Associate in Arts Degree
As society's need grows, so does the search for dedicated workers in the field of human services. Of today's 10 fastest growing occupations, 4 are in the field of human services.
As society's need grows, so does the search for dedicated workers in the field of human services. Of today's 10 fastest growing occupations, 4 are in the field of human services.
This associate degree program prepares students for a job in settings such as:
- schools,
- rehabilitation centers,
- mental health clinics, or
- community/neighborhood centers.
Students will gain the necessary skills to work on a 1-to-1 basis or in groups to help people cope with problems. Students who complete the associate's degree curriculum will:
- understand the basic concepts, guiding principles and realities of contemporary human services;
- comprehend the principles of a variety of helping theories; develop basic helping skills;
- develop competence in basic helping skills through supervised service-learning experiences in community agencies;
- be able to write clear, objective reports;
- achieve a greater awareness of their values and their reactions to those whom they would be helping; and
- learn the ethical standards of persons in the helping professions.
Upon completion, students will be prepared to transfer to a bachelor's degree program where they will continue developing skills for a career in the field of social work.
This is a high demand, high skill and high wage program as defined by the Michigan Community College Network.
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