Human Services Technology, Diploma

D45380  

Total credit hours: 46

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

The Diploma is a document that asserts that a student has completed some of the main course of study, a few classes, or a set of experiences within the human services field.  The Diploma is earned in pursuit of the A.A.S. degree program. 

Program Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this program:

1. The student will be able to explain the scope of human services, including the demand for services and the human conditions that warrant human services intervention.
2. The student will be able to evaluate a client’s needs, values, cultures, and attitudes to effectively match the consumer with available community resources.
3. The student will be able to apply information management skills that include obtaining, analyzing, evaluating, and disseminating information.
4. The student will examine their own values, cultural biases, philosophies, and personality style and reflect on how their personal characteristics impact consumers.
5. The student will be able to apply basic helping techniques, communication skills, and ethical decision-making tools for working in the human services field.

Program Requirements

Admission Requirements

Students must demonstrate English and mathematics “college readiness” levels, via college-level English/math courses or by completion of or waiver credit for specified “transition” or co-requisite courses.

Progression Requirements

A student must earn a grade of “C” or better in all HSE, PSY, ENG, and SAB prefix courses in order to progress in the program.

NOTE: Special legal requirements exist which may limit the ability of an individual to obtain clinical experience, employment, or certification in the Human Services field. Prospective students should obtain additional information from a College counselor or program faculty member prior to seeking admission.

Technical Standards

In addition to Davidson-Davie requirements and course objectives, there are professional standards that encompass communication, motor skills, sensory and cognitive ability and professional conduct that are essential for the competent study and practice of human services.  Human Services Technical Standards (PDF opens in new window)  

Transfer Options

The decision regarding transfer credit for human services courses is made by the Division Chair in consultation with members of the faculty and the appropriate academic administrator. Syllabi for courses for which credit is requested will be required.

Curriculum Guide

See below for an example of a full time pathway.  Additional general education course substitutions may be available, please speak with your advisor.   If you plan to transfer, discuss these details early on with your advisor.