Planner for Human Services (A.A.S.)

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Official 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.

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Term 1

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
ENG 101 - Academic Writing and Research 1 OR ENG 101A - Academic Writing and Research 1	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 102 - Academic Writing and Research 2	3 credit hours
COM 111 - Fundamentals of Oral Communication OR COM 116 - Fundamentals of Oral Communication for Non-Native Speakers	3 credit hours
HUS 114 - Counseling, Assessment and Case Management	3 credit hours
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
Technology Requirement CTA 100 - Computing and Information Technology OR CTP 103 - Theories and Applications of Digital Technology	3 credit hours
Wellness Requirement	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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