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HSV113 — Introduction to Human Services

3 credits · 3 hours

Add to HCC Favorites An orientation to human services and social work. Particular emphasis on diversity and culture, populations served, social problems, ethics, values, and personal attitudes. Provides an emphasis on career and professional identity and explores interventions in various local and global practice settings. Also includes a history of human services and the field of social work, an overview of the American human services and social work systems, and an introduction to local social service agencies. Relevant for those entering the fields of direct care support services and advocacy, as well as community health workers. There is a required 20-hour Community Service Learning component. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Offerings. Click here for the Spring 2027 Class Offerings.

Prerequisites: ENG101

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