Human Services - Naugatuck Valley Community College

Human Services from Naugatuck Valley Community College is a Campus Associate Human Science degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. The field of Human Services is a dynamic and growing profession. Human Services provide assistance for people in all walks of life and in all stages of human development. Services focus on the individual as a whole, and stress care in relation to the individual\\\'s circumstances and social environment. The Human Services Program at NVCC offers an associate degree that allows students the opportunity, through directed electives, to focus on the areas of child and family services, disability & mental health or gerontology. In addition, certificate programs are offered in these three areas of focus. The degree program curriculum prepares students for entry level, generalist Human Services practice. Examples of employment opportunities for graduates include: case aide, case worker, youth worker, home visitor, shelter worker, parent advocate, residential counselor, community educator and substance abuse counselor. Program Outcomes: Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to: 1. Describe how the events of the political, social, and economic climate have shaped the American response to human needs. 2. Compare and contrast the ecological, functional, and conflict perspectives to understand and analyze social issues such as inequality, alienation, poverty, crime and health. 3. State the major theories, processes, and research methods important in psychology. 4. Describe the relationship between politics, research and the establishment of social policy. 5. Identify the history of treatment, issues and needs of the primary populations that require human services intervention. 6. Utilize the critical thinking skills necessary to read and analyze current and future trends as presented in literature related to the field of Human Services. 7. Demonstrate an understanding of how to use the skills of engagement, assessment, case planning, intervention and termination with a diverse population. 8. Present a well-organized, comprehensive oral report before a group. 9. Demonstrate behaviors that comply with the ethical standards of the National Organization of Human Services. 10. Demonstrate an increased awareness of available community resources and the relationships among community systems. 11. Demonstrate the ability to document information, and present a well-written report that demonstrates critical thinking skills. View more details on Naugatuck Valley Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Human Science courses.