Program Code: CC.HUMANSERVGEN
Both the one-year certificate and the two-year Human Service Generalist AAS offer training for entry-level positions in diverse social services agencies. The degree combines academic coursework with supervised field experience. In addition to general course work in human services, students may select a variety of approved elective certificates/courses to focus on different concentration areas.
For information contact Yvonne Smith, 503-594-3207 or yvonnes@clackamas.edu.
Related Instruction Outcomes
Computation
- 1 course - MTH-050 Technical Mathematics I or MTH-065 Algebra II or MTH-098 College Math Foundations
- Use appropriate mathematics to solve problems
Communication
- 1 course - WR-101 Communication Skills: Occupational Writing or WR-121 English Composition
- Read actively, think critically, and write purposefully and capably for professional audiences
Human Relations
- 1 course - HS-156 Conducting Human Service Interviews
- Engage in ethical communication processes that accomplish goals
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- apply knowledge about the history, development and function of individuals, families and other systems;
- practice beginning-level professional communication skills both verbally and in writing in a human services setting;
- adhere to the professional ethics, attitudes and values necessary for effective human service work.
Plan of Study Grid
Fall Term |
HE-163 |
Body & Drugs I: Introduction to Abuse & Addiction |
3 |
HS-100 |
Introduction to Human Services |
3 |
WR-101
|
Communication Skills: Occupational Writing
or English Composition |
3-4 |
|
6 |
| Credits | 15-16 |
Winter Term |
HDF-260
|
Understanding Child Abuse and Neglect
or Aging & the Individual |
3-4 |
HS-154 |
Community Resources |
3 |
|
4 |
|
Technical Mathematics I |
|
|
Algebra II |
|
|
College Math Foundations |
|
|
5 |
| Credits | 15-16 |
Spring Term |
HDF-140
|
Contemporary American Families
or Marriage, Family, & Intimate Relations |
3-4 |
|
3 |
|
Body & Drugs II: Alcohol |
|
|
Body & Drugs III: Marijuana |
|
|
Body & Drugs IV: Other Drugs, Other Addictions |
|
HS-156 |
Conducting Human Service Interviews |
3 |
HS-170 |
Preparation for Field Experience in Human Services |
3 |
HS-280 |
Human Services Generalist I: CWE/Practicum |
3 |
| Credits | 15-16 |
| Total Credits | 45-48 |
Electives
Any course from the following programs not included in the program: Gerontology, Gerontology for Health Care Professionals, Nursing Assistant - Gerontology Specialist, Juvenile Corrections, or Early Childhood Education & Family Studies.
Any course numbered 100 or above in the following prefixes not included in the program: ASL, CJA, COMM, ECE, ED, FR, FYE, GER, GRN, HD, HDF, HS, MA, MTH, PSY, SOC, SPN, WS
Any of the following courses not included in the program:
Course List
Code |
Title |
Credits |
HE-164 | Body & Drugs II: Alcohol | 3 |
HE-205 | Youth Addictions | 3 |
HE-252 | First Aid/CPR/AED | 3 |
HE-263 | Body & Drugs III: Marijuana | 3 |
HE-264 | Body & Drugs IV: Other Drugs, Other Addictions | 3 |
Career opportunities include:
- case managers and assistants
- resource specialists
- family advocates
- client advocates
- intake workers
- family assistance workers
- volunteer coordinators