Human Services - Herkimer County Community College

Human Services from Herkimer County Community College is a Campus Associate Human Science degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. The Human Services program is designed to prepare students for a career in a variety of human service agencies. Students may, for example, find employment as case managers, social work assistants, family advocates, residential counselors or classroom assistants. Students may work with a variety of populations, such as the physically or developmentally disabled, elderly, youth at risk or individuals in crisis. Graduates are prepared to: Identify normal development trends throughout the life span and recognize deviations from normal development Identify the social systems that impact the individual's behavior Communicate effectively with a variety of populations Assist in the preparation and implementation of appropriate service plans Demonstrate the ability to accurately document case records Identify community services available to assist clients You'll be prepared for a career in a variety of human service agencies through this program. Graduates find employment as case managers, social work assistants, residence counselors or classroom assistants working with varied populations including the physically or developmentally disabled. Career Opportunities Graduates find employment in a variety of private and public social service agencies. View more details on Herkimer County Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Human Science courses.