Human Services

A writing course designed primarily to meet the needs of students pursuing career and technical programs. Meets the written composition graduation requirement for an AHC associate's degree. Students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution will need to take ENGL 101 instead of this course to meet the university's first-year composition requirement. Readings will be drawn from the disciplines involved so that students master comprehension and critical reading skills in real-world texts. Writing assignments and projects will similarly be based upon the types of critical thinking and analytical writing required in the students' fields of study. Research methods and skills will be emphasized. 

Designed to help students enhance their analytical reading and writing skills using a wide variety of texts. Emphasizes college-level expository essay construction, communication, and research methods leading to the preparation and writing of a research paper. 

An introduction to a variety of aspects relating to human service helping professionals, including required education/training, certification/licensure, ethical/legal issues, motives, values, cultural sensitivity/competency, special populations, life transitions, transference/countertransference, boundary issues, stress, burnout, and self-care.

An introduction to basic concepts and skills of case management with diverse populations including cultural competence, ethics, intakes, assessment, case planning, referrals, implementation and documentation.

Introduction to counseling skills for the human services worker with applications to different work settings and diverse populations.

An overview of the role of alcohol and other drugs in society with emphasis on such topics as patterns of use, major categories of drugs, use/misuse/addiction, and approaches to prevention, intervention, and treatment. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for SOC 106 or PSY 106.

Provides individuals with skills for understanding and using internal and external resources to function effectively in our present and future society. Major topics include: effects of cultural forces and future trends on values, standards, and goals; skills for decision making, time, energy, stress, and conflict management; and techniques for improving self-understanding and interpersonal relationships in a culturally diverse society. Students who have received credit for more than three life management modules may not enroll in this course.

Examines family systems dynamics and intergenerational transmission of addiction, and the interacting effects of these phenomena with abuse and psychological trauma.

Training in basic crisis intervention skills and application of these skills to a wide range issues, situations, and settings including domestic abuse, suicide, sexual assault, addiction, post traumatic stress, and losses including deaths.

Plus a minimum of 3 units selected from the following:

 Choose one course each semester it is identified on the suggested course sequence.

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the AHC Math Competency requirement.

Recommended courses: MATH 100, 105, 123, 135, 181, 321

Explores the process and content of counseling groups and families. Topics include developmental stages of groups, group formation, constructive and ineffective processes, behavioral ground rules, interventions, entry into and exit from groups, ethics, cultural and ethnic diversity, documentation of client behavior, and self-awareness in group situations.

Concepts, definitions, and features of co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders emphasizing attainment of empathic engagement with persons who have these disorders. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for PSY 142.

Provides an overview of the pharmacology of drugs in substance use disorders with emphasis on drug effects, how drug effects occur, how the body processes drugs, and health consequences of drug use and addiction. Physiologic aspects of addiction and tolerance are explored. Pharmacologic interventions are integrated with other substance use disorder treatment modalities. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for PSY 132.

Select one course from this list.

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:

ANTH 102, 103, 105; BUS 141; ECON 141; ENGL 105; GBST 141; GEOG 102, 103; LGBT 101, 102; POLS 104, 105; SOC 101, 102, 120, 122; SPCH 110

Or select one course from this list.

Choose one of the following courses:

• ES 1231, African American History
• HIST 107, U S History to 1877
• HIST 108, US History from 1877 to the Present
• HIST 118, U S History to 1877
• HIST 119, History of California
• POLS 101, Introduction to Political Science
• POLS 103, American Government

Survey of the theory, practice, and process of addiction treatment including such topics as ethics; assessment and diagnosis; planning; case management; cultural diversity; counseling strategies; aftercare; motivational interviewing; harm reduction; and relapse prevention.

Taken together with HUSV 131, HUSV 130 is the capstone course of the Addiction Studies certificate or degree. Provides students with practicum/supervised work experience in an addiction treatment program or facility (4 units/240-300 hours required). Permission of instructor is required if the student has not satisfactorily completed all other requirements in the degree or certificate prior to enrolling.

