AA/AS in Human Services, General

This degree prepares students to support young children, teenagers, seniors, people with disabilities and anyone else with specialized care needs. They build communication and counseling skills suited to community agencies offering health, education and welfare services. Coursework includes case management, psychology and sociology, taught in small classes with cooperative learning exercises. A wide choice of electives lets students match their studies to career goals. Graduates can transfer toward fields such as social work. Requirements run 63 to 64 credit hours, in person or hybrid. Interested applicants can request information, arrange a campus visit or start an application through the college website. Academic advisors are available to explain course planning, scheduling choices and the options for continuing at another institution, so students can make informed decisions before enrolling in the program.