An education in social and human services can lead you in many interesting directions — from alcohol and chemical dependency counseling to senior services and activities specialist. The job opportunities are endless, helping people of all ages with emotional, mental, physical, and economic difficulties in a wide variety of settings and facilities. The degree programs include supervised work experience at community chemical dependency or human service agencies.

Complete your Addiction Studies, Associate in Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T). This program's competencies can be attained through an extensive array of educational courses offered. The program contains classes suggested to begin internships in chemical dependency agencies in the public and private sectors and fulfill chemical dependency professional status in accordance with current certification requirements. Course content includes counseling, case management, psychology, sociology, ethics, law, and physiology as well as internships in a variety of work environments. Students are encouraged to begin the program in either the fall or winter quarter. The AAS-T option may improve the transferability of Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degrees to some four-year programs.

Complete your Addiction Studies, Associate in Applied Science (AAS). This program's competencies can be attained through an extensive array of educational courses offered. The program contains classes suggested to begin internships in chemical dependency agencies in the public and private sectors and fulfill chemical dependency professional status in accordance with current certification requirements. Course content includes counseling, case management, psychology, sociology, ethics, law, and physiology as well as internships in a variety of work environments. Students are encouraged to begin the program in either the fall or winter quarter.

TCC's Human Services Professional program prepares students to work as practitioners in social, mental health, and addiction service agencies; and non-profit organizations, schools, and prisons. You’ll learn about human behavior and social problems, and how individuals interact with systems to address these issues. Students will use these skills to help people meet their physical, mental, and emotional needs.

Associate in Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer (AS-T) The Associate in Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer (AS-T in Administration of Justice) is designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU institution for students who plan to transfer and complete a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Administration of Justice. The Associate in Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer (AS-T in Administration of Justice) is an innovative social science program that emphasizes critical thinking about corrections, crime and delinquency, legal studies, and working with diverse communities. This multidisciplinary program explores the connections between law, crime, and justice.

The Associate of Applied Science curriculum at Dallas Institute of Funeral Service is designed to meet the prerequisites for licensure and funeral service employment.

The social and human services field focuses on improving the lives of others. Under the supervision of social workers, psychologists, sociologists, and other professionals, social and human service providers work to ease and prevent problems caused by poverty, inadequate housing, unemployment, and illness. These professionals work with people in family settings, group settings, and as individuals, primarily providing counseling and life skill lessons.

The Associate of Applied Science in Funeral Service Education is designed to prepare students for a funeral service career. All aspects of funeral service will be taught within the scope of this program. Academic and technical skills will be taught in general business areas, industry regulations and laws, embalming and restorative art skills, funeral service applications, funeral home management, grief counselling, etc.

The Associate of Applied Science curriculum at Mid-America College of Funeral Service is designed to meet the prerequisites for licensure and funeral service employment. It fulfills the requirements of accreditation and approval agencies.

The Associate of Science in Administration of Justice degree is intended to prepare students academically to perform effectively in a host of careers in the Administration of Justice system. Students will be exposed to a series of courses within the major to develop social awareness, written communication skills, cultural sensitivity, law concepts, and the physical ability to cope with many of the demanding Administration of Justice careers.

The Human and Social Services degree program provides students with the opportunity to obtain a broad-based education in preparation for a wide variety of jobs such as the following: clergy counselor, social services case aide, addiction counselor, youth services worker, gerontology worker, family services worker, crisis counselor, and mental health worker. While students majoring in Human and Social Services do not have to choose a concentration, this program does allow for the selection of various options including this degree. After earning this degree, students may begin a career that permits the satisfaction of helping individuals and communities. To begin a career where you have the satisfaction of helping individuals and communities.

Our Associate Degree in Human Services develops practitioners who are educated, ethical thinkers who can apply their knowledge to serving others in various aspects of society. Human services professionals work with both children and adults who are undergoing crisis or chronic situations. If you are a helper at heart, Human Services is the right field for you. Four semesters Internship and practicum opportunities Study online, on campus, or a combination of both Networking opportunities

Human Services professionals help people meet their needs, focusing on preventing or lessening problems and maintaining a commitment to improving the quality of life.

The Administration of Justice program is for students anticipating a career in the justice system and persons already employed in the justice system who want to enhance their professional standing and update their skills.

Affect change through meaningful work helping people in need. Our programs train you for careers in social, community, education and mental health services.