HUS 100 - Introduction to Human Services

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly, one term.
Explore Human Services as a profession. Study the evolution and history of Human Services and social welfare policy. Examine the Generalist Practice and the role of the Human Service Professional. Investigate professional ethics and values in Human Services, and the underlying philosophies, attitudes, and human service delivery models. Learn skills and intervention strategies, including case management, as well as various approaches to helping. Begin the process of self-awareness and growth in relation to helping others.

Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for ENG 101 /ENG 101A  or permission of the department chair.

Note: Typically offered OL; fall, spring, and summer terms.

Course Outcomes:
1. Explore the historical and political roots of human services as well as current ideological and political influences. 

2. Analyze the role of social welfare policy in human services.

3. Reflect on the ethical practice in the helping process by examining the NOHS Code of Ethics.

4. Identify underlying philosophies, attitudes, values, and approaches to understanding human behavior and describe the helping process.

5. Identify specific populations and practice areas in the field of human services: children, adolescents, adults, elderly, child welfare, domestic violence, developmental disabilities, mental health, family services, etc.

6. Examine the various roles of human services workers, including case management, and identify the theoretical perspectives and approaches that influence human services practice.

7. Describe various human services delivery systems and compare models of human services delivery.

8. Examine relevant topics that lead to self-exploration and personal growth by journaling.