Provides students with a seminar format in which to discuss, analyze, and critically evaluate their fieldwork experience in local human services agencies as it relates to Addiction Studies. Designed for the student who is concurrently enrolled in HUSV 130. (F,S)

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:

ART 101, 105, 109, 170; DANC 101p; DRMA 103; ENGL 130, 131, 139, 140, 148; ECS 116; ES 105, 120; FASH 104; FILM 101, 102, 103, 108, 109; HIST 101, 102, 103, 120; HUM 101, 102, 103; MUS 104, 106; PHIL 121; SPAN 102, 103, 104, 105, 112

Select one course from this list.

Choose one of the following courses:

• EMS 102, First Aid and Safety
• FSN 109, Basic Nutrition for Health
• HED 100, Health and Wellness
• HUSV 126, Meditation, Mindfulness, and Stress Reduction

Select one course from this list.

An introduction to a variety of aspects relating to human service helping professionals, including required education/training, certification/licensure, ethical/legal issues, motives, values, cultural sensitivity/competency, special populations, life transitions, transference/countertransference, boundary issues, stress, burnout, and self-care.

An introduction to basic concepts and skills of case management with diverse populations including cultural competence, ethics, intakes, assessment, case planning, referrals, implementation and documentation.

Introduction to counseling skills for the human services worker with applications to different work settings and diverse populations.

An overview of the role of alcohol and other drugs in society with emphasis on such topics as patterns of use, major categories of drugs, use/misuse/addiction, and approaches to prevention, intervention, and treatment. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for SOC 106 or PSY 106.

An overview of the role of alcohol and other drugs in society with emphasis on such topics as patterns of use, major categories of drugs, use/misuse/addiction, and approaches to prevention, intervention, and treatment. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for SOC 106 or HUSV 110.

An overview of the role of alcohol and other drugs in society with emphasis on such topics as patterns of use, major categories of drugs, use/misuse/addiction, and approaches to prevention, intervention, and treatment. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for SOC 106 or PSY 106.

Provides individuals with skills for understanding and using internal and external resources to function effectively in our present and future society. Major topics include: effects of cultural forces and future trends on values, standards, and goals; skills for decision making, time, energy, stress, and conflict management; and techniques for improving self-understanding and interpersonal relationships in a culturally diverse society. Students who have received credit for more than three life management modules may not enroll in this course.

Examines family systems dynamics and intergenerational transmission of addiction, and the interacting effects of these phenomena with abuse and psychological trauma.

An in-depth exploration of professional ethical standards for human services professionals, emphasizing confidentiality, privileged communication, dual/multiple relationships, professional boundaries, issues of abuse and neglect, the responsibilities and duties of professionals in helping relationships, and the differences between personal and professional relationships.

Plus a minimum of 3 units selected from the following:

 Choose one course each semester it is identified on the suggested course sequence.

Explores the process and content of counseling groups and families. Topics include developmental stages of groups, group formation, constructive and ineffective processes, behavioral ground rules, interventions, entry into and exit from groups, ethics, cultural and ethnic diversity, documentation of client behavior, and self-awareness in group situations.

Concepts, definitions, and features of co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders emphasizing attainment of empathic engagement with persons who have these disorders. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for PSY 142.

Provides an overview of the pharmacology of drugs in substance use disorders with emphasis on drug effects, how drug effects occur, how the body processes drugs, and health consequences of drug use and addiction. Physiologic aspects of addiction and tolerance are explored. Pharmacologic interventions are integrated with other substance use disorder treatment modalities. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for PSY 132.

Provides an overview of the pharmacology of drugs in substance use disorders with emphasis on drug effects, how drug effects occur, how the body processes drugs, and health consequences of drug use and addiction. Physiologic aspects of addiction and tolerance are explored. Pharmacologic interventions are integrated with other substance use disorder treatment modalities. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HUSV 132.

