The main objective of this course is to provide a comprehensive introduction to the field of Human Services. Students will learn the theory, knowledge, attitudes, values, and skills needed to become a Human Services professional. The course will examine the needs of vulnerable populations and the role of human service agencies to address those needs including their organization, service delivery system, staffing patterns, and funding sources. This explores the origin and development of the social welfare system as well as social welfare policy. Prerequisite(s): None

This course provides a broad overview of sociology and how it applies to everyday life. The overall goal of the course is to introduce perspective in order to ask and answer questions about our social world. Major theoretical perspectives and basic concepts are presented including the sociological imagination, culture, deviance, inequality, social change and social structure. Students will also explore the influence of social class and social institutions, such as the economy and work, religion, and the family as well as the impact of race, ethnicity, gender, and age. Prerequisite(s): None

A broad overview of the major individuals and their particular contributions to the field of psychology are presented. Basic physiological information and its relevance to the study of psychology are presented. Major divisions of psychology and their unique contributions to the understanding of human mental and behavioral processes constitute the major portion of this course. Prerequisite(s): None

An introduction to the major concepts of human anatomy and physiology. This course provides an overall account of the interrelationships of structure and function in the human body. Prerequisite(s): None It is recommended that this course be taken concurrently with BIO 103L when both courses are required by the program.

This course will introduce students to the nation’s public health systems including an overview of the core functions of Public Health and the 10 essential public health services. Students will examine a variety of strategies to promote health, prevent disease and prolong life among populations and communities, including behavioral, population and policy change, mass media approaches, and community-based interventions. Prerequisite(s): None

This is a writing course which helps students develop and express ideas through various expository models applying standard rules of usage. Emphasis is also placed on the research process and critical reading. Prerequisite(s): ENG 095 or Placement

The focus of this course is to increase students’ cross-cultural awareness, knowledge, and skills in the assessment and provision of health and human services to diverse populations. Students will learn how to integrate culturally appropriate models tailored to the needs of diverse audiences. The interaction of race, culture, assumptions, myths, beliefs in the provision of human services will be examined. Prerequisite(s): None

This course is a continuation of English 101, stressing critical thinking and advanced writing strategies. Students continue developing writing processes pertaining to topic selection and development, revision, organization, editing, and collaborative writing. The class places special emphasis on generating longer texts, reading critically, and developing research skills. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101

This course introduces students to the assessment of community education needs and the development, promotion, implementation and evaluation of community education programs. Prerequisite(s): None

This course provides a foundation in health services administration. The course introduces students to the structure, organization, finance, and functions in health care systems including the examination of public and private health institutions. Management principles, leadership approaches and conflict resolutions are examined. Prerequisite(s): None

This course introduces the student to the use of microcomputers including features and techniques of graphical user interfaces, word processing, spreadsheets, databases and graphical presentations. Prerequisite(s): None

This college level mathematics course includes the following concepts: simplifying algebraic expressions, solving equations and inequalities, graphing linear equations and inequalities, calculating slope and finding equations of lines, factoring and solving quadratic equations. Prerequisite(s): MTH 095 or placement

Since the allied health profession is an important member of the medical team and their awareness of multiple legal and ethical issues are critical in today’s healthcare environment, this course explores information relating to medical law and ethics. This course is designed to assist the healthcare professional in better understanding the legal and ethical obligations to patients, healthcare providers and healthcare employers. Topics in medical law, medical ethics, and bioethics are discussed. Scope of practice, state and federal legislation, and state and federal licensing and certification requirements are covered in this course. Prerequisite(s): None

This course is designed to help the students develop skills in critical thinking, study and testing techniques, time and stress management, and library research. Prerequisite(s): None

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A study of the principles of growth and development covering the life span from infancy to late adulthood. The course focuses on the physical, social, and intellectual development of the individual. Prerequisite(s): None

Elective classes are selected in consultation with the student's advisor to balance the program in keeping with the student's personal objectives. Any elective courses must be designated as designed for transfer.