# Human Services (Associate in Science)

Chabot College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Psychology-Counseling

Source: https://chabot.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/4077/4078/6084/6124/6145

#### Description

An introduction to the theories and skills needed for entry-level work in a social services setting. Sociological, psychological, and multicultural theories will be addressed to provide a foundation for student self-reflection and the application of theory for human services work. This program is designed to provide entry-level skills to work in human service positions and/or provide an applied foundation for further education in a variety of areas, including (but not limited to) counseling, psychology, social work, social justice work, health care.

#### Program Learning Outcomes

Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

1.  demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity needed to respectfully serve the diverse service population.:
2.  provide an overview of the field of human and social services in both the public and private sector.
3.  demonstrate an increase in self-awareness, the ability to implement boundaries and the ability to make ethical decisions.
4.  demonstrate the ability to assess the needs of clients and provide appropriate referral for them.

#### Program Requirements

SUBJECT #

TITLE

UNITS

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PSCN 1 | Introduction to Psychology-Counseling in a Multicultural Environment | 3 |
| PSCN 2 | Introduction to Case Management for Human Services | 3 |
| PSCN 5 | Introduction to Social Work and Human Services | 3 |
| PSCN 95 | Social Work and Human Services Fieldwork | 1-4 |
| PSCN 96 | Social Work and Human Services Seminar | 1 |
| PSCN 11 | Interpersonal Relationships | 2 |
| PSCN 12 | Self-Esteem For Success | 2 |
| PSCN 30 | Life Transitions | 3 |
| PSCN 10 | Career and Educational Planning | 2 |
| PSCN 20 | The College Experience | 2 |
| PSCN 15 | College Study Skills | 2 |
| PSCN 23 | Creating Success in College and Life | 3 |
| PSCN 3 | Drugs, Health and Society | 3 |
| PSCN 4 | Multiethnic/Cultural Communication | 3 |
| PSCN 13 | Multicultural Issues in Contemporary America | 3 |
| PSYC C1000 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| SOCI 1 | Principles of Sociology | 3 |
| **Total** | | **60** |

#### Other Information

Discipline: Social Sciences, Humanities & Education

Program Control Number: 16618

TOP Code: 210400 - Human Services

CIP Code: 44.0701 - Social Work