Survey of the theory, practice, and process of addiction treatment including such topics as ethics; assessment and diagnosis; planning; case management; cultural diversity; counseling strategies; aftercare; motivational interviewing; harm reduction; and relapse prevention.

Taken together with HUSV 131, HUSV 130 is the capstone course of the Addiction Studies certificate or degree. Provides students with practicum/supervised work experience in an addiction treatment program or facility (4 units/240-300 hours required). Permission of instructor is required if the student has not satisfactorily completed all other requirements in the degree or certificate prior to enrolling.

Provides students with a seminar format in which to discuss, analyze, and critically evaluate their fieldwork experience in local human services agencies as it relates to Addiction Studies. Designed for the student who is concurrently enrolled in HUSV 130. (F,S)

Examines family systems dynamics and intergenerational transmission of addiction, and the interacting effects of these phenomena with abuse and psychological trauma.

Survey of the theory, practice, and process of addiction treatment including such topics as ethics; assessment and diagnosis; planning; case management; cultural diversity; counseling strategies; aftercare; motivational interviewing; harm reduction; and relapse prevention.

Provides an overview of the pharmacology of drugs in substance use disorders with emphasis on drug effects, how drug effects occur, how the body processes drugs, and health consequences of drug use and addiction. Physiologic aspects of addiction and tolerance are explored. Pharmacologic interventions are integrated with other substance use disorder treatment modalities. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for PSY 132.

Concepts, definitions, and features of co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders emphasizing attainment of empathic engagement with persons who have these disorders. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for PSY 142.

Explores the process and content of counseling groups and families. Topics include developmental stages of groups, group formation, constructive and ineffective processes, behavioral ground rules, interventions, entry into and exit from groups, ethics, cultural and ethnic diversity, documentation of client behavior, and self-awareness in group situations.

Survey of culturally competent strategies and approaches for working in human service settings with clients who are culturally, ethnically, and physically diverse.

An in-depth exploration of professional ethical standards for human services professionals, emphasizing confidentiality, privileged communication, dual/multiple relationships, professional boundaries, issues of abuse and neglect, the responsibilities and duties of professionals in helping relationships, and the differences between personal and professional relationships.

An overview of the role of alcohol and other drugs in society with emphasis on such topics as patterns of use, major categories of drugs, use/misuse/addiction, and approaches to prevention, intervention, and treatment. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for SOC 106 or HUSV 110.

An overview of the role of alcohol and other drugs in society with emphasis on such topics as patterns of use, major categories of drugs, use/misuse/addiction, and approaches to prevention, intervention, and treatment. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for SOC 106 or PSY 106.

An overview of the role of alcohol and other drugs in society with emphasis on such topics as patterns of use, major categories of drugs, use/misuse/addiction, and approaches to prevention, intervention, and treatment. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for SOC 106 or PSY 106.

Provides individuals with skills for understanding and using internal and external resources to function effectively in our present and future society. Major topics include: effects of cultural forces and future trends on values, standards, and goals; skills for decision making, time, energy, stress, and conflict management; and techniques for improving self-understanding and interpersonal relationships in a culturally diverse society. Students who have received credit for more than three life management modules may not enroll in this course.

An introduction to a variety of aspects relating to human service helping professionals, including required education/training, certification/licensure, ethical/legal issues, motives, values, cultural sensitivity/competency, special populations, life transitions, transference/countertransference, boundary issues, stress, burnout, and self-care.

An introduction to basic concepts and skills of case management with diverse populations including cultural competence, ethics, intakes, assessment, case planning, referrals, implementation and documentation.

Explores the process and content of counseling groups and families. Topics include developmental stages of groups, group formation, constructive and ineffective processes, behavioral ground rules, interventions, entry into and exit from groups, ethics, cultural and ethnic diversity, documentation of client behavior, and self-awareness in group situations.

This course presents a non-confrontational communication approach, Motivational Interviewing, designed to facilitate change in people who suffer from substance use, mental health, medical health, and lifestyle problems. The course presents theory and provides opportunities to practice evidence-based communication skills.

