Human Services Course Descriptions
HS101 Addictn Pharmacology/Physiolgy
Explains how alcohol and other drugs are processed in the body and the brain (pharmacology). Includes information on the physiological effects of alcohol and other drugs (AOD) on the human body and the possible implications for the treatment and prevention of problems that arise from their use. F, W, Sp
4 Credits
HS103 Ethics/Human Service Workers
Introduces professional issues associated with the helping relationship. Examines how personal characteristics and values affect the helping relationship and considers the issues faced by helpers-in-training. Explores the issues of client rights, confidentiality, competence and dual relationships. Emphasizes development of an intercultural helping perspective. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Human Services program. F, Sp
2 Credits
HS120 Alzheimer's Disease: Cope/Care
Presents information about Alzheimers Disease and other dementias, exploring the disease process including the stages of Alzheimers and associated behaviors. Focuses on the Best Friends approach to care-giving; addressing issues which families, caregivers, and case managers must attend to. Promotes the individual's adaptation and addressing issues of self-esteem and fear. Offered as needed.
3 Credits
HS122 Women/Chem Dependency Treatmt
Explores the historical, sociological and physiological implications for women and chemical dependency. Offered as needed.
2 Credits
HS129 Understanding Grief/Loss/Trans
Explores individual attitudes towards death, dying, and personal loss(es) and related values clarification. Includes practical assessment and intervention strategies for working with individuals who are either dying and/or are experiencing loss. Covers specific therapeutic tools used by professionals in addressing grief and mourning. Offers an overview of individual issues related to loss such as rituals, near death experiences, end of life planning, personal responses related to suicide, out of sequence losses, and medical issues (practical and ethical). F, W, Sp
3 Credits
HS140 Handling the Violent Client
Introduces the recognition, prevention, and control of aggressive behavior in clients. Stresses prevention of violence through early intervention and includes information on pre-aggression warning signs, as well as practice with defusing behavior and physical defense responses. F, W
1 Credits
HS150 Personal Effectiveness/HS Wrkr
Develops knowledge and skills to improve personal effectiveness. Uses individual and small group exercises to improve skills in self-awareness, communication, values clarification, problem solving and conflict management. Prerequisite: Admission to Human Services program; recommended concurrent enrollment in HS154 and HS170. F, W
3 Credits
HS151 Compulsive Gambling
Covers basic information concerning problem gambling and its consequences. Focuses on the stages of progression from recreational to pathological gambling. Addresses screening, diagnosis, intervention and treatment. Prerequisite: HS101with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. Offered as needed.
1 Credits
HS152 Stress Management
Provides information on managing stress in all settings. Teaches relaxation techniques and their impact on health and well-being. Covers a variety of the major relaxation techniques and emphasizes the analysis of life stressors and the development of a personalized stress management plan. F, W, Sp, Su
1 Credits
HS154 Community Resources
Develops an understanding of the history and values of community resources designed to meet the needs of vulnerable populations. Familiarizes students with local social service agencies/organizations; provides information about making appropriate referrals for services. Introduces application of basic research techniques. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment recommended in HS150 and HS170 for Human Services program students and for students designated Pre-Human Services. F, W
3 Credits
HS155 Interviewing Theory & Tech
First of a two-course sequence. Provides the theory and specific techniques required for entry level interviewing in human service settings. Prerequisite: HS150, HS154, and HS170; or consent of instructor. (All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C or better.) W, Sp
3 Credits
HS156 Counseling Theories
Introduces the major counseling theories that have demonstrated effectiveness with substance disorders and a variety of mental health issues. Presents an overview of ten specific theories, their founders, key concepts, techniques and appropriate applications. F
3 Credits
HS157 Illness Management & Recovery
Trains mental health workers, consumers, and client families on an evidenced-based practice that develops personalized strategies for managing psychiatric symptoms and recovery. Emphasizes assisting people to set and pursue personal goals through action strategies that can be used in their everyday lives. Offered as needed.
