Intro to Human Services

Catalog description

This course introduces the human services field, including the history, agencies, roles, and careers. Topics include personal/professional characteristics, diverse populations, community resources, disciplines in the field, systems, ethical standards, and major theoretical and treatment approaches. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the knowledge, skills, and roles of the human services worker. Content will address specific North Carolina and local programs as applied to human services, confidentiality and professional responsibility.