An introduction to the practices of meditation, mindfulness, and stress reduction including their origins in both Western and non-Western cultures, and their physiological and psychological benefits.

An in-depth exploration of professional ethical standards for human services professionals, emphasizing confidentiality, privileged communication, dual/multiple relationships, professional boundaries, issues of abuse and neglect, the responsibilities and duties of professionals in helping relationships, and the differences between personal and professional relationships.

An exploration of different states of consciousness, the means of attaining those states, their uses, misuses, and consequences. Topics include theories of consciousness, neural correlates of conscious experience, substance use disorders, sleep, dreams, hypnosis, dissociation and dissociative disorders, out-of-body states, near-death experiences, paranormal phenomena, meditation, non-Western methods of altering consciousness, and peak experiences. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for PSY 122 or ANTH 122.

An introduction to Emotional Intelligence - a set of abilities and skills concerned with perceiving and managing emotional states in oneself and others. The neurobiology of emotions, how emotional states "hijack" people's behavior, and the application of emotional intelligence in a variety of personal and interpersonal situations are emphasized. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for PSY 127.

An introduction to the psychological study of the positive, adaptive, creative, and emotionally fulfilling elements of human behavior and the factors that contribute to people being happy, productive, and well adjusted. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for PSY 128.

An introduction to a variety of aspects relating to human service helping professionals, including required education/training, certification/licensure, ethical/legal issues, motives, values, cultural sensitivity/competency, special populations, life transitions, transference/countertransference, boundary issues, stress, burnout, and self-care.

An introduction to basic concepts and skills of case management with diverse populations including cultural competence, ethics, intakes, assessment, case planning, referrals, implementation and documentation.

Introduction to counseling skills for the human services worker with applications to different work settings and diverse populations.

Explores the process and content of counseling groups and families. Topics include developmental stages of groups, group formation, constructive and ineffective processes, behavioral ground rules, interventions, entry into and exit from groups, ethics, cultural and ethnic diversity, documentation of client behavior, and self-awareness in group situations.

An overview of the role of alcohol and other drugs in society with emphasis on such topics as patterns of use, major categories of drugs, use/misuse/addiction, and approaches to prevention, intervention, and treatment. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for SOC 106 or PSY 106.

Provides individuals with skills for understanding and using internal and external resources to function effectively in our present and future society. Major topics include: effects of cultural forces and future trends on values, standards, and goals; skills for decision making, time, energy, stress, and conflict management; and techniques for improving self-understanding and interpersonal relationships in a culturally diverse society. Students who have received credit for more than three life management modules may not enroll in this course.

Examines family systems dynamics and intergenerational transmission of addiction, and the interacting effects of these phenomena with abuse and psychological trauma.

An in-depth exploration of professional ethical standards for human services professionals, emphasizing confidentiality, privileged communication, dual/multiple relationships, professional boundaries, issues of abuse and neglect, the responsibilities and duties of professionals in helping relationships, and the differences between personal and professional relationships.

Survey of the theory, practice, and process of addiction treatment including such topics as ethics; assessment and diagnosis; planning; case management; cultural diversity; counseling strategies; aftercare; motivational interviewing; harm reduction; and relapse prevention.

Plus a minimum of 3 units selected from the following:

 Choose one course each semester it is identified on the suggested course sequence.

This course examines the major physical, cognitive, social and emotional developmental milestones for children from conception through adolescence. Emphasis will be made on interactions between maturational processes and environmental factors. Students will observe children, evaluate individual differences, and analyze characteristics of development at various stages according to developmental theories.

Provides individuals with skills for understanding and using internal and external resources to function effectively in our present and future society. Major topics include: effects of cultural forces and future trends on values, standards, and goals; skills for decision making, time, energy, stress, and conflict management; and techniques for improving self-understanding and interpersonal relationships in a culturally diverse society. Students who have received credit for more than three life management modules may not enroll in this course.