3 Credits
HS158 Trauma: Theory to Practice
Introduces the sources and characteristics, and the acute and long-term impact of trauma on individuals, couples, and families in a developmental, biosocial context. Explores effects on those working with trauma survisors and the inadvertent re-traumatization of victims by the social service system. Discusses policy and advocacy issues. Analyzes a trauma framework designed to work successfully with trauma that may or may not have been previously diagnosed. Examines key elements necessary to provide trauma-informed interventions and examples of trauma-informed services. Offered as needed
2 Credits
HS165 Activity Director Training
Meets the training requirements of activity directors in long-term care facilities. Focuses on therapeutic activities and appropriate use of people and material resources in meeting patient needs. Promotes the continual growth and development of long-term care residents. Offered as needed
3 Credits
HS170 Introduction to Practicum
Provides the background and specific skills needed to select and succeed in the practicum placement. Serves as a prerequisite for Human Services practicum courses (HS284A,S - HS288A,S). Prerequisite: Admission to Human Services program and recommended concurrent enrollment in HS150 and HS154. F, W
3 Credits
HS199J Nicotine Dependence Treatment
Provides an overview of the science of nicotine addiction, how it is similar and different to other addictions, and the assessment tools and treatment planning suggested in integrating treatment. Covers in depth Pharmacological supports available to aid in treatment. Designed for the chemical dependency treatment professional and students in Addiction Studies. Offered as needed
1 Credits
HS199U Supervising CD Professionals
Focuses on the teaching and mentoring aspects of clinical supervision in addiction treatment settings. Emphasizes the knowledge necessary for assessing the skills and methods used by counselors to facilitate improvement in treatment services for substance use disorders. Includes short presentations, demonstrations, small group activities and role-play practice. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Chemical Dependency Counselor education program at the associates, baccalaureate or masters level; current certification as an alcohol and drug abuse counselor; or concurrent enrollment in a chemical dependency counselor education program. Offered as needed.
2 Credits
HS199W Cultural Elements/Srvg Latinos
Increases cultural understanding and develops personal and professional clinical skills in working effectively with Latino clients in addiction and other treatment settings. Provides participants with an opportunity to learn and practice incorporating information into everyday clinical processes through activities and case study scenarios. Offered as needed
1 Credits
HS201 Addiction & the Family System
Presents basic information regarding addiction and its effects on the whole family. Focuses on the family system and dynamics related to coping with addiction and other chronic conditions that impact the family life cycle. Introduces the major schools of family therapy including strengths-based and solution-oriented approaches. Prerequisite: Grade C or better in HS101 or consent of instructor. Sp
3 Credits
HS205 Youth Addiction
Focuses on working with chemically-dependent youth. Includes prevention, intervention, assessment, and continuing recovery techniques for individuals and groups. Prerequisite: HS101 or consent of instructor. Su
3 Credits
HS206 The Addicted Criminal
Assists human services workers to develop skills with chemically-dependent clients who are convicted criminals. Includes information on recognizing, confronting and treating the addicted criminal. Prerequisite: HS101 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. F
3 Credits
HS207 Adult Child/Alcoholics/Addicts
Explores the relationship between growing up in a chemically-dependent or dysfunctional family and ensuing problems in adulthood. Discusses family dynamics, denial, relationships, work, social skills and feelings. F, Sp
1 Credits
HS209 Co-Occurring Disorders
Covers basic information about simultaneous diagnosis of addiction and chronic mental illness in the same patient/client. Stresses the importance of assessing and treating these areas in a blended format. Prerequisite: HS101with a grade of C or higher; or consent of instructor. Offered as needed.
2 Credits
HS211 HIV, TB, & Infectious Diseases
Explores the relationship between alcohol and other drug abuse and infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, sexually-transmitted diseases and hepatitis. Provides counseling techniques for assisting clients to identify personal risk and practice harm reduction. Also addresses special issues affecting diverse populations. Examines personal issues/discomforts arising from frankly discussing sexual behaviors of clients. Prerequisite: HS101, HS150 and HS155 recommended. F, W, Sp, Su
1 Credits
HS213 Multicultural Practice
Explores the ways membership in a racial, ethnic, or cultural group affects the client and helping professional relationship. Builds multicultural competency by increasing awareness and knowledge of cultural differences and the skills to develop and apply appropriate intervention strategies in cross-cultural situations. Focuses on factors that affect racial, ethnic and cultural groups in the United States including African Americans, Asians, Latinos, Native Americans, gays, lesbians, persons with disabilities, and the elderly. Prerequisite: HS150 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. W, Sp; CL
3 Credits
HS214 Adv Interview/Counsel Skills
Introduces intentional interviewing. Focuses on developing advanced skills and strategies with significant opportunity for hands-on practice. Second of a two-course sequence. Prerequisite: HS155 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. Concurrent enrollment in HS284-288 recommended. F
3 Credits
HS215 Conflict Resolution
Explores the sources and dynamics of conflict in interpersonal, family, and work settings. Stresses developing an awareness of personal style in conflict situations and use of effective strategies for resolving conflict. F
3 Credits
HS216 Clinical Screening Assessment
