Associate of Applied Science in Human Services Program
Program Overview
The AAS degree program in human services is designed to prepare students for employment in social service agencies, mental health centers, correctional institutions, substance abuse treatment facilities, community health education organizations, and many other settings in helping professions where ethical and effective client interactions are essential.
Human Services Practicum courses offer opportunities for "real life" applications of theoretical concepts and for skills development through job shadowing and community field experiences. Coursework may be used as electives, or for continuing education by students or professionals in areas such as education, social work, substance abuse treatment, counseling, nursing, radiology, emergency medical care, and business.
A Certificate of Achievement in Substance Abuse Counselor Training and a Certificate of Achievement in Human Services may also be earned while completing requirements for the AAS degree in human services, as these three programs share a common core of courses.
Program Mission
To provide students with education and training to work in the helping field by applying evidence-based behavioral health interventions and transformational change processes that provide a positive impact on the lives of individuals, families, and communities. With a specific emphasis on mental health counseling and addiction studies.
Learning Outcomes
The AAS degree program in human services is designed to prepare students for employment in social service agencies, mental health centers, correctional institutions, substance abuse treatment facilities, community health education organizations, and many other settings in helping professions where ethical and effective client interactions are essential. This associate's degree requires Human Services Practicum courses which off opportunities for "real life" applications of theoretical concepts for skills development through job shadowing and community field experiences.
5 Year Average CUM GPA of Human Service Graduates:
AAS Human Service = 3.38 graduation rates and grade point average.
2017-2018 Human Services Graduate Survey Results
| Statement | Satisfied | Very Satisfied |
|---|---|---|
| Ability to plan client-centered social services assessments and interventions. | 0% | 100% |
| Ability to Provide client services which reflect cultural competence, respect for social diversity, and the application of the principles of the Human Services Code of Ethics. | 0% | 100% |
| Ability to Demonstrate interpersonal collaboration and problem-solving skills. | 0% | 100% |
| Ability to Apply the principles of human services based on knowledge of human development and functioning throughout the lifespan. | 50% | 50% |
| Ability to Engage in personal reflection as related to human services skills, professional effectiveness, and stress management. | 0% | 100% |
| Student Type | Fall 17 Full-Time | Fall 17 Part-Time | Fall 18 Full-Time | Fall 18 Part-Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total First - Time Students | 5 | 1 | 4 | 10 |
| Returned / Graduated by Spring | 4 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Returned / Graduated by Fall | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Graduated on time | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Three-Year Graduation | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Six-Year Graduation | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Year | Total |
|---|---|
| 2015-2016 | 113 |
| 2016-2017 | 96 |
| 2017-2018 | 116 |
| 2018-2019 | 115 |
| Year | Total |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 45 |
| 2020 | 47 |
Admissions & Requirements
Entry-level human services courses have no prerequisites or program entry requirements. Students choose to begin at any time by registering for classes. However, an accepted application is required prior to beginning each of the practicum courses. Academic advising prior to starting any course of study is highly encouraged. Much of the coursework may be completed online, through interactive video, and/or by an independent study on a case-by-case basis.
Curriculum
Suggested Course Sequence
| Course | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CPD 116 | Substance Abuse Fundamentals | 3 |
| ENG 100 | Composition - Enhaced or | 3 |
| ENG 101 | Composition I | 3 |
| MATH 126 | Math 126 or | 3 |
| MATH 126E* | Math 126E (recommended) | 3 |
| HMS 101 | Introduction to Human Services | 3 |
| PSY 101 | General Psychology | 3 |
| Semester Credits | 15 |
| Course | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 102 | Composition II | 3 |
| HMS 102 | Introduction to Couseling | 3 |
| HMS 104 | Small-Group Interaction Techniques | 3 |
| HMS 105 | Substance Abuse Counseling Methods | 3 |
| HMS 200 | Ethics in Human Service | 3 |
| Semester Credits | 15 |
| Course | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HMS 205** | Human Service Practicum I | 5 |
| PHIL 102 | Critical Thinking and Reasoning | 3 |
| BIOL 100 | General Biology for Non-Majors | 3 |
| PSC 101 | Principles of American Constitutional Government | 3 |
| IS 101 | Introduction to Information System | 3 |
| Semester Credits | 17 |
| Course | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HMS 206** | Human Service Practicum II | 5 |
| HMS 250** | Human Services Seminar | 3 |
| HDFS 201 | Human Growth and Development | 3 |
| PSY 208 | Psychology of Human Resources | 3 |
| HMS 322** | Family Integrated Treatment of Addiction Disorders | 3 |
| Semester Credits | 14 -17 | |
| Total Credits | 61 |
Schedule an advisement meeting
Oscar Sida, Human Services Instructor
Phone: 775-327-2084
Email: oscar.sida@gbcnv.edu
School of Health Sciences & Behavioral Health
775-327-2317
E-mail: hsbh@gbcnv.edu
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