An introduction to a variety of aspects relating to human service helping professionals, including required education/training, certification/licensure, ethical/legal issues, motives, values, cultural sensitivity/competency, special populations, life transitions, transference/countertransference, boundary issues, stress, burnout, and self-care.

The processes of socialization focusing on the interrelationship of family, school, and community. Examines the influence of multiple societal contexts. Explores the role of collaboration between family, community, and schools in supporting children’s’ development.

An introduction to basic concepts and skills of case management with diverse populations including cultural competence, ethics, intakes, assessment, case planning, referrals, implementation and documentation.

Examines family systems dynamics and intergenerational transmission of addiction, and the interacting effects of these phenomena with abuse and psychological trauma.

Taken together with HUSV 161, HUSV 160 is the capstone course of the Family Service Worker 2 Certificate. Provides students with practicum/supervised work experience in a social service or interpersonal helping agency or facility focusing on the needs of family and children (2 units/120-150 hours required). Permission of instructor is required if the student has not satisfactorily completed all other requirements in the certificate prior to enrolling.

Allows students to expedite degree or certificate completion by undertaking an additional practicum concurrently with one of the Human Services program internships (HUSV 120, 130, 140, 150, or 160). Provides students with a combination of practicum/supervised work experience in a social services or helping setting (2-4 units/120-300 hours required). The internship course in which the student is concurrently enrolled provides a seminar format in which to discuss, analyze, and critically evaluate their experience in this practicum. Permission of instructor is required. This course may not be used to meet the internship requirement for the Addiction Studies degree/certificate.

Provides students with a seminar format in which to discuss, analyze, and critically evaluate their fieldwork experience in local human services agencies as it relates to the Family Services Worker 2 certificate. Designed for the student who is enrolled in HUSV 161.

This course focuses on the appropriate use of assessment and observation strategies to document development, growth, play and learning for use in collaborative partnerships with families and professionals in promoting children's success. Recording strategies, rating systems, portfolios, and multiple assessment tools are explored. All students enrolled in ECS 105, ECS 106, ECS 118 or ECS 119 must show proof of their current tuberculosis (TB) clearance and immunization against influenza, pertussis and measles to meet the provisions of SB792. Students must be on the waitlist and provide required documentation on the first day of class in order to receive an add code to add the class. For more information, contact the department.

Introduces the variations in development of young children with special needs and the resulting impact on families. Includes an overview of historical and societal influences, laws relating to children with special needs, and the identification and referral process. (S2)

An overview of basic nutrition which emphasizes the application of nutrition science to consumer choices for improved health, fitness, and disease prevention. Individuals will assess their own diet quality and will learn to select diets appropriate to their individual lifestyles, inherited health risks, tastes, and needs at all stages of the life cycle. The course examines current controversies and claims to distinguish fact from fallacy and assists in adapting research on diet and health to individual needs. The course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for FCS 109.

Designed to assist individuals and/or those working with individuals to analyze and direct their financial affairs. Elements and concepts of financial planning and decision making in the areas of budgeting, taxes, borrowing, money management, consuming, insurance, investments, retirement, and estate planning will be analyzed with an emphasis on application to changing family needs. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for BUS 130 or ECON 130.

Introduction to counseling skills for the human services worker with applications to different work settings and diverse populations.

Survey of culturally competent strategies and approaches for working in human service settings with clients who are culturally, ethnically, and physically diverse.

Training in basic crisis intervention skills and application of these skills to a wide range issues, situations, and settings including domestic abuse, suicide, sexual assault, addiction, post traumatic stress, and losses including deaths.

A balanced study of basic theories, research, and principles of physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development from conception to death is presented in an integrated manner; includes behavior, sexuality, nutrition, health, stress, environmental relationships, and implications of death and dying.

An introduction to a variety of aspects relating to human service helping professionals, including required education/training, certification/licensure, ethical/legal issues, motives, values, cultural sensitivity/competency, special populations, life transitions, transference/countertransference, boundary issues, stress, burnout, and self-care.

