Human Services - Great Basin College

Human Services from Great Basin College is a Campus Associate Human Science degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. The Human Services AAS degree program share a common core, so that students may easily complete course requirements for more than one course of study. Human services programs offer a generalist overview of human services work, an opportunity for personal enrichment, and practical opportunities for human relationship skills development. The substance abuse counselor training certificate program contains academic coursework and instruction in the application of specific counseling and communication skills necessary for students interested in preparing for work in the education, prevention, and treatment of addictions. The human services programs are designed to prepare students for employment in social service agencies, mental health centers, correctional institutions, substance abuse treatment facilities, community health education organizations, and other work settings where effective, ethical client interactions are essential. The Human Services AAS degree program courses offer opportunities for the practical application of learning through job shadowing, and intensive community field experiences within local human services organizations. Coursework may be used as electives, or for continuing education by students or professionals in such areas as education, social work, substance abuse treatment, counseling, nursing, radiology, emergency medical care, and business. Entry-level courses have no prerequisites. Students may begin at any time by registering for classes. However, academic advising prior to starting any course of study is highly encouraged. Some coursework may be completed online, through interactive video, and/or by independent study on a case-by-case basis. Upon successful completion of the degree program students will: Perform client-centered, social services assessments and interventions. Provide client services that reflect cultural competence, respect for social diversity, and the universal application of the principles of the Human Services Code of Ethics. Demonstrate leadership, collaborative, and problem-solving skills. Apply the principals of human services based on knowledge of human development and functioning throughout the lifespan. Identify current trends, topics, and issues in the human services profession. Engage in personal reflection as related to human services skills, professional effectiveness, and stress management. View more details on Great Basin College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Human Science courses.