HSM 101 Introduction to Human Services

This course surveys the field of human services and introduces students to the Human Services major at the University. Students explore the history and development of the profession and the role of human services practitioners in enhancing individual and collective human functioning. They further discover careers in human services and examine the impact of interpersonal, institutional, and societal conditions on human development. This course also includes an overview of assessment and intervention strategies. Pre-requisite(s): ENG 201, or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours