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HUSE 101 - Introduction to Human Services 3 CR
This course introduces the student to the basic conceptual knowledge of social organizations and the role of the human service worker. Included are the beginning skills for social service practice and discussion of the ethical commitments and legal considerations underlying professional helping careers.
Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HUSE 183 - Practicum in Human Services 3 CR
Supervised practicum with the adolescent and adult populations. This course is designed to provide experience in the integration and application of the knowledge and skills of the human service worker. The student will be supervised in a reality-based work environment.
Prerequisites & Requisites: Take HUSE 101 and HUSE 220 with at least a grade of C.
Additional Information: Students must be able to meet site requirements which may include additional criminal background checks, a health physical and a TB check.
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HUSE 184 - Practicum in Human Services 3 CR
Supervised practicum with preschool and elementary-age children. This course is designed to provide experience in the integration and application of the knowledge and skills of the human service worker. The student will be supervised in a reality-based work environment. [0-48-48]
Prerequisites & Requisites: Take HUSE 101 and HUSE 220 with at least a grade of C.
Additional Information: Students must be able to meet site requirements which may include additional criminal background checks, a health physical, and a TB check.
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HUSE 185 - Human Service Internship 3 CR
A course designed to give on-the-job field experiences commensurate with the student’s career objectives. Required are 175 hours of on-the-job experience plus attendance at a two-hour scheduled seminar every other week. [32-175-209]
Prerequisites & Requisites: Take HUSE 101 and HUSE 220 with at least a grade of C.
Additional Information: Students must be able to meet site requirements which may include additional criminal background checks, a health physical, and a TB check.
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HUSE 186 - Human Service Internship 3 CR
A continuation of HUSE 185 , although a different placement setting is generally selected. [32-175-209]
Prerequisites & Requisites: (1) Take HUSE 185 with at least a grade of C or P (AND) (2) Take HUSE 204 and HUSE 260 with at least a grade of C.
Additional Information: Students must be able to meet site requirements which may include additional criminal background checks, a health physical, and a TB check.
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HUSE 200 - Psychosocial Approach to Aging 3 CR
This course explores the social, psychological, economic, and physical aspects of aging. There is an emphasis on the concerns and social options of the aged in contemporary American society.
Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HUSE 203 - Introduction to Substance Abuse 3 CR
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the history of drug use and abuse, explores the theoretical and practical issues, and surveys treatment modalities and current prevention strategies.
Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HUSE 204 - An Introduction to Report Writing Techniques for the Human Service Worker 3 CR
This course provides an opportunity for students to learn record keeping and report writing techniques needed by human service workers. Because report writing requires critical professional judgment at all levels, emphasis will be placed on expanding the students’ general information in the human service field.
Prerequisites & Requisites: Take ENGL 151 with at least a grade of D-.
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HUSE 220 - Communication Skills in Helping Relationships 3 CR
This course teaches the psychology of interviewing, as well as the skills for conducting effective interviews. This involves the techniques for establishing rapport, developing counseling responses, identifying behavioral goals, and implementing strategies to bring about change or crisis intervention.
Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HUSE 225 - Culturally-Sensitive Practice 3 CR
This course will provide the student with the knowledge and strategies to work with the various life styles, needs, and problems of different racial and cultural groups. The content of the course incorporates important concepts and empirical findings that pertain to ethnic-sensitive practice.
Prerequisites & Requisites: Take HUSE 220 with at least a grade of C.
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HUSE 230 - Nutrition 3 CR
Course includes the study of essential nutrients and their functions as they relate to normal health, as well as the selection of food to meet the identified nutrient requirements.
Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HUSE 240 - Basic Concepts in Social Work 3 CR
This course introduces the student to the social work profession, its value base, and code of ethics. There is an emphasis on methods and skills with an overview of social issues and client needs relative to social work practice.
Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HUSE 250 - Introduction to Group Techniques 3 CR
This course introduces the student to the theoretical concepts and principles of group work methodology. There is an emphasis on basic practice skills and intervention techniques.
Prerequisites & Requisites: Take HUSE 101 with at least a grade of C-.
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HUSE 251 - Human Services and Behavior Modification 3 CR
This course introduces the student to the theory and application of behavior modification. The focus is on how the behavioral theory works with agencies and other organizations in the community.
Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HUSE 260 - Family Dynamics 3 CR
This course examines the family system as a basic social institution. Emphasis is placed on issues that are important to the individual and the family. The student will also be introduced to theoretical viewpoints and conceptual frameworks that have been proven useful in intervention of marriage and family issues.
Prerequisites & Requisites: Take HUSE 220 with at least a grade of D-.
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HUSE 270 - Selected Topics in Human Services 3 CR
This course will be offered to cover topics in response to the special interests of students. Topics may include family communication, programming, legal and ethical issues, cross-cultural practice, foster care, burn out, problem assessment, or sign language. Since topics change, students may take this course for up to six credit hours toward graduation.
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HUSE 272 - Substance Abuse, Co-Dependency, and the Family 3 CR
This course provides students an opportunity to understand the relationship between substance abuse, co-dependency, and the family. The focus is on the unique problems facing the families of substance abusers and how they attempt to cope.
Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HUSE 275 - Grant Writing 3 CR
This course will introduce the student to the basic fundamentals of grant writing and program evaluation. There is an emphasis on creating proposals for program funding.
Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HUSE 280 - Death and Dying 3 CR
This is a psychosocial examination of death and dying in contemporary American society, although other societies at other time periods are considered. Medical, ethical, legal, and religious issues will be discussed. Instruction includes lectures, films, tapes, and a student position paper.
Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HUSE 290 - Social Welfare 3 CR
This course explores the social forces supporting the development of social welfare and social service policy. There is a focus on how people are affected by such problems as poverty, child abuse, alcoholism, crime, mental retardation, overpopulation, and emotional difficulties.
Prerequisites & Requisites: ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HUSE 298 - Independent Study 3 CR
An opportunity for the interested student with a good scholastic record to pursue independently the study of some subject under the direction of a member(s) of the human services staff. Subjects are chosen and arrangements are made to suit the needs of the individual student. Students must be able to meet site requirements which may include criminal background checks, a health physical and a TB check.
Additional Information: Coordinator approval required.
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