Human Services (AA)

This program prepares students for a job as a substance abuse, hospice, case, psychiatric, or social services aide in settings such as schools, rehabilitation centers, and mental health clinics or as a staff member in a community/neighborhood center. The program provides skills students will need to work on a one-to-one basis or in groups to help people cope with problems. The program also prepares students to transfer to a bachelor's degree program where they will continue developing skills for a career in the field of social work. The program transfers to Eastern Michigan University and Madonna University.

Articulation

• Eastern Michigan University, BSW degree¹
• Madonna University, BSW degree²

¹

Students should meet with an EMU Department of Social Work advisor before applying for admission to EMU's program.

²

If transferring to Madonna University, follow the curricular guide for that university. See a program advisor for details.

Copies can be obtained from the Counseling Office, a program advisor, or from the Curriculum and Assessment Office Web site: http://www.wccnet.edu/learn/transfer-wcc-credits/articulation-agreements.php.

Continuing Eligibility Requirements

Faculty will review students' eligibility for the program on an ongoing basis.

1. Students must maintain satisfactory academic class performance, as evidenced by a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
2. Students must earn a "C" or better in all HSW courses.
3. To enroll in the Human Services field internships, students must have completed prerequisite courses with a "C" or better.
4. Students must maintain at least an 80% rate of attendance in class and in an internship placement.
5. Students must honor any agreement entered into with an agency serving as an internship site.
6. Students must maintain ethical behavior as defined in the National Organization for Human Service Education's "Ethical Standards of Human Services Professionals."
7. Students should be aware that internship sites might conduct background checks on applicants to determine if they have been convicted of a crime or are addicted to drugs or alcohol.

Minimum Credits Required for the Program: 60

¹

Consult with a program advisor if transferring to any institution other than EMU.

²

Transfer students should check with their selected school to confirm the math and/or credit requirements.

³

Select another course in a different discipline from the Humanities section of the MTA list. 

AAHUST Arts/Humanities Restricted Electives