HMS 101 Introduction to Human Services (3 credits)An overview of human services as a profession, including the exploration of the history of the helping relationship, the human services movement, current influences of technology, managed care, and models of service delivery. Emphasis is on discovering employment in the human services, self-assessment activities, and development of interpersonal skills common to human services providers.
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HMS 102 Introduction to Counseling (3 credits)Assessment, interviewing, intervention, referral, and documentation skills related to client communications in human services professions are emphasized. Students receive HIPPA training in basic client/patient confidentiality. Course is required for HMS 106, Human Services Practicum.
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HMS 105 Substance Abuse Counseling Methods (3 credits)Addiction counseling theory and application methods for addiction counselors, social services/human services/health sciences students, or for anyone interested in developing skills for assisting individuals, couples, and families with substance abuse issues. Prior completion of HMS 102, or the equivalent, is highly recommended.
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HMS 106 Human Services Practicum I (5 credits)Students observe and participate in selected human services experiences within community-based agencies. An opportunity for the application and development of therapeutic oral and written communications skills directly with clients/patients, their support systems, and human services workers. Includes one lecture contact hour and 12 clinical practice hours per week.
Prerequisite: Must have completed HMS 101 and HMS 102. Instructor consent required.
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HMS 107 Small Group Interaction Techniques (3 credits)Theory and methods of group dynamics and group interaction applications in social/human services settings are explored. Group leadership skills related to addiction treatment, relapse prevention, grief and loss adjustment, problem-solving, and personal development are emphasized.
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HMS 200 Ethics in Human Services (3 credits)Real life applications for personal and professional boundaries, beliefs, ethics, values, morals, and codes of conduct in human relationships using ethical decision-making, problem-solving, and critical-thinking activities are emphasized. This course may be repeated up to three times for continuing education credit. (Check with individual licensing boards prior to registering.)
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HMS 206 Human Services Practicum II (5 credits)Advanced human services skills development through interaction with clients, client support systems, and other human service professionals within community agencies. Includes one lecture contact hour and twelve clinical practicum hours per week.
Prerequisite: Must have completed HMS 101 and HMS 102 and earned a grade of B- or higher in HMS 106. Instructor consent required.
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HMS 250 Human Services Seminar (3 credits)Explores emerging issues and current trends in human services employment as they relate to the student's goals, interests, and abilities. This course is required for students seeking an AAS degree in Human Services but is open to any student who is or desires to be involved in human services work. Students create a career plan; develop a resume based on skills training, employment experiences, and current job opportunities; and practice job interviewing techniques. Application approval required from instructor.
Prerequisite: Must have completed HMS 101 and HMS 102.
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