- 103 Group Process
- 123 Introduction to Counseling and Interviewing
- 170 Helping Techniques I
- 190 Human Service Practicum I
- 201 Helping Techniques II
- 207 Human Service Practicum II
- 210 Human Service Practicum III
- 230 Human Service Clinical Skills Capstone
- 297 Addictions Internship for Licensure
- 298 Special Topics in Human Service
- 299 Independent Study
3 credit hours
Students practice skills needed to lead task, education, growth, support, and therapeutic
groups and also complete a team-based advocacy project with clients at a local agency.
An experiential lab focuses on personal goal setting, group dynamics, stages of group
development, and basic group work skills. Self-awareness regarding interpersonal style
and communication patterns is developed and mind/body skills applied to personal renewal
and professional practice.
In order to successfully pass this course, student must achieve a grade of "C" or
better.
Prerequisite: Sociology 104 and approval of Human Service Admissions Committee.
3 credit hours
Students are introduced to basic counseling, case management, ethical decision-making,
and cultural competency skills. Role plays and case study lab application are used
to practice the active listening skills, genuineness, empathy, and unconditional positive
regard required for building a therapeutic relationship. Simulation sessions will
focus on skills needed for telehealth and students will practice online role play
using the Theravue Simulation Program. Self-reflection on professional practice is
used to enhance personal development.
In order to successfully pass this course, student must achieve a grade of "C" or
better.
Prerequisite: Sociology 104 and approval of Human Service Admissions Committee.
3 credit hours
Students are introduced to therapeutic approaches used in the helping field. The approaches
include Adlerian Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Reality Therapy,
Behavior Therapy, and Cognitive-Behavior. Laboratory sessions focus on developing
skills in Solution Focused therapy, case management practice, and ethical decision-making.
Simulation sessions will focus on skills needed for telehealth and students will practice
online role play using the Theravue Simulation Program.
In order to successfully pass this course, student must achieve a grade of "C" or
better.
Prerequisite: Human Service 103 and 123.
4 credit hours
The focus of this Clinical Simulation course is on preparing students for fieldwork
and the workforce. Students will participate in 3 hours of lecture and 2 hours of
clinical simulation. Course work will include case management, stages of change, self-care,
professionalism, work ethic, utilizing field work supervision, and client advocacy.
Clinical simulation will involve appropriate documentation, case study analysis, mock
interviews, supervisor/intern role plays, and team building exercises.
In order to successfully pass this course, student must achieve a grade of "C" or
better.
Prerequisite: Human Service 103 and 123.
3 credit hours
Students practice advanced helping techniques including Cognitive Behavior Therapy
and Motivational Interviewing, Addiction Counselor competencies, the twelve core functions
of addictions counseling, and Mindfulness practice. Case Management skills in resource
coordination and advanced ethical decision-making skills are acquired. Simulation
sessions will focus on skills needed for telehealth and students will practice online
role play using the Theravue Simulation Program.
In order to successfully pass this course, student must achieve a grade of "C" or
better.
Prerequisite: Human Service 170 and 190.
5 credit hours
Students practice skills in basic crisis intervention with specific emphasis on the
application of mind/body skills and brain science to crisis situations. Basic concepts
in trauma informed care are introduced. Knowledge of specific service populations
(battered women, suicide victims, bereaved individuals, victims of sexual assault
and others) is acquired. Case management skills in assessment, documentation, and
service planning are applied to a case study and to client record keeping and political
action strategies for social change are examined. In preparation for graduation, future
career directions that build on the human service degree are explored. Students complete
a semester of fieldwork at one placement site supervised by the cooperating agency,
institution, or school.
In order to successfully pass this course, student must achieve a grade of "C" or
better.
Prerequisite: Human Service 170 and 190.
5 credit hours
Working in groups, students complete a capstone project on a social and political
action issue which demonstrates competencies acquired in group work, nonviolent communication,
leadership, civic engagement, workforce wellness, advocacy, and oral/written communication.
Students learn and practice skills in program planning and community organization
as well as complete a career-planning unit in preparation for employment. Students
complete a semester of fieldwork at one placement site supervised by the cooperating
agency, institution, or school.
In order to successfully pass this course, student must achieve a grade of "C" or
better.
Prerequisite: Human Service 201 and 207.
3 credit hours
This is the Capstone Clinical course for the Human Service Program. Application of
knowledge in mind/body medicine and health psychology to human service practice skills
acquired over the previous three semesters is demonstrated within a group work model
where advanced skills in group counseling are practiced. Experiential learning, lecture,
and a Clinical Capstone Case Study are the primary teaching learning approaches.
Prerequisite: Human Service 201 and 207.
1-6 credit hours
In order to successfully pass this course, student must achieve a grade of "C" or
better.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in or completion of an approved Maryland Addictions Licensing Board Associates or Bachelor’s Degree program and written approval of an addictions services employer who is willing to provide a field placement and supervision for the student. Instructor consent required.
1-4 credit hours
This course is designed to address a range of topics and emerging areas of evidence-based
best practices in the field of human service. The format and credits offered vary
depending on the course content.
In order to successfully pass this course, student must achieve a grade of "C" or
better.
Prerequisite: Instructor consent required.
1-4 credit hours
This course is designed to allow students in the Clinical Phase of the Human Service
Program the opportunity to pursue advanced study or research on topics of individual
interest related to the helping professions. Approval by the Human Service Program
Coordinator to pursue Independent Study Program is required. This course may be repeated
for credit (up to a maximum of 8 credits), based upon approval of the Human Service
Coordinator.
In order to successfully pass this course, student must achieve a grade of "C" or
better.