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Human Services Associate

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We live in challenging times. From political unrest and natural disasters to unemployment and homelessness, the difficulties and demands of these situations affect individuals and families both locally and around the world.

With an associate degree in Human Services from Blackhawk, you can become an advocate for the individuals and communities that are facing such issues and help change the world. Blackhawk's Human Services Associate program provides a comprehensive range of training geared towards social agencies, counseling centers, educational institutions, or correctional facilities. The curriculum combines the fundamentals of psychology, stress management, conflict management, and social problems with specialized study opportunities and real-world training. Plus, if your goal is to continue on to a bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling or other related fields, our Human Services associate’s degree program is an excellent foundation for you.

Tuition & Potential Earnings

Estimated Tuition Cost

$9,556

Paying For College

Median Wage

$53,200

Based on Lightcast Occupational Employment Statistics

Academic Plan

Introduction to Human Services
Community Resources and Services
Introduction to Gerontology
English Composition 1
Mathematical Reasoning or Intermediate Algebra with Applications

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Interviewing Principles & Documentation
Racial and Cultural Diversity in Human Services
Intro to Addiction and Substance Abuse Disorders
People with Disabilities
Speech

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Professional Practices in Human Services
Field Experience / Human Services 1
Children and Family Services
Group Facilitation
Introduction to Psychology

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Field Experience / Human Services 2
Human Services Organizational Operations
Rehabilitation Services
Victimology
Introduction to Sociology

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Flexible Learning Options

Many courses at Blackhawk are offered in one or more of these formats:

In-Person
Live Online (synchronous)
Online Anytime (asynchronous)
FlexLab (in-person when it fits your schedule)

For some courses, we offer a MyEdChoice option, allowing you to choose how to attend each class session. You can switch between online and in-person formats from week to week or even day to day, depending on your needs and schedule. More Information