Human Development
14 courses · El Camino College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Winter 2027 · Spring 2027
HDEV 101 Orientation to College and Educational Planning
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture
- Advisory
- ENGL 84 or ESL 52B and ENGL A or ESL 53C
- Formerly
- Human Development 8
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides students with the information, skills, and resources necessary for successful educational experiences. Students will become aware of their responsibilities as students in a diverse college setting, develop an understanding of their individual learning styles, create realistic and obtainable educational and career goals, develop skills in managing time to achieve goals, and learn how to create a support network using college resources and services.
HDEV 105 Career and Life Planning
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture
- Advisory
- Eligibility for English 1A/English C1000 or equivalent
- Formerly
- Human Development 5
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides an introduction to career and life planning, including an exploration of core values, skills, personality traits, life stages and experiences. Students will develop a career and life plan by applying career planning techniques and decision-making strategies. Emphasis will be placed on awareness of psychological, sociological, and physiological factors related to career and life.
HDEV 107 Navigating the Transfer Process
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture
- Advisory
- ENGL 84 or ESL 52B and ENGL A or ESL 53C
- Formerly
- Human Development 20
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course introduces students to the process of transferring to a university. Students will be provided with information necessary to evaluate educational and career goals, compare universities, and review university admissions and major preparation requirements. Emphasis will be placed on the development of educational plans, financial aid opportunities, and available programs and services at universities.
HDEV 110 Learning and Development in College and Career
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- Eligibility for English 1A
- Formerly
- Human Development 10
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course provides an exploration of cognitive, psychological, social and physical factors influencing human behavior. Students will be introduced to psychological theories, research, and behavioral science principles used to understand individual behavior as it relates to achievement and fulfillment in higher education and careers. Topics include learning theory, higher education outcomes, critical thinking, motivation, self-efficacy, health and wellness, and interpersonal communication in a diverse world.
HDEV 110H Honors Learning and Development in College and Career
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- Eligibility for English 1A
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This honors course, intended for students in the Honors Transfer Program, provides an exploration of cognitive, psychological, social and physical factors influencing human behavior. Students will be introduced to psychological theories, research, and behavioral science principles used to understand individual behavior as it relates to achievement and fulfillment in higher education and careers. Topics include learning theory, higher education outcomes, critical thinking, motivation, self-efficacy, health and wellness, and interpersonal communication in a diverse world. This course is enriched through extensive, rigorous reading, writing, and research assignments. Note: Students may take either Human Development 110H or Human Development 110. Duplicate credit will not be awarded.
HDEV 115 Career Development Across the Lifespan
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- Eligibility for English 1A/English C1000 or equivalent
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course offers a comprehensive approach to career development across the lifespan. Theories of career and life development provide a framework for understanding vocational choice, work satisfaction, and career transition. Topics include psychological and sociological factors influencing education, career and personal decision-making, resources and assessment tools related to college majors and careers, and the knowledge, skills and personal qualities necessary for success in a diverse workplace. The course also reviews changing global environments, labor market trends, career research, and job search strategies.
HDEV 120 Service Learning for Social Problems
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- Eligibility for English C1000 or equivalent
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course applies experiential learning theories, concepts, and perspectives to the study of social problems in contemporary society. Through service learning, students will integrate meaningful service, enhanced academic learning, and purposeful community engagement. Students will apply course content to fieldwork placements in local, community-based organizations that address contemporary social problems related to poverty, inequality, education, health, aging, and environmental change, and the humane treatment of animals. The principles and theoretical foundations of service learning will be applied through fieldwork, empirical data, and current research in the behavioral sciences.
HDEV 130 The Science of Happiness
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- Eligibility for English 1A
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course provides an introduction to the science of happiness and examines research, theory, and practices related to personal fulfillment, human relationships, social functioning, and neuroplastic changes that can help people live happier, healthier, and more successful lives. Topics include biological and physiological determinants of happiness, the measurement of happiness, bi-directional relationships between physical health and positive affect, and roles of neuroanatomical structures, positive emotions, meaning and engagement, accomplishment, resilience, and motivation in happiness. Students will learn research-based happiness practices.
HDEV 500 Introduction to College Success and Educational Planning
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture
- Formerly
- NHDV 101
This noncredit course provides an introduction to the information, skills, and resources necessary for successful educational experiences. Topics include orientation to college, personal qualities for success, college readiness, approaches to learning, educational and career goal-setting, study skills, time management, support networks, and resources for diverse educational settings.
HDEV 504 Introduction to Career and Life Planning
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture
- Advisory
- Eligibility for English 1A/English C1000 or equivalent
- Formerly
- NHDV 105
This noncredit course introduces students to career and life planning. Students will assess their work values, skills, interests, strengths, and personality traits to better understand their potential career paths. Topics covered include exploring career options in diverse settings, educational opportunities, effective decision-making strategies, and techniques for successful job searching. The course introduces students to the tools and knowledge needed to create career and life plans, while considering personal goals and values.
HDEV 506 Introduction to Navigating the Transfer Process
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture
- Formerly
- NHDV 107
This noncredit course introduces students to practical guidance and essential information for transferring to a university. The course provides an overview for navigating the transfer process, including exploring and evaluating transfer options, creating an educational plan, and understanding the necessary steps for a successful transfer. Topics covered will include university admissions requirements, the application process, financial aid opportunities, housing options, and available support services.
HDEV 510 College Success and Educational Planning Series
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture
This noncredit, open entry/open exit course provides students with information, skills, and resources necessary for successful educational experiences. Topics include orientation to college, college readiness, student responsibility in a diverse college setting, learning styles and lifelong learning, goal setting for college and career, educational planning, study skills, time management, support networks, and college resources.
HDEV 511 Financial Aid Planning for College and University Success
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 0.33 hours lecture
This noncredit, open entry/open exit course introduces students to the financial aid process and the many resources available to help them reach their educational goals. Students will examine federal and state aid programs, learn about eligibility and Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), strengthen financial literacy skills and identify strategies for academic success. The course also covers student rights and responsibilities and campus support networks. By the end of the course, students will create a college financial plan aligned with their academic goals and objectives.
HDEV 595 Introduction to Work Experience
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- hours to be arranged
This noncredit, open entry/open exit work experience course is designed to prepare working students for their future careers by integrating academic and on-the-job learning experiences. Experience supports students' educational and occupational goals, including developing career awareness, learning the elements of workplace culture, and developing professional networks in career fields. In collaboration with the instructor, each student will select learning outcomes to facilitate the successful development of job-specific skills, enhance workplace soft skills, and strengthen career development. Students must be employed (either in a paid or volunteer capacity) to enroll in this course. The work experience need not be related to the students' educational or career goals.