Planner for Human Services (A.A.S.)
Title of Major: Human Services, A.A.S.
Award: Associate of Applied Science degree, A.A.S.
Code: AAS.HUS.HUS
Total Credit Hours: A minimum of 61
Learn more about the Human Services Degree Program
Purpose: To train graduates to work as human services generalists in a variety of entry-level positions in mental health, social work, human services administration, addictions and other human services occupations. Graduates can transfer to the School of Social Work at University of Maryland Baltimore County or can transfer to the University of Baltimore, which offers a bachelor of arts degree in Human Services Administration.
AACC cannot confirm whether the course or program meets requirements for professional licensure in states other than Maryland. If you plan to apply for licensure in a state other than Maryland, contact that state’s licensing board to determine whether the AACC course or program meets requirements for licensure in that state. If you need assistance finding contact information for your state, or if you need additional information regarding professional licensure, please contact the School of Health Sciences at 410-777-7310.
Faculty Contact (https://webapps.aacc.edu/directory): Nicole Williams
Courses to improve skills and prepare for college-level classes may be needed. It is best to see an advisor as you plan your education.
Course/Advising Notes: ________________________________________________________________________
Term 1
| Course Name | Credits | Term Taken | Grade |
| ENG 111-Composition and Introduction to Literature 1 OR ENG 115-Composition and Introduction to Literature 1 for Non-Native Speakers OR ENG 121-Composition and Literature Successful completion of ENG 121 fully satisfies the English composition general education requirement. |
3 credit hours | ||
| HUS 100-Introduction to Human Services | 3 credit hours | ||
HUS 101-Human Service and Addiction Counseling Ethics in Practice  |
3 credit hours | ||
| HUS 141-Group Dynamics | 3 credit hours | ||
| SOC 111-Introduction to Sociology |
3 credit hours |
Term 2
| Course Name | Credits | Term Taken | Grade |
| ENG 112-Composition and Introduction to Literature 2 OR ENG 116-Composition and Introduction to Literature 2 for Non-Native Speakers OR Elective Students completing ENG 121 may be required to take an elective to fulfill the 60 credits required for graduation.  |
0-3 credit hours |
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| COM 111-Fundamentals of Oral Communication OR COM 116-Fundamentals of Oral Communication for Non-Native Speakers |
3 credit hours |
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| HUS 114-Counseling, Assessment and Case Management | 3 | ||
| HUS 115-Fieldwork: Counseling, Assessment and Case Management |
3 credit hours | ||
| PSY 111-Introduction to Psychology | 3 credit hours |
Term 3
| Course Name | Credits | Term Taken | Credits |
| BIO 101-Fundamentals of Biology OR BIO 230-Structure and Function of the Human Body |
4 credit hours | ||
| HUS 130-Introduction to Family Counseling | 3 credit hours | ||
| HUS 210-Fieldwork: Crisis Intervention and Counseling | 3 credit hours | ||
| HUS 211-Crisis Intervention and Counseling | 3 credit hours | ||
| Mathematics GER |
3-4 credit hours |
Term 4
| Course Name | Credits | Term Taken | Grade |
| Computer Technology GER CTA 100-Computing and Information Technology OR CTP 103-Theories and Applications of Digital Technology |
3-4 credit hours | ||
Health/Fitness/Wellness GER  |
3 credit hours | ||
| HUS 216-Theories of Counseling |
3 credit hours | ||
| HUS 217-Fieldwork: Theories of Counseling | 3 credit hours | ||
| PSY 214-Abnormal Psychology This course meets a General Education Requirement while simultaneously meeting a Program Requirement for this degree. This course is required for Fast Track students. |
3 credit hours |
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