Human Services (480) Associate of Applied Science Degree

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Purpose: This program is designed to prepare students for employment in the human services industry and focuses on the training and preparation of entry-level to mid-level social and human services assistants.

Applied degrees (AAS/AAA) are designed to prepare students for entry into the workforce. Under formal articulation agreements with some four-year colleges and universities, students enrolled in a career/technical program who wish to pursue baccalaureate studies may be able to transfer selected courses into related programs at senior institutions. Students interested in pursuing transfer options should consult with a Virginia Peninsula advisor early in their academic career and consult the transfer guide for their intended transfer institution and major.

Articulation Agreement: Students who are interested in transferring to Old Dominion University to continue the Human Services plan should meet with Academic Advising early to determine and discuss requirements.

eCampus

This program is fully accessible and can be completed through eCampus (web-based learning) or students can learn in a traditional classroom environment.

Possible Career Opportunities

In order to review a listing of possible career opportunities available upon completion of this program, please visit the VA Wizard at https://www.vawizard.org/vccs/Main.action.

Fall I

ENG 111 - College Composition I (3 credits)
HMS 100 - Introduction to Human Services (3 credits)
HMS 121 - Basic Counseling Skills (3 credits)
HMS 226 - Helping Across Cultures (3 credits)
SDV 100 - College Success Skills (1 credit)
MTH 154 - Quantitative Reasoning (3 credits)

Semester Total Credits 16

Spring I

ENG 112 - College Composition II (3 credits)
CST 100 - Principles of Public Speaking (3 credits)
HMS 141 - Group Dynamics I (3 credits)
PSY 230 - Developmental Psychology (3 credits)
SOC 215 - Sociology of the Family (3 credits)

Semester Total Credits 15

Fall II

ITE 115 - Introduction to Computer Applications and Concepts (3 credits)
HMS 139 - Community Resources and Services (3 credits)
HMS 161 - Professional Skill Development for Human Services (3 credits)
HMS 228 - Productive Problem-Solving (3 credits)
HMS 250 - Principles of Case Management (3 credits)

Semester Total Credits 15

Spring II

HMS 230 - Ethics in Human Services (3 credits)
HMS 251 - Substance Abuse I (3 credits)
HMS 290 - Coordinated Internship in Human Services (3 credits)
HMS 258 - Case Management and Substance Abuse (3 credits)
ENG 246 - American Literature (3 credits)

Semester Total Credits 15

Total Minimum Credits 61

Program Information (PSAHHS)

For additional information about this program visit the Public Safety, Allied Health and Human Services Division web page, stop by Hampton Campus, Hampton III - Suite 747, phone 757-825-2808, or email psahhs@vpcc.edu.

Students may take courses in the summer session where available. Please consult with an academic advisor to review course scheduling options. Students are encouraged to speak with a financial aid advisor to determine funding eligibility.

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Human Services (480) Associate of Applied Science Degree

eCampus

Possible Career Opportunities

Fall I

Semester Total Credits 16

Spring I

Semester Total Credits 15

Fall II

Semester Total Credits 15

Spring II

Semester Total Credits 15

Total Minimum Credits 61

Program Information (PSAHHS)