The introduction to human services course focuses on examining a range of human problems as well as the systems and programs designed to help people address these problems. This course also focuses on the professional roles that individuals may assume as workers in the field of human services. As a part of the course requirement, students may be required to participate in a supervised field experience and seminar meeting that is conducted outside of the classroom.
The English composition course consists of two parts: the first part (English composition I) has an emphasis on expository writing within the fundamentals of writing and research. The coursework in this program includes a significant amount of research and focuses on the analysis, practice and discussion of writing that explores, argues and explains. The second part of English composition focuses on the continued development of the previously developed writing principles with an emphasis on the themes and applications of literature.
Abnormal psychology typically is taken during the second semester after students have completed the introduction to psychology in the first semester. This class focuses on the primary forms of emotional and mental disorders, emphasizing the symptoms, causes and courses of treatment. From this class, students develop a deeper understanding of normal behavior by examining exaggerated or distorted behavior.
Crisis handling, also referred to as crisis intervention, is a class that teaches students about the exploration of basic effective principles in crisis intervention. Some of the basics include providing psychological first aid treatment and conducting preliminary assessments. Prior to enrolling in this class, students are generally required to complete classes including introduction to human services, introduction to helping skills and process, and culturally sensitive human service practice.
The developmental psychology class teaches students about the psychological development and changes that occur throughout the life span. Students study child and adolescent development, as well as the influences that genetics and the environment have on physical, emotional, motor, social, personality and intellectual development. Adult issues are emphasized in this class when it comes to individual integrity, intimacy and career pursuit.