# Homelessness Prevention Strategies (Certificate of Performance)

San Diego City College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Human Services

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### Summary

The Certificate of Performance in Homelessness Prevention Strategies provides students with a foundation in analysis of behavior and service systems. Students apply human service and social work theories through practice with individuals, groups, and communities. This program is designed for students interested in working in public and private organizations addressing homelessness, students majoring in social work, alcohol and other drug studies, psychology, or those interested in expanding their knowledge base to the helping professions.

Students pursuing employment in social work and/or are majoring in social work are recommended to complete Human Services 110 in addition to the course requirements. Because major preparation requirements vary at each transfer institution, courses used to complete the social work major should be selected with the assistance of a San Diego City College counselor.

**Award Notes:**
A Certificate of Performance is a departmental award that does not appear on the student’s transcript. All courses must be completed within the San Diego Community College District.
This program is not eligible for federal financial aid in accordance with Federal regulations.

**Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Homelessness Prevention Strategies Program will be able to:**

1.  Recognize, identify, assess, and address key concepts in aging (e.g., physical and mental health, exercise, nutrition, the normal aging process, etc.) affecting optimal aging and older adulthood functioning.
2.  Identify and compare the various public benefits available through local, state, federal, public assistance programs.
3.  Identify and make referral to appropriate services.
4.  Recognize and identify risk of caregiver stress, particularly in caring for individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s and other dementia.
5.  Make a report of an incident or suspected incident of an abuse/neglect of dependent adults and elders.

### Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **COURSES REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR:** | | 9 |
| HUMS 75 | Working with Homeless and At-Risk Populations | 2 |
| HUMS 95 | Public Assistance and Benefits Program | 1 |
| HUMS 120 | Introduction to Social Work | 3 |
| PSYC 161 | Introduction to Counseling | 3 |