Introduces diagnostic criteria for substance use disorders as well as a number of other major mental health disorders often seen in substance abusing clientele. Provides a systematic approach to screening, assessment and treatment planning in order to determine the most appropriate initial course of action given the client's needs, characteristics and available resources. Provides significant opportunity for hands-on practice. Prerequisite: HS214 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. Concurrent enrollment in HS284-288 is highly recommended. W
3 Credits
HS217 Group Counseling Skills
Presents strategies from accepted and culturally appropriate models for group counseling with clients with a variety of disorders including substance abuse. Focuses on the ethical use of groups as an effective therapeutic intervention. Addresses leadership behaviors, group formation and group stages. Prerequisite: HS155 and HS260 or consent of instructor. Concurrent enrollment in HS284-288 is highly recommended. W
3 Credits
HS218A Group Processes A
Provides experiential group training designed for actual experience with the power of group process. Provides opportunities to learn about leadership, group stages, rules and norms as well as self-disclosure, roles and group skills. First course in a three-term sequence. Prerequisite: Admission into the Human Services program; and HS155 and HS260, both with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. Concurrent enrollment in HS284-288 recommended. F
1 Credits
HS218B Group Processes B
Provides experiential group training designed for actual experience with the power of group process. Provides opportunities to learn about leadership, group stages, rules and norms as well as self-disclosure, roles and group skills. Second course in a three-term sequence. Prerequisite: Admission into the Human Services program; and HS218A with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. Concurrent enrollment in HS284-288. W
1 Credits
HS218C Group Processes C
Provides experiential group training designed for actual experience with the power of group process. Provides opportunities to learn about leadership, group stages, rules and norms as well as self-disclosure, roles and group skills. Third course in a three-term sequence. Prerequisite: Admission into the Human Services program; and HS218B with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. Concurrent enrollment in HS284-288 recommended. Sp
1 Credits
HS219 Case Managemt & Client Records
Covers the preparation of clinical documentation related to screening and intake processes, assessments, treatment plans, reports, progress notes, discharge summaries and other client-related data. Applies State, ASAM and other professionally relevant standards. Concurrent enrollment in HS284-288 is highly recommended. Sp
3 Credits
HS220 Aging and Society
Introduces the field of social gerontology and explores the relationship between the aging individual and society. Serves as an introduction to the field of gerontology. W
3 Credits
HS222 Aging and Behavior
Presents information about behavioral responses in the normal aging process, including coping, cognition and memory, personality, and adjustment. Emphasizes healthy adaptation to aging and promotion of ego integrity in older adults. Also covers the description, diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of common organic and functional mental disorders. W
3 Credits
HS260 Group Dynamics
Provides students with the theory and experience to work as effective members of small task groups. Defines and studies styles of leadership, member roles and diversity problem solving, decision-making, status and power, communication, and resolving conflicts/controversy. Offers students the opportunity to evaluate personal performance within a group. Prerequisite: HS150 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. W, Sp
3 Credits
HS262 Alcohol & Drugs Among Elderly
Addresses problems of drug and alcohol misuse and abuse among older adults. Focuses on prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, and alcohol used either alone or in combination. Prerequisite: HS101 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. W
1 Credits
HS265 Casework Interviewing
Provides training in the casework interviewing skills needed for culturally sensitive human services work. Includes advanced interviewing skills, a strength based assessment process. Prerequisite: HS155 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. Concurrent enrollment in HS284-288 recommended. F
3 Credits
HS266 Case Management
Provides theory and application in casework and interviewing applied to diverse populations and cultures in human services. Includes interviewing for assessment, problem solving, planning, monitoring, crisis intervention and development of a case file. Prerequisite: HS265; and HS284-288 or concurrent enrollment; or consent of instructor. (All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C or better.) W
3 Credits
HS284A Practicum-Human Services
Provides experience working on-site in a human service agency to integrate field and classroom experiences. Offers students two different practicum sites, each at least two terms in length, during the two years. The second-year practicum is more comprehensive and provides an opportunity to develop more advanced skills. Students in the post-baccalaureate Addiction Counselor Certification option remain at one site for three terms. Prerequisite: HS150 and HS170, both with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. F, W, Sp
4 Credits
HS284S Practicum-Human Services
Provides experience working on site in a human service agency to integrate field and classroom experience. Offers students two different practicum sites, each at least two terms in length, during the two years. The second-year practicum is more comprehensive and provides an opportunity to develop more advanced skills. Students in the post-baccalaureate Addiction Counselor Certification option remain at one site for three terms. Prerequisite: HS150 and HS170, both with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. F, W, Sp
4 Credits
HS285A Practicum-Human Services
