Human Services

Associate of Applied Science in The human services degree program For Further Information Human Services includes a 120-hour supervised field Chris D. Fluckinger, Ph.D. experience at a local human services Director, Human Services Program The of a human services agency, where the student receives real BGSU Firelands College professional integrates both theory and world training to prepare for employment. One University Drive practice. Students are exposed to basic The two-year degree has been designed Huron, OH 44839 ideas and concepts in the classroom, and to be applied toward four-year degree 419-433-5560 ext. 2-0656 then have the opportunity to put those programs, including BGSU’s email: [email protected] ideas and concepts to practical use in program. actual work settings. The human services degree program is Debralee Divers, Director an excellent way to explore several of the Enrollment Management & Student Career Opportunities social sciences. It is also well suited to Retention Services students who want the security of earning 419-433-5560 ext. 2-0629 A human services professional is an agent a practical degree. email: [email protected] of change trained to help individuals cope with difficult situations using problem- Students pursuing the associate of applied Cheryl L. Chafee, Asst. Director solving skills and community resources science in human services degree program Admissions and Financial Aid to improve the person’s or family’s complete a minimum of 62 credit hours in 419-433-5560 ext. 2-0683 quality of life. Human services workers the following areas: email: [email protected] advocate change. They are trained as generalists, learning how to identify client Web site: www.firelands.bgsu.edu needs and develop connections with the Communications appropriate human services programs Varieties of Writing (3) and professionals that can address these Your University Opportunity concerns on an individual basis. BG Perspective BGSU Firelands, located in Huron, Ohio, is Introduction to Biology (4) a regional campus and one of the seven Human services graduates are employed in Introduction to Ethics (3) undergraduate colleges of Bowling Green entry-level positions in social and human General (4) State University. We offer many of the services agencies. Career opportunities Natural science elective (3/5) advantages and resources of a major exist in halfway houses and group Humanities elective (3) university, but in a smaller, more personal homes; correctional, mental retardation environment. and community centers; Basic Courses family, child and youth service agencies; Introduction to Statistics (3) Generally, students are able to complete alcoholism, drug abuse and family violence American Government (3) at least two years of coursework toward programs, and programs providing services Principles of (3) most of the 200-degree programs at BGSU for the elderly. before transferring to the main campus, or Professional Core to another college or university. Curriculum Intro to the Social Work Profession (3) BGSU Firelands offers students a wireless Interviewing/Observation (3) environment campus wide. Kiosks and Designed to provide a basic college Diversity, Oppression & (3) public-access computers located in most education, the human services Abnormal Psychology (3) campus buildings provide easy Internet curriculum is founded on the concept of (3) access. In addition, there are several on- critical thinking. Students will learn to Lifespan Development (3) campus computer labs with a variety of evaluate information or situations from Human Services Practicum (3) computers and software programs. different points of view and come to an Professional Electives (4 courses) independent, but reasoned conclusion. The library, containing more than 30,000 Select any PSYC or SOC course not The degree program also provides students volumes, is computer-linked to the more already specified, or any CRJU or GERO with basic practical human services skills, than 4 million items available through course. such as case management techniques. BGSU’s libraries to provide excellent Students complete courses in psychology, research opportunities. sociology and social work.

(OVER) Academic advisors work individually with students to plan their degree programs and small class sizes allow students to have close, personal contact with their professors. Free tutoring is readily available through the Teaching and Learning Center. Scholarships, grants and loans are available to assist students with tuition.

NOTE: Information in this guide is subject to change without notice. To learn more about the official program of study for Human Services, please check the undergraduate catalog online at www.bgsu.edu/catalog/FIR/FIR43.html

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