Human Services, A.A.S.

Make a difference in Human Services. Learn to help others in need. Start your meaningful career with us.

About the Program

  • Dedicate your career to a noble calling: serving and enhancing the lives of others.
  • Gain essential knowledge, skills, and values to help people facing personal and social challenges during your time at TCC.
  • Prepare for a career that involves assessing needs and providing appropriate support and interventions.
  • Get hands-on experience with community agencies and diverse populations to build a strong foundation for your future employment in the field.
  • In this program, you'll study Principles of Human Services, Basic Counseling Skills, Chemical Dependency and Treatment, Lifespan Development, Human Services Applications/Case Management, Crisis Intervention, and an Internship to gain practical experience.
  • Graduates of this program go on to work in various social service roles including Case Manager, Social Work Assistant, Peer Recovery Specialist, Community Outreach Worker, Life Skills Coach, Crisis Intervention Worker, Intake Worker, Family Support Staff, Direct Support Professional, Residential Counselor, and Juvenile Specialist.

Program Details

Discover the Human Services A.A.S. program. Gain essential skills to support individuals and communities.

After successfully completing this program, you will have the ability to:

  • Integrate human services principles to human services work.
  • Explain the role of diversity in determining and meeting needs of at-risk individuals.
  • Explain attitudes, skills, and knowledge necessary for beginning competence in human service intervention.
  • Document the practice of professional skills in the human services field.

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“I always knew I wanted to do this. I knew I was smart enough to finish college, but there were obstacles in the way,” Terry said. “I say, if it’s a dream, go for it. You are never too old to learn.”

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