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
NC CIP: 51.1599
Day and Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2022
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 135 | Orientation Lab I | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Introduction to Computers | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
| Total: | 8 | 8 | 0 | 12 | |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HSE 220 | Case Management | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| HSE 225 | Crisis Intervention | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| PSY 150 | General Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| SOC 210 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | HSE Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| Total: | 11 | 2 | 0 | 15 |
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOC 213 | Sociology of the Family | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Natural Science/Mathematics Elective | * | * | * | 3 |
| Total: | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HSE 125 | Counseling | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| HSE 210 | Human Services Issues | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| ___ ___ | HSE Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| ___ ___ | HSE Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| ___ ___ | HSE Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| Total: | 4 | 2 | 0 | 14 |
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 Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Field Experience | * | * | * | 4 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Developmental Psych | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Abnormal Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| Total: | 4 | 2 | 0 | 12 | |
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ___ ___ | English Option | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Total Credit Hours: 65
Additional Information
Criminal Background Checks/Drug Screening
A one or two-semester field placement is required for this program. Clinical and Work Based Learning agencies require screening for students completing their clinical education and/or work based learning placement at their field agency. The specific requirements are determined by the field agency and may include passing a criminal background check and/or a drug screening. Students should contact the Human Services Program Coordinator for additional information and career coaching regarding the screening requirements.
English Option – Select 3 hours: COM 120, COM 231, ENG 112, ENG 114, ENG 115
Field Experience - Select 4 hours: HSE 160, HSE 162, HSE 163, HSE 164, HSE 260, HSE 263, HSE 264, WBL 110, WBL 111, WBL 112, WBL 115, WBL 121, WBL 125
HSE Elective – Select 15 hours: DDT 110, DDT 230, GRO 120, GRO 150, GRO 240, GRO 250, HSE 127, HSE 240, HSE 242, HSE 245, HSE 251, SAB 110, SAB 130, SAB 210, SWK 110
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective — Select one: ART 111, HUM 110, HUM 115,
HUM 120, HUM 130, HUM 150, MUS 110, MUS 112, PHI 215,
PHI 240, or REL 110.
Natural Science/Mathematics Elective – Select 3 hours: BIO 110, BIO 111, BIO 163, BIO 165, MAT 110, MAT 143, MAT 152
Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
**Hours vary depending on course selection
A45380