Introduction to Human Services

Catalog description

This course provides students with an overview of the field of human services from the historical to the present day, including the roles and responsibilities of human services professionals. Students explore human services occupations, professional organizations, and community resources as well as ethical and legal issues. Students engage in several key areas of the human services field including but not limited to law, diversity, social change, global human services, mental health, institutions, private and nonprofit organizations, and building a career in human services. Students will also reflect on the broader social influences that impact roles within the field of human services.