Human Services Courses (HS)
HS 2230 - Survey of Human Services (3)
A survey of the major human service delivery systems to include historical development, populations served, professional roles, and interrelationships between targeted social problems and services delivered. Introduction to the ecological/systems perspective as a tool for understanding these relationships. Includes observations and field trips.
HS 2240 - Ethics in the Helping Profession (3)
Ethical decision-making and skill development within the helping professions.
HS 2250 - Fundamentals of Case Management (3)
This course will introduce the foundation of case management to include the process of assessment, planning, facilitation, care coordination, evaluation, documentation and advocacy of options and service. Case studies will be utilized to facilitate practical application.
HS 2260 - Introduction to Non-Profit Organizations (3)
This seminar in non-profit organizations is designed to aid helping professional students develop a basic understanding and knowledge of the history, operation, and structure of non-profit organizations. Will include management, grant writing, and leadership roles.
HS 3300 - US Justice and the Helping Profession(al) (3)
This course will explore historical and current issues in the US justice system that have resulted in the marginalization of disadvantaged populations, who typically enter into this system. It will provide an overview of the US justice system and how it interests with human services and social work. Specifically, the focus will be an exploration of the juvenile and adult justice systems as well as policies and strategies shown favorable in the promotion of social justice and advocacy on behalf of those within the justice system. This class is designed for the student who has a desire to understand how helping professions (social work, human services, rehabilitation) and the US justice system are relevant to each other. This course is advantageous with or without future plans of working in the criminal justice system.
HS 3310 - Human Behavior In the Social Environment I (3)
The biopsychosocial aspects of human growth and development throughout the life cycle. Emphasis is placed on understanding the individual in interaction with major social systems. Knowledge, skill, and value bases necessary for biopsychosocial assessment are built.
HS 3325 - Wellness Across the Lifespan I (3)
Introductory examination of several aspects of wellness to include nutrition, physical activity, and mental wellness, from birth to young adulthood. This course exposes the student to resources related to a wellness plan.
HS 3335 - Wellness Across the Lifespan II (3)
Introductory examination of several aspects of wellness to include nutrition, physical activity, and mental wellness, adulthood to death and dying. This course exposes the student to resources related to a wellness plan.
HS 3370 - Professional Communication in the field of Human Services (3)
Principles and techniques of interviewing for human services professionals. Major emphasis is the building of empathic skills.
HS 3375 - Practicing Cultural Competency (3)
This course provides students with an understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity, ethnic and gender sensitivity, as well as ageism, in social work practice with a variety of populations is highlighted.
HS 3380 - Human Services Study Abroad (3)
Students will study abroad and engage in service learning opportunities in another culture. Students will develop an understanding of the economy, culture, customs and human services practices of the country while observing and engaging in direct human service practice. Prerequisites: successful completion of Troy Study Abroad Program requirements and fees.
HS 3399 - Pre-Practicum Seminar (3)
This course will evaluate the student's ability (knowledge, values, and skills) required to begin Human Service Field Experience. The class will focus upon areas essential for competent human service practice, including social policy and contemporary topics. Human Services majors must complete this course with a grade of 鈥淐鈥� or better. Prerequisite: Completing of HS Major requirements. The practicum site must be approved.
HS 4400 - Human Service Field Experience (3)
Provides experiences in a variety of social and human services settings with an emphasis on the multiple natures of human problems and the impact these problems have on the disabled and disadvantaged. Includes a weekly seminar plus a minimum of 120 clock hours per course hour spent in a particular agency for HS 4400 I (3) and HS 4410 II. For HS 4420 III (6) it is 240 clock hours. Clinical hours and responsibilities will be determined by internship supervisor. Human Services majors must complete this course with a grade of C or better. Prerequisites: Senior level, HS 2230, HS 3370 and HS 3399 or permission of instructor.
HS 4410 - Human Service Field Experience II (3)
Provides experiences in a variety of social and human services settings with an emphasis on the multiple natures of human problems and the impact these problems have on the disabled and disadvantaged. Includes a weekly seminar plus a minimum of 120 clock hours per course hours spent in a particular agency for HS 4400 I (3) and HS 4410 II. For HS 4420 III (6) it is 240 clock hours. Clinical hours and responsibilities will be determined by internship supervisor. Human Services majors must complete this course with a grade of C or better. Prerequisites: Senior level, HS 2230, HS 3370 and HS 3399 or permission of instructor.
HS 4420 - Human Service Field Experience III (6)
Provides experiences in a variety of social and human services settings with an emphasis on the multiple natures of human problems and the impact these problems have on the disabled and disadvantaged. Includes a weekly seminar plus a minimum of 120 clock hours per course hour spent in a particular agency for HS 4400 I (3). For HS 4420 III (6) it is 240 clock hours. Clinical hours and responsibilities will be determined by internship supervisor. Human Services majors must complete this course with a grade of C or better. Prerequisites: Senior level, HS 2230, HS 3370 and HS 3399 or permission of instructor.
HS 4491-92 - Guided Independent Research (1 to 3 credit hours per course per semester)
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HS 4493-94 - Guided Independent Study (1 to 3 credit hours per course per semester)
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