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The
Human Services program provides a conducive learning environment for
students interested in pursuing a career in the helping professions. The
program will educate and train students to be well functioning entry level
human services practitioners. Some examples of employment opportunities
include:
- Behavioral
Technicians
- Child Care
Workers
- Youth
Development Advocates
- Child
protective case workers
- Counselors
- Early
intervention workers
- Family support
workers
- Outreach
workers
- Residential
counselors
- Vocational
counselors
- Shelter workers
- Crisis
intervention counselors
- Alcohol &
substance abuse counselors
The goals of the SPC Human Services Program are as follows:
- Students will develop an understanding of the role that proper
communication skills play in the Human Services setting.
- Students will develop the knowledge base required of an entry-level
human services worker.
- Students will develop the critical thinking and problem-solving
skills required of an entry-level human services worker.
- The program will promote professional growth within the field and
encourage life long learning experiences.
Important Information
- View guidelines and student responsibilities in the Human Services Program Student Handbook.
- In order to be successful in the Human Services Program, the student must be able to demonstrate
essential student functions.
- Applicants should possess good interpersonal
skills.
- Job market: There is currently a
great demand for qualified Human Services workers in Pinellas County and in the
nation as a whole.
BAS in Health Services
Administration
Bachelor of Applied Science Degree
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