Human Services

Philosophy of Human Services Technology: The Human Services Technology curriculum trains and prepares graduates to fulfill a wide range of consumer and community needs in a variety of human service settings. Students are adequately prepared to empower people to live a more satisfying, autonomous, and productive lifestyle, through the acquisition of knowledge gained through liberal arts education, human services education, gerontology/substance studies, integrated with work-based learning experiences. A major strongpoint of the program is the emphasis placed on experiential learning with real life scenarios. Upon completion of the HST program, students will be able to implement acquired skills and knowledge in a personal and/or professional setting to improve the quality of life for society.

Mission: The mission of the Human Services Technology Program at Vance-Granville Community College is to meet the educational needs of students in the areas of human services to contribute to the social, cultural, economic, and political well-being of the community.

* Current VGCC Human Services Student Achievement Indicators

Related Programs:
Degree Level Option: Gerontology
Degree Level Option: Addiction and Recovery Studies

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My experience at Vance Granville Community College has been nothing but exceptional. During my time there, I was able to meet students from all walks of life. I enjoyed classroom interactions, which made learning so much fun.
Sonya Barnes - Human Services

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.

Graduates of the general HST track have found jobs in agencies such as the Department of Social Services, domestic violence centers, group homes, Job Corps and public schools. Graduates have also used the degree in order to advance within a job.

JOB OUTLOOK
Data published by the state of North Carolina describe human services jobs as having an above average outlook for the future.

Students will be able to communicate effectively and professionally to work in the Human Services field.
Students will have the critical thinking skills necessary to work in the Human Services field.
Students will be globally and culturally aware of the skills necessary to work in the Human Services field.
Students will understand the occupational skills necessary to work in the Human Services field.

Human Services Technology (A45380) Associate in Applied Science Degree

Effective Fall 2022
In order to graduate, Human Services students must maintain a grade of “C” or higher in their major courses (all tracks). A grade less than a “C” in any major course must be repeated.

Course	Class	Lab	Work/Clinic	Credits
FALL SEMESTER (First Year)
ENG 111 * Writing and Inquiry	3	0	0	3
HSE 110 Intro to Human Services	2	2	0	3
HSE 210 Human Services Issues	2	0	0	2
PSY 150 * General Psychology	3	0	0	3
SAB 110 Substance Abuse Overview	3	0	0	3
Total Hours for Semester	13	2	0	14
SPRING SEMESTER (First Year)
Course	Class	Lab	Work/Clinic	Credits
HSE 112 Group Process	1	2	0	2
HSE 125 Counseling	2	2	0	3
HSE 225 Crisis Intervention	3	0	0	3
HSE 250 Financial Services	2	0	0	2
SAB 210 SAB Counseling	2	2	0	3
Total Hours for Semester	10	6	0	13
SUMMER SEMESTER (First Year)
Course	Class	Lab	Work/Clinic	Credits
CIS 110 ** Introduction to Computers	2	2	0	3
ENG 112 * Writing/Research in the Disc	3	0	0	3
SOC 210 * Introduction to Sociology	3	0	0	3
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective ( ART 111 , ART 114 , ART 115 , ENG 231 , ENG 232 , HUM 115 , HUM 122 , MUS 110 , MUS 112 , PHI 215 , PHI 240 *)	3	0	0	3
Total Hours for Semester	11	2	0	12
FALL SEMESTER (Second Year)
Course	Class	Lab	Work/Clinic	Credits
HSE 251 Activities Planning	2	2	0	3
PSY 281 ** Abnormal Psychology	3	0	0	3
SOC 220 ** Social Problems	3	0	0	3
SWK 113 Working with Diversity	3	0	0	3
WBL 111 Work-Based Learning I OR WBL 112 Work-Based Learning I	0	0	10-20	1-2
WBL 115 Work-Based Learning Seminar I	1	0	0	1
Total Hours for Semester	12	2	10-20	14 - 15
[Note: WBL 111 & WBL 115 are also offered Spring Semester.]
SPRING SEMESTER (Second Year)
Course	Class	Lab	Work/Clinic	Credits
HSE 123 Interviewing Techniques	2	2	0	3
HSE 245 Stress Management	2	2	0	3
HSE 255 Health Prob & Prevent	2	2	0	3
MAT 110 Math Measurement & Literacy	2	2	0	3
WBL 121 Work-Based Learning II	0	0	10	1
Total Hours for Semester	8	8	10	13
TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS REQUIRED FOR DEGREE: 66-67
In order to graduate, Human Services students must maintain a grade of "C" or higher in their major courses (all tracks). A grade less than a “C” in any major course must be repeated.
Curriculum Program of Study Sequence Key
* Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) Courses
** General Education Courses
*** Premajor/Elective Courses

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Human Services Program Information, Statistics, & Demographics (PDF)

National Organization for Human Services (NOHS): Human Services Technology Students are encouraged to become involved in professional associations such as the National Organization for Human Services. This organization consists of members from a variety of educational and professional backgrounds with the mission of fostering excellence in human service delivery through education, scholarship, and practice. Student memberships are available. Additional information is available at the NOHS website.
NOHS Ethical Standards for Human Services Professionals

The Center for Credentialing & Education (CCE) created the Human Services – Board Certified Practitioner (HS-BCP™) with the assistance of the National Organization for Human Services (NOHS) in consultation with the Council for Standards in Human Service Education (CSHSE). The credentialing process was designed for human services practitioners seeking to advance their careers by acquiring independent verification of their practical knowledge and educational background.

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North Carolina Organization for Human Services

Apr 17, 2024

Estimated Tuition $5,016 - $5,092	Location SOUTH CAMPUS - Creedmoor
Credit Hours 66 - 67	Career Information TBD

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