Human Services Technology
Curriculum Description
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.
Students will take courses from a variety of disciplines. Emphasis in core courses is placed on development of relevant knowledge, skills and attitudes in human services. Fieldwork experience will provide opportunities for application of knowledge and skills learned in the classroom.
Graduates should qualify for positions in mental health, child care, family services, social services, rehabilitation, correction and educational agencies. Graduates choosing to continue their education may select from a variety of transfer programs at senior public and private institutions.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A45380 REVISED
NC CIP: 51.1599
Day and Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2015
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| HSE 110 | Intro to Human Services | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| HSE 123 | Interviewing Techniques | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| HSE 245 | Stress Management | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| PSY 150 | General Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Introduction to Computers | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
| Total: | 13 | 8 | 0 | 17 | |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HSE 112 | Group Process I | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| HSE 210 | Human Services Issues | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| HSE 225 | Crisis Intervention | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| HSE 240 | Issues in Client Services | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | HSE Elective 1 | * | * | * | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Writing/Research in the Disc | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Prof Research & Reporting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| Total: | 12 | 2 | 0 | 16 | |
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOC 210 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | HSE Elective 1 | * | * | * | 3 |
| Total: | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HSE 127 | Conflict Resolution | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| PSY 281 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| WBL 111 | Work-Based Learning I | 0 | 0 | 10 | 1 |
| WBL 115 | Work-Based Learning Seminar I | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| ___ ___ | HSE Elective 2 | * | * | * | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Quantitative Literacy | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Statistical Methods I | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
| Total: | 8 | 4 | 10 | 14 | |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COM 120 | Intro Interpersonal Com | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| HSE 125 | Counseling | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| PSY 241 | Developmental Psych | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| SOC 213 | Sociology of the Family | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| WBL 121 | Work-Based Learning II | 0 | 0 | 10 | 1 |
| WBL 125 | Work-Based Learning Seminar II | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| ___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 12 | 2 | 10 | 17 |
Total Credit Hours: 70
Additional Information
HSE Elective 1 - Select 6 hours: DDT 110, GRO 120, HSE 150, HSE 155, HSE 220, HSE 242, HSE 251, HSE 255, SOC 225
HSE Elective 2 - Select 3 hours: DDT 230, DDT 240, SAB 110, SAB 130, SAB 140, SAB 210, SAB 215, SAB 235, SAB 250, SAB 255
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective — Select one: ART 111, ENG 273, HUM 120, HUM 121, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, PHI 240, or REL 110. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
**Hours vary depending on course selection.
A45380 REVISED