An introduction to basic concepts and skills of case management with diverse populations including cultural competence, ethics, intakes, assessment, case planning, referrals, implementation and documentation.

Introduction to counseling skills for the human services worker with applications to different work settings and diverse populations.

Examines family systems dynamics and intergenerational transmission of addiction, and the interacting effects of these phenomena with abuse and psychological trauma.

Training in basic crisis intervention skills and application of these skills to a wide range issues, situations, and settings including domestic abuse, suicide, sexual assault, addiction, post traumatic stress, and losses including deaths.

An overview of major issues related to women who have substance use problems and disorders. Topics include effects on pregnancy, drug-exposed children, family relationships, feminist issues, women's reactions to substances, and women's specific addiction treatment needs.

Taken together with HUSV 151, HUSV 150 is the capstone course of the Family Studies Certificate. Provides students with practicum/supervised work experience in a social service or interpersonal helping agency or facility focusing on the needs of families and children (2 units/120-150 hours required). Permission of instructor is required if the student has not satisfactorily completed all other requirements for the certificate prior to enrolling.

Provides students with a seminar format in which to discuss, analyze, and critically evaluate their fieldwork experience in local human services agencies as it relates to Family Studies. Designed for the student who is enrolled in HUSV 150.

Plus a minimum of 6 units selected from the following:

 Choose one course each semester it is identified on the suggested course sequence.

Plus a minimum of 6 units selected from the following:

Choose one course each semester it is identified on the suggested course sequence.

An introduction to a variety of aspects relating to human service helping professionals, including required education/training, certification/licensure, ethical/legal issues, motives, values, cultural sensitivity/competency, special populations, life transitions, transference/countertransference, boundary issues, stress, burnout, and self-care.

An introduction to basic concepts and skills of case management with diverse populations including cultural competence, ethics, intakes, assessment, case planning, referrals, implementation and documentation.

Introduction to counseling skills for the human services worker with applications to different work settings and diverse populations.

A writing course designed primarily to meet the needs of students pursuing career and technical programs. Meets the written composition graduation requirement for an AHC associate's degree. Students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution will need to take ENGL 101 instead of this course to meet the university's first-year composition requirement. Readings will be drawn from the disciplines involved so that students master comprehension and critical reading skills in real-world texts. Writing assignments and projects will similarly be based upon the types of critical thinking and analytical writing required in the students' fields of study. Research methods and skills will be emphasized. 

Designed to help students enhance their analytical reading and writing skills using a wide variety of texts. Emphasizes college-level expository essay construction, communication, and research methods leading to the preparation and writing of a research paper. 

Select one course from this list.

Examines family systems dynamics and intergenerational transmission of addiction, and the interacting effects of these phenomena with abuse and psychological trauma.

Training in basic crisis intervention skills and application of these skills to a wide range issues, situations, and settings including domestic abuse, suicide, sexual assault, addiction, post traumatic stress, and losses including deaths.

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the AHC Math Competency requirement.

Recommended courses: MATH 100, 105, 123, 135, 181, 321

Choose one of the following courses:

• EMS 102, First Aid and Safety
• FSN 109, Basic Nutrition for Health
• HED 100, Health and Wellness
• HUSV 126, Meditation, Mindfulness, and Stress Reduction

Select one course from this list.

Provides individuals with skills for understanding and using internal and external resources to function effectively in our present and future society. Major topics include: effects of cultural forces and future trends on values, standards, and goals; skills for decision making, time, energy, stress, and conflict management; and techniques for improving self-understanding and interpersonal relationships in a culturally diverse society. Students who have received credit for more than three life management modules may not enroll in this course.

Plus a minimum of 6 units selected from the following:

Choose one course each semester it is identified on the suggested course sequence.

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:

ANTH 102, 103, 105; BUS 141; ECON 141; ENGL 105; GBST 141; GEOG 102, 103; LGBT 101, 102; POLS 104, 105; SOC 101, 102, 120, 122; SPCH 110

Or select one course from this list.

