NWTC College Program Guide 2022-2023 | Page 249

Printed : 12 / 15 / 2021 Academic Year 2022-2023
Program Code 105203
This program trains people to provide education , support , care , advocacy , and / or crisis intervention in a human service agency . Learners acquire the skills needed to work with individuals , groups , and communities . Key components of this degree include cultural awareness and an understanding of diverse cultural groups , a responsible attitude , commitment to serve others , and effective communication skills . 9 courses from the Substance Use Disorders Counseling technical diploma may be applied toward this program . For information call ( 920 ) 498- 5444 or toll free ( 888 ) 385-6982 .
Curriculum : Students following the study plan below will complete the Human Services Associate program in the number of semesters shown .
First Semester
10-890-101 College 101 10-520-101 Introduction to Human Services 10-550-206 Intro to Interview & Counsel . 10-801-136 English Composition 1 10-550-201 Understanding Substance Use 10-520-103 Emotional Intelligence Semester Total
1 3 3 3 3 2 15
Second Semester
FT Median Annual Wage
This program is offered at : Green Bay Marinette �
With 50 % Employed in Field
9 courses from the following technical diploma ( s ) apply toward this associate degree :
Substance Abuse Counselor Education , 315501
4 courses from the following certi�cate ( s ) apply toward this associate degree :
Substance Abuse Specialty , 905502
10-550-204 Group Facilitation 10-550-210 Boundaries Ethics Helping Prof 10-809-198 Intro to Psychology 10-550-203 Overview of Mental Health Dis 10-550-202 Foundations of Case Management Semester Total
Third Semester
10-809-188 Developmental Psychology 10-550-209 Family Systems 10-520-151 Internship 1 10-544-205 GERO : Alzheimer ' s & Dementia 10-520-141 Issues in Child Maltreatment 10-801-196 Oral / Interpersonal Comm Semester Total
3 3 3 3 3 15
3 3 3 2 3 3 17
Fourth Semester
Completed application
To be admitted to this program , learners must achieve a prior cumulative high school or college grade point average of 2.6 or higher OR a satisfactory academic skills assessment score . College grade point average must be based on 15 credits or more . To learn more about starting this program , please contact an admissions advisor at ( 920 ) 498-5444 or ( 888 ) 385-6982 .
10-520-104 Advocacy of Special Population 10-520-152 Internship 2 10-809-172 Intro to Diversity Studies 10-520-191 Motivational Interviewing 10-806-189 Basic Anatomy
10-804-134 Mathematical Reasoning Semester Total
-OR-
3 3 3 3 3
3 15
A current criminal background check must be on �le before starting internships . A record of speci�ed criminal offenses may bar or restrict an individual from course work involving a clinical / practicum / internship experience licensure and / or future employment in this occupation . If information indicates that you have been convicted of a crime or have charges pending , you must speak with a program faculty member .
Total Credits
62
Curriculum Note : Students must earn a " C " or higher in all 10-520-XXX and 10-550-XXX courses . A student who withdraws or receives a grade lower than a " C " may retake the course .
Model a commitment to cultural competence . Uphold the ethical standards and values for human service professionals . Demonstrate professionalism . Utilize community resources . Apply human services interventions and best practices . Cultivate professional relationships .
Admitted students may be invited to attend the Human Services program orientation ; attendance is strongly recommended .
Internships are required as part of the program . These may be unpaid . Please work with your program faculty to establish Internship 1 and 2 sites . Internships may be during the summer semester .
Health care facilities participating in internships require students to complete a health history with examination and recommendation from a physical including documentation regarding immunity status for rubella ( measles ), varicella ( chickenpox ), and mumps prior to the start of �eld experiences . Also , a negative PPD ( TB skin test ) must be documented within the 3 months prior to beginning any �eld experiences . If a positive PD is noted , the student will need to provide documentation and certi�cation by a licensed physician that he / she is not a health risk to vulnerable third parties .
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