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Nov 03, 2024
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2024-2025 WNCC College Catalog
Human Services, AA
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The Human Services program provides students with general skills in helping others in need. Graduates from this program are prepared to gain entry-level positions in a variety of human services setting or pursue licensure as an alcohol and drug counselor. Graduates may also continue their education at a four-year college or university.
Program Outcomes
At the conclusion of the program, students will be able to:
- Identify circumstances associated with problems in living including those related to substance use.
- Demonstrate effective intervention techniques to improve people’s lives and reach individual goals.
- Perform full standards of practice in various client situations.
- Compare personal and professional beliefs, values, and ethics.
- Differentiate specializations within the human services profession.
- Exhibit readiness to succeed in a baccalaureate program in a human services specialty area.
Notes
- Recommended plans of study are presented below. However, students should remember that their faculty advisor will help develop a personal plan of study consistent with individual academic and career goals.
Associate of Arts
AA.5115 (61-62 credits)
This degree consists of program-specific coursework designed to enhance practical helping skills and provide electives of interest to the student in addition to the general education requirements necessary to transfer to a four-year college or university. Students receive a solid foundation to continue their education and pursue advanced training as human services professionals.
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AA General Education Core 31 Credits
View listing of General Education Courses.
- Written Communication Credits: 6
- Oral Communication Credits: 3
- Humanities Credits: 6 (from two different alphas)
- Math Credits: 3
- Lab Sciences Credits: 4
- Personal Development Credits: 3
- Social Science Credits: 6 (from two different alphas)
Note: Some general education requirements may be satisfied by program requirements. Please consult with an advisor for details.
Required Human Services Core: 18 Credits
Recommended Electives: 12 Credits
Select four (4) courses from the list below:
Total AA Requirements: 61-62 Credits
Recommended Plan of Study
Total Semester Credits: 15
Total Semester Credits: 15
Total Semester Credits: 16
Total Semester Credits: 15
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