HUMAN SERVICES

School of Arts and Social Sciences

HUMAN SERVICES (HMSV)

HMSV-20 SOCIAL WELFARE AND SOCIAL WORK

3 units: 3 hours lecture.
CSU Transferable Only
Advisories: ENGL-01A

A practical and general study of theoretical concepts and institutional frameworks that guide social welfare policy and practice. This course provides an overview of the social work profession and the social welfare system within which it operates, including federal, state, and county organizations. Students will also review employment opportunities and requirements in social welfare. (05/22)

HMSV-21 HUMAN BEHAVIOR AND THE HELPING PROCESS

3 units: 3 hours lecture.
CSU & UC Transferable
Advisories: ENGL-01A.

This course examines the history and philosophies of human services; identifies what constitutes genuine and empathic relationships; analyzes the role of conflict in individual and societal systems; demonstrates a broad range of relevant communication skills and strategies, and assists students in designing integrated services using innovative practices in diverse settings. The course includes components on personality development; social and political influences that shape interactive behavior, and guidelines for identifying normal and exceptional behavior, as well as, practical ways of helping people who have problems in living. (05/22)

HMSV-22 SURVEY AND UTILIZATION OF COMMUNITY RESOURCES

3 units: 3 hours lecture.
CSU Transferable Only
Advisories: ENGL-01A.

This course is designed to introduce students who are seeking careers in Human Services to community resources that facilitate the helping process. Students will become acquainted with various agencies, organizations (profit & nonprofit), and institutions that offer promotion, prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation within the community. Other components of this course address the importance of advocating for community empowerment, participation, and change. Students will also begin the process of gaining a sense of self in relationship to community, and develop an understanding of social dynamics as they relate to power structures. (05/22)

HMSV-24 WORK EXPERIENCE IN HUMAN SERVICES

1-8 Units
CSU Transferable Only

This course enables students to earn college credit for learning or improving skills or knowledge on-the-job in the field of fire science. Fifty-four (54) hours, either paid or volunteer, are required per unit of credit attempted. Students must have an established work site in fire science prior to enrolling in the course. (2/24)

HMSV-41 CASE MANAGEMENT

3 units: 3 hours lecture.
CSU Transferable Only
Advisories: ENGL-01A

This course is designed to give the student an introduction to case management skills, including screening, assessment, treatment planning, and referral support. (05/22)

HMSV-42 INTRODUCTION TO COUNSELING SKILLS

3 units: 3 hours lecture.
CSU Transferable Only
Advisories: ENGL-01A

This course is oriented to counseling clients within the field of human services. Course work is designed to give the student an introduction to counseling theory and classroom experience in applying basic counseling skills. (05/22)

HMSV-43 ETHICS IN COUNSELING

3 units: 3 hours lecture.
CSU Transferable Only
Advisories: ENGL-01A

This course focuses on professional responsibilities in the field of human services. Awareness of state and federal laws and regulations, and the codes of conduct governing counseling in the human services are examined. Effective approaches and the examination of legal, ethical, and moral responsibilities and referral practices of the counselor will also be presented. (05/22)

HMSV-44 LEADERSHIP AND COUNSELING IN GROUPS

3 units: 3 hours lecture.
CSU Transferable Only
Advisories: ENGL-01A

This course is an introduction to the dynamics of group counseling. The group will study itself (under supervision) and learn various leadership skills. The factors involved in problems of communication, effective emotional responses and personal growth will be highlighted. (05/22)