‌
Social and Human Services Associate in Applied Science Degree Mental Health Transfer Track	Degree	64	‌‌
Social and Human Services Diploma	Diploma	36	‌‌
Addiction and Recovery Studies Certificate	Certificate	18	‌‌
Mental Health Studies Certificate	Certificate	18	‌‌

The Social and Human Services program is a professional studies-based program, leading directly to job placement upon graduation. In addition, graduates will be prepared for transfer to 4-year institutions and other professional programs. Graduates may acquire certification to become Social and Human Services Board-Certified Practitioners (HS-BCP), Certified Substance Abuse Counselors (CSAC), and Peer Support Specialists and are prepared to work in diverse settings such as group homes and halfway houses; correctional, intellectual disability, and community mental health centers; family, child, and youth service agencies, and programs concerned with alcoholism, drug abuse, family violence, and aging.