The required courses for the Human Services Certificate provide applied, theoretical and practical knowledge to students interested in the helping professions. In addition, the student develops the skills needed for employment in the human services field, such as the ability to manage and document client cases, lead groups, and make referrals. A required component of this Certificate is a field work class which provides the student with experience and exposure to work in the human services field.
Please contact the Student Success Team for this program if you have any questions.Course | Units | Typically Offered |
1st Semester | ||
HUSR 111 - Human Services in Contemporary SocietyM | 3.0 | |
HUSR 111 - Human Services in Contemporary Society (3.0 units) Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate placement; READ 043 or appropriate placement This course is an introduction to the history and philosophy of human services in contemporary society. The function and objectives of human service organizations as well as the qualifications of the professional will be emphasized. A survey of the populations served in the field will focus on cultural, social, economic and historical trends. The course is designed for students pursuing careers in social work, counseling or community organizing. | ||
HUSR 122 - Introduction to Group Leadership and ProcessM | 3.0 | |
HUSR 122 - Introduction to Group Leadership and Process (3.0 units) Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate assessment; READ 043 or appropriate assessment This course provides an introduction to the dynamics of group interaction. The individual's firsthand experience is emphasized as the group studies itself under supervision. The factors involved in problems of communication, effective emotional responses, and personal growth will be highlighted. Group process will be examined as a means of changing behavior. Suitable for students interested in furthering their understanding of group dynamics and those interested in supervising groups dedicated to achieving behavioral change. | ||
HUSR 124 - Introduction to Case Management and DocumentationM | 3.0 | |
HUSR 124 - Introduction to Case Management and Documentation (3.0 units) Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate assessment; READ 043 or appropriate assessment This course introduces students to case management and documentation in a variety of settings. Students will study the purpose, function, and rationale for case management. In addition, the documentation of client clinical records will be covered, emphasizing the taking of social histories and the writing of treatment plans. The professional guidelines necessary for working with clients in a social services setting will also be covered, providing the student with an understanding of issues related to ethics, client rights, and confidentiality. This class is designed for students interested in working in a social services setting. | ||
SOC 102 - Major Social ProblemsM | 3.0 | |
SOC 102 - Major Social Problems (3.0 units) Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate placement; READ 043 or appropriate placement This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the definition, development, reduction and elimination of major social problems in contemporary society. Topics addressed include problems of mental and physical health including addictions, crime and violence, social inequality, terrorism and war, as well as technology and the environment. Various social theories and relevant empirical research are critically examined throughout the course. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 12.0 | |
2nd Semester | ||
HUSR 199A - Seminar in Human ServicesM | 1.0 | |
HUSR 199A - Seminar in Human Services (1.0 units) Prerequisite: PSY 101 or SOC 101 or HUSR 111 This course and its corequisite (HUSR 199B) provide students with supervised field experience in a community organization, agency, or institution, which allows students to apply knowledge and learn new skills outside of the classroom environment. This course provides the academic element to the experiential course offering and reinforces the application of concepts learned in the prerequisite course or courses. | ||
HUSR 199B - Fieldwork in Human ServicesM | 2.0 | |
HUSR 199B - Fieldwork in Human Services (2.0 units) p>Prerequisite: PSY 101 or SOC 101 with a minimum grade of "C" or better The corequisite courses HUSR 199A and 199B provide students with a supervised field experience in a community organization, agency, or institution, allowing the student to apply knowledge and learn new skills outside of the classroom environment. In this course students take the theories and principles learned in the classroom and apply them to their work in a field setting. This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to develop skills that would facilitate gaining employment in the human services field. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 3.0 | |
Total Units for Human Services COSP program | 15.0 | |
AP exams and courses taken outside of Rio Hondo College may fulfill general education and/or major requirements. Please check with a counselor. |
M | Major course; course may also meet a general education requirement |
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