Major in Human Services (HUSV) Associate Degree in Applied Science – 63/64 Semester Hours

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The Associate Degree in Applied Science with a Major in Human Services targets those individuals who have a strong desire to help others within their community. The Human Services professional is an important link to helping others fulfill their potential. The Associate Degree provides students with the necessary core knowledge to maximize their success in providing a positive impact for clients. The program requires all graduates to complete two semesters of field placement where students will experience on-the-job training in a community facility. Course work includes topics that will prepare graduates for employment opportunities in federal, state, and local service organizations.

The Associate Degree in Applied Science with a Major in Human Services prepares graduates to work in environments that provide assistance to various populations, such as the elderly, people with disabilities or mental illness, victims of domestic violence, the homeless, people with chemical dependencies, and many others. The Associate Degree in Applied Science with a Major in Human Services is accredited by the Council for Standards in Human Services Education.

Prior to HUS 250 and HUS 251 students must submit information and fees for criminal background checks. A criminal record could make you ineligible to complete field placement and graduate from the program. All Human Services (HUS) courses must be completed with a grade of ā€œCā€ or better in order to count toward graduation.

Student Achievement Indicators

Human Services AAS Outcomes Assessment (PDF)
Human Services Demographics and Graduates (Excel Spreadsheet)

Mission Statement and Program Outcomes

Mission Statement and Learning Outcomes (PDF)

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The program is aligned with the following career cluster: Human Services.


Program Contact:

humanservices@cctech.collegeinbound.com

To learn more on how to apply to CCTC, email getinfo@cctech.collegeinbound.com or call (803) 774-3308.

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