Human Services (HSG)
All HSG, HUS, and SUB courses numbered 100 and above may be applied to the major field and elective requirement for the Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degrees.
HSG 106 Experiential Learning in Human Svcs (1-3)(1,0)
(1-3, 0) This course is designed to promote growth and development as a professional in the area of Human Services that the student is studying. The student will participate in a variety of workshops, conferences, meetings, and/or service-learning opportunities as agreed upon by the instructor and the student. Verification and reflection of learning will be assessed by the instructor. This course will be taught as an independent study.(1.2) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Not Available NOTE: This course is offered concurrently as SUB 106. The student must decide whether to earn credits for Human Services Generalist (HSG) or Substance Abuse (SUB) prior to enrolling.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $444 (effective 2026/27 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
Semester(s) Offered: Fall and Spring
HSG 125 Special Populations (3)(3,0)
This course will address special populations in substance abuse and mental health treatment. Special populations will be identified and issues regarding addiction and mental health; engagement strategies; treatment planning; and client and community education strategies will be discussed. Methods to gain cultural competence and to become a lifelong learner will be addressed. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $444 (effective 2026/27 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: None
Semester(s) Offered: Fall and Spring
HSG 150 Interpersonal Violence (3)(3,0)
This course is an overview of interpersonal, domestic violence. The course examines the history of the interpersonal violence, current statistics, legislation, and cultural norms related to the issue. The course explores gender roles, family impact and the effect on children. The cycle of violence and power and control issues will be explored. This course emphasizes working with interpersonal violence through exploration of treatment options, empathetic responses and advocacy. Students completing this course with a C or higher will earn a 40 hour training certificate in Domestic Violence. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Not Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $444 (effective 2026/27 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: None
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
HSG 201 Field Experience I & Seminar (3)(0,10)
Training is a supervised opportunity for the student to have first-hand experience in an institutional setting that meets his/her area of interest. In this setting, it is expected that the student will develop proficiency and display the skills required to perform adequately on-the-job. (1.2) NOTE: One hundred fifty (150) hours of field work is required for this first experience, as well as weekly class sessions with instructor. Proficiency Credit Available (2 EI) Pass/No Credit Not Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $444 (effective 2026/27 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in HUS 102, HUS 110, HUS 200, HUS 205 or consent of instructor
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring and Summer
HSG 202 Field Experience II & Seminar (3)(0,10)
Training is a supervised opportunity for the student to have firsthand experience in an institutional setting that meets his/her area of interest. In this setting, it is expected that the student will develop proficiency and display the skills required to perform adequately on the job.(1.2) NOTE: One hundred fifty (150) hours of field work is required for this second experience, as well as weekly class sessions with the instructor. Proficiency Credit Available (2 EIS) Pass/No Credit Not Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $444 (effective 2026/27 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: C or better in HSG 201
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring and Summer
HSG 210 Working With Families (3)(3,0)
This course is a course for human service students interested in learning theories of family functioning, and intervention approaches. Emphasis is placed on the integration of theory and practice. The course is designed so that students understand capacities, limitations, and strengths of clients, and families. The course provides the student with an understanding of human service delivery systems. The course also focuses on effective communication skills, client and professional relationship, and ethical practice. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Not Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $444 (effective 2026/27 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: None
Semester(s) Offered: Fall and Spring
HSG 215 Substance Abuse & Treatment (3)(3,0)
This course will introduce the student to the nature and extent of substance abuse. Clinical manifestations and methods of treatment will be discussed. Concepts and resources in helping the substance abuser and his/her social environment will be included.(1.2) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Not Available NOTE: This course is offered concurrently as SUB 215. The student must decide whether to earn credits in Human Services Generalist (HSG) or Substance Abuse Counseling (SUB) prior to enrolling.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $444 (effective 2026/27 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: **This course will be withdrawn effective Summer 2026** Prerequisite: None
Semester(s) Offered: Fall and Spring
HSG 217 Intimate Relations (3)(3,0)
This course provides an overview of intimate relations across the lifespan, including: relationship to self, friendships, siblings, dating, marriage, sexuality and relationship endings. The science of intimacy is utilized to explore relationship development, communication, relationship processes, communication, diversity in relationships, and cultural and contextual variations in relationships. Experiential learning is used to promote application of course concepts to the real world. (1.1) Proficiency Credit: Not Available Pass/No Credit: Not Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $444 (effective 2026/27 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: None
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring and Summer
HSG 253 Topics in Human Services (1-3)(1,0)
(1-3, 0) This course is designed to meet the demands of a rapidly changing Human Services field. This course is repeatable 3 times. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2 IE) Pass/No Credit Not Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $444 (effective 2026/27 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: None
Semester(s) Offered: Varies