D45380
Total credit hours: 45
The Social and Human Services curriculum prepares students for entry-level positions in a wide array of institutions and agencies that provide social, community, and educational services. Along with core courses, students take specialized courses that prepare them for working in specific human service areas, such as mental health, family services, rehabilitation, corrections, substance abuse treatment and prevention, community outreach, public health and wellness, nonprofit organizations, aging and gerontology services, youth and adolescent programs, crisis intervention, disability services, veteran and military family services, and domestic violence services.
The Diploma asserts that a student has completed key components of the Social and Human Services curriculum, covering essential courses and experiences within the human services field. The Diploma can be completed independently, providing students with foundational skills and knowledge to begin their careers in various human services sectors. Additionally, the Diploma feeds into the A.A.S. degree program, allowing students to further their education and expand their career prospects by continuing their studies.
Program Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this program the student will be able to:
- Explain professional codes of conduct, confidentiality, and ethical decision making and how they apply to the human services field.
- Explain how the history of human services shapes current practices.
- Apply essential communication skills to interact effectively with supervisors, peers and clients in human services settings.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to effectively align client needs with available community resources.
- Describe how self-care and personal wellness impacts the professionals’ relationship with clients in the human services field.
- Demonstrate strategies to advocate for the needs and rights of culturally diverse clients within the community and social systems.
- Demonstrate the use of appropriate skills necessary to meet the needs of a culturally diverse community.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary for professional practice and further study in human services-related fields.
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.