Choose one of the following courses:

• ES 1231, African American History
• HIST 107, U S History to 1877
• HIST 108, US History from 1877 to the Present
• HIST 118, U S History to 1877
• HIST 119, History of California
• POLS 101, Introduction to Political Science
• POLS 103, American Government

Select one course from this list.

Taken together with HUSV 121, HUSV 120 is the capstone course of the Human Services (General) Certificate or degree. Provides students with supervised work experience in a social service or interpersonal helping agency or facility (2 units 120-150 hours) required. Permission of instructor is required if the student has not satisfactorily completed all other requirements in the degree or certificate prior to enrolling.

Provides students with a seminar format in which to discuss, analyze, and critically evaluate their fieldwork experience in local human services agencies as it relates to Human Services. Designed for the student who is enrolled in HUSV 120. 

Plus a minimum of 6 units selected from the following:

Choose one course each semester it is identified on the suggested course sequence.

Select one course from this list.

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:

ART 101, 105, 109, 170; DANC 101p; DRMA 103; ENGL 130, 131, 139, 140, 148; ECS 116; ES 105, 120; FASH 104; FILM 101, 102, 103, 108, 109; HIST 101, 102, 103, 120; HUM 101, 102, 103; MUS 104, 106; PHIL 121; SPAN 102, 103, 104, 105, 112

You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.

NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.

An introduction to a variety of aspects relating to human service helping professionals, including required education/training, certification/licensure, ethical/legal issues, motives, values, cultural sensitivity/competency, special populations, life transitions, transference/countertransference, boundary issues, stress, burnout, and self-care.

An introduction to basic concepts and skills of case management with diverse populations including cultural competence, ethics, intakes, assessment, case planning, referrals, implementation and documentation.

Introduction to counseling skills for the human services worker with applications to different work settings and diverse populations.

Examines family systems dynamics and intergenerational transmission of addiction, and the interacting effects of these phenomena with abuse and psychological trauma.

Training in basic crisis intervention skills and application of these skills to a wide range issues, situations, and settings including domestic abuse, suicide, sexual assault, addiction, post traumatic stress, and losses including deaths.

Provides individuals with skills for understanding and using internal and external resources to function effectively in our present and future society. Major topics include: effects of cultural forces and future trends on values, standards, and goals; skills for decision making, time, energy, stress, and conflict management; and techniques for improving self-understanding and interpersonal relationships in a culturally diverse society. Students who have received credit for more than three life management modules may not enroll in this course.

Taken together with HUSV 121, HUSV 120 is the capstone course of the Human Services (General) Certificate or degree. Provides students with supervised work experience in a social service or interpersonal helping agency or facility (2 units 120-150 hours) required. Permission of instructor is required if the student has not satisfactorily completed all other requirements in the degree or certificate prior to enrolling.

Provides students with a seminar format in which to discuss, analyze, and critically evaluate their fieldwork experience in local human services agencies as it relates to Human Services. Designed for the student who is enrolled in HUSV 120. 

Plus a minimum of 6 units selected from the following:

 Choose one course each semester it is identified on the suggested course sequence.

Plus a minimum of 6 units selected from the following:

Choose one course each semester it is identified on the suggested course sequence.

This course presents a non-confrontational communication approach, Motivational Interviewing, designed to facilitate change in people who suffer from substance use, mental health, medical health, and lifestyle problems. The course presents theory and provides opportunities to practice evidence-based communication skills.

An introduction to the practices of meditation, mindfulness, and stress reduction including their origins in both Western and non-Western cultures, and their physiological and psychological benefits.

An introduction to Emotional Intelligence - a set of abilities and skills concerned with perceiving and managing emotional states in oneself and others. The neurobiology of emotions, how emotional states "hijack" people's behavior, and the application of emotional intelligence in a variety of personal and interpersonal situations are emphasized. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for PSY 127.

An introduction to the psychological study of the positive, adaptive, creative, and emotionally fulfilling elements of human behavior and the factors that contribute to people being happy, productive, and well adjusted. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for PSY 128.