Provides experience working on-site in a human service agency to integrate field and classroom experiences. Offers students two different practicum sites, each at least two terms in length, during the two years. The second-year practicum is more comprehensive and provides an opportunity to develop more advanced skills. Students in the post-baccalaureate Addiction Counselor Certification option remain at one site for three terms. Prerequisite: HS150 and HS170, both with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. F, W, Sp
5 Credits
HS285S Practicum-Human Services
Provides experience working on site in a human service agency to integrate field and classroom experience. Offers students two different practicum sites, each at least two terms in length, during the two years. The second-year practicum is more comprehensive and provides an opportunity to develop more advanced skills. Students in the post-baccalaureate Addiction Counselor Certification option remain at one site for three terms. Prerequisite: HS150 and HS170, both with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. F, W, Sp
5 Credits
HS286A Practicum-Human Services
Provides experience working on-site in a human service agency to integrate field and classroom experiences. Offers students two different practicum sites, each at least two terms in length, during the two years. The second-year practicum is more comprehensive and provides an opportunity to develop more advanced skills. Students in the post-baccalaureate Addiction Counselor Certification option remain at one site for three terms. Prerequisite: HS150 and HS170, both with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. F, W, Sp
6 Credits
HS286S Practicum-Human Services
Provides experience working on site in a human service agency to integrate field and classroom experience. Offers students two different practicum sites, each at least two terms in length, during the two years. The second-year practicum is more comprehensive and provides an opportunity to develop more advanced skills. Students in the post-baccalaureate Addiction Counselor Certification option remain at one site for three terms. Prerequisite: HS150 and HS170, both with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. F, W, Sp
6 Credits
HS287A Practicum-Human Services
Provides experience working on-site in a human service agency to integrate field and classroom experiences. Offers students two different practicum sites, each at least two terms in length, during the two years. The second-year practicum is more comprehensive and provides an opportunity to develop more advanced skills. Students in the post-baccalaureate Addiction Counselor Certification option remain at one site for three terms. Prerequisite: HS150 and HS170, both with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. F, W, Sp
7 Credits
HS287S Practicum-Human Services
Provides experience working on site in a human service agency to integrate field and classroom experience. Offers students two different practicum sites, each at least two terms in length, during the two years. The second-year practicum is more comprehensive and provides an opportunity to develop more advanced skills. Students in the post-baccalaureate Addiction Counselor Certification option remain at one site for three terms. Prerequisite: HS150 and HS170, both with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. F, W, Sp
7 Credits
HS288A Practicum-Human Services
Provides experience working on-site in a human service agency to integrate field and classroom experiences. Offers students two different practicum sites, each at least two terms in length, during the two years. The second-year practicum is more comprehensive and provides an opportunity to develop more advanced skills. Students in the post-baccalaureate Addiction Counselor Certification option remain at one site for three terms. Prerequisite: HS150 and HS170, both with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. F, W, Sp
8 Credits
HS288S Practicum-Human Services
Provides experience working on site in a human service agency to integrate field and classroom experience. Offers students two different practicum sites, each at least two terms in length, during the two years. The second-year practicum is more comprehensive and provides an opportunity to develop more advanced skills. Students in the post-baccalaureate Addiction Counselor Certification option remain at one site for three terms. Prerequisite: HS150 and HS170, both with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor. F, W, Sp
8 Credits
XHS9400B Certification Test Prep Wkshp
Human Services (non-cr)
.8 CEU
XHS9400E Motivational Interviewing
Human Services (non-cr)
2 CEU
XHS9400F Working with Disabilities
Human Services (non-cr)
1.6 CEU
XHS9400G App Suicide Intervention Skls
Human Services (non-cr)
1.1 CEU
XHS9400H Personality Disorders Dx & Tx
Explores clients with personality disorders that are among the most difficult to manage. Discusses criteria for recognition, client world views, appropriate treatment goals, and strategies. Emphasizes relationship to other mental health conditions, particularly those involving substance-use disorders.
.6 CEU
XHS9400J Addiction Pharmacology for COD
Explains basic pharmacological principles; basic gross anatomy and physiology of the brain with a focus on the structures and pathways involved with psychopharmacological drugs. Includes information on the pharmacology of drugs of abuse and the psychopharmacotherapies used in addiction treatment and the treatment of mental illness.
1.8 CEU
XHS9400K Grp Skl/Co-Occurring Disorders
Introduces the principles of integrated treatment for persons with co-occurring disorders and group intervention as a primary treatment modality. Addresses issues in the development of appropriate groups based on agency considerations and the needs of the individual, including cultural issues, stage of change, and functioning. Covers leadership skills, including integrated assessment, group assignment and orientation, group formation, and group content. Course designed for mental health and alcohol and drug clinicians and case managers.
1.8 CEU
XHS9400L Intro to Eating Disorders
Introduces the history, etiology, suggested causes, treatment and prevention of eating disorders. Discusses the theories and socio-cultural determinants of eating disorders and obesity. Reviews the bio-medical, socio-cultural and psychological perspectives of eating disorders.
.8 CEU