Human Services Technology, AAS

A45380

Official Program Description registered with the NC Community College System:

The Human Services Technology curriculum prepares students for entry-level positions in institutions and agencies which provide social, community, and educational services. Along with core courses, students take courses which prepare them for specialization in specific human service area. Students will take courses from a variety of disciplines. Emphasis in core courses is placed on development of relevant knowledge, skills, and attitudes in human services. Fieldwork experience will provide opportunities for application of knowledge and skills learned in the classroom.

Graduates should qualify for positions in mental health, child care, family services, social services, rehabilitation, correction, and educational agencies. Graduates choosing to continue their education may select from a variety of transfer programs at senior public and private institutions.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Human Services Technology program, the graduate should be able to:

  • Analyze human behavior and development from historical, biological, psychological and sociological perspectives.
  • Apply principles related to the diversity of peoples and cultures in the therapeutic relationship.
  • Apply practical principles related to the Human Services profession.
  • Apply critical reasoning, problem-solving abilities, and communication skills and ethical concerns as applied to clinical practice.

Graduation Requirement

Students must demonstrate competency in Math Skills by completion of DMA 025 and DMA 045 with a minimum of P or equivalent.

Degree Awarded

The Associate in Applied Science Degree-Human Services Technology is awarded by the College upon completion of this program.

For More Information

The Human Services Technology program is in the Allied Health and Public Services Division. For more information call (919) 739-6796, or visit us at our Web site at www.waynecc.edu.

First Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
ACA 111College Student Success
1

1

ENG 111Writing and Inquiry
3

3

HSE 110Introduction to Human Services
4

3

HSE 112Group Process I
3

2

PSY 150General Psychology
3

3

SOC 210Introduction to Sociology
3

3

Total Credit Hours:15

Second Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
DDT 110Developmental Disabilities
3

3

ENG 114Professional Research & Reporting
3

3

HSE 123Interviewing Techniques
4

3

HSE 125Counseling
4

3

PSY 241Developmental Psychology
3

3

Total Credit Hours:15

Third Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
CIS 110Introduction to Computers
4

3

Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
3

3

Total Credit Hours:6

Fourth Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
BIO 110Principles of Biology
6

4

OR

BIO 161Introduction to Human Biology
3

3

 

HSE 210Human Services Issues
2

2

HSE 225Crisis Intervention
3

3

PSY 141Psychology of Death and Dying
3

3

WBL 111Work-Based Learning I
10

1

WBL 115Work-Based Learning Seminar I
1

1

Total Credit Hours:13-14

Fifth Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
GRO 120Gerontology
3

3

HEA 112First Aid & CPR
3

2

PSY 183Psychology of Addiction
3

3

PSY 281Abnormal Psychology
3

3

SOC 220Social Problems
3

3

WBL 121Work-Based Learning II
10

1

Total Credit Hours:15

Total Credit Hours: 64-65

Electives

Humanities/Fine Arts Electives

Choose one course from the Humanities/Fine Arts list of Optional General Education Courses for AAS Programs.
Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits