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HSE-110: Introduction to Human Services

This course introduces the human services field, including the history, agencies, roles, and careers. Topics include personal/professional characteristics, diverse populations, community resources, disciplines in the field, systems, ethical standards, and major theoretical and treatment approaches. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the knowledge, skills, and roles of the human services worker.
Pre-Requisites: Take HSE-135
Class Credits:  2
Lab Credits:  2
Clinic Credits:  0

HSE-112: Group Process I

This course introduces interpersonal concepts and group dynamics. Emphasis is placed on self-awareness facilitated by experiential learning in small groups with analysis of personal experiences and the behavior of others. Upon completion, students should be able to show competence in identifying and explaining how people are influenced by their interactions in group settings.
Pre-Requisites: Take one: DRE-098, ENG-002 or ENG-025
Class Credits:  1
Lab Credits:  2
Clinic Credits:  0

HSE-123: Interviewing Techniques for Human Services

This course covers the purpose, structure, focus, and techniques utilized in effective interviewing. Emphasis is placed on observing, attending, listening, responding, summarizing, and documenting with instructor supervision. Upon completion, students should be able to perform the basic interviewing skills needed to facilitate the helping relationship.
Pre-Requisites: Take ENG-002 or ENG-025 or ENG-111
Class Credits:  2
Lab Credits:  2
Clinic Credits:  0

HSE-125: Counseling

This course covers the major approaches to psychotherapy and counseling, including theory, characteristics, and techniques. Emphasis is placed on facilitation of self-exploration, problem solving, decision making, and personal growth. Upon completion, students should be able to understand various theories of counseling and demonstrate counseling techniques.
Pre-Requisites: Take one: DRE-098, ENG-002 or ENG-025 Take HSE-110
Class Credits:  2
Lab Credits:  2
Clinic Credits:  0

HSE-127: Conflict Resolution

This course introduces conflict resolution and mediation theory and practice. Emphasis is placed on exploring, evaluating, and negotiating solutions to conflict. Upon completion, students should be able to define compromise and demonstrate competence in facilitating resolution.
Pre-Requisites: Take ENG-002 or ENG-025 or ENG-111
Class Credits:  2
Lab Credits:  2
Clinic Credits:  0

HSE-135: Orientation Lab I

This course is designed to promote professional, program, and personal identification with the human services field. Emphasis is placed on interpersonal communication, verbal and non-verbal interactions, and team building. Upon completion, students should be able to identify with the human services profession and demonstrate basic team-building skills.
Pre-Requisites: Take HSE-110
Class Credits:  0
Lab Credits:  2
Clinic Credits:  0

HSE-160: HSE Clinical Supervision I

This course provides an opportunity to discuss clinical experiences with peers and faculty. Emphasis is placed on discussing application of concepts and principles from related course content to clinical placement. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required in human services clinical experiences.
Pre-Requisites: Take One: HSE-161, HSE-162, HSE-163, or HSE-164
Class Credits:  1
Lab Credits:  0
Clinic Credits:  0

HSE-162: HSE Clinical Experience I

This course provides supervised clinical experience in human services delivery agencies. Emphasis is placed on the application and practice of concepts, principles, knowledge, and skills from related course work. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate and apply skills, knowledge, and values from human services classes.
Pre-Requisites: Take HSE-160
Class Credits:  0
Lab Credits:  0
Clinic Credits:  6

HSE-210: Diversity, Ethics, and Trends in Human Services

This course is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the role of diversity and ethical considerations within the human services profession. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge and skills in the evolving landscape of human services. Upon completion, students should be able to apply ethical decision-making, demonstrate an understanding of diverse perspectives, and identify current trends in the human services field.
Pre-Requisites: Take ENG-002 or ENG-025 or ENG-111
Class Credits:  3
Lab Credits:  0
Clinic Credits:  0

HSE-212: Group Dynamics

This course introduces the concepts of group processes and group dynamics. Emphasis is placed on essential tools for understanding, participating in, and contributing to group processes. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and explain how people are influenced by their interactions in group settings and facilitate various groups.
Pre-Requisites: Take ENG-002 or ENG-025 or ENG-111
Class Credits:  3
Lab Credits:  0
Clinic Credits:  0

HSE-220: Case Management

This course covers a variety of tasks associated with professional case management. Topics include needs assessment, service planning, referral procedures, documentation, follow-up, and integration of services. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively manage the care of the whole person from initial contact through termination of services.
Pre-Requisites: Take ENG-002 or ENG-025 or ENG-111
Class Credits:  2
Lab Credits:  2
Clinic Credits:  0

HSE-223: Counseling Theories & Skills

This course provides an in-depth exploration of foundational theories and practical techniques essential for those working in diverse human services settings. Emphasis is placed on self-awareness, problem-solving, decision-making, and personal growth. Upon completion, students should be able to apply these theories to real-life scenarios, and develop professional skills crucial for fostering supportive relationships in various settings.
Pre-Requisites: Take ENG-002 or ENG-025 or ENG-111
Class Credits:  3
Lab Credits:  0
Clinic Credits:  0

HSE-225: Crisis and Intervention Principles

This course introduces the types of crises and the principles of intervention. Emphasis is placed on identifying culturally competent techniques for intervening in various crisis situations. Upon completion, students should be able to assess crisis situations and respond effectively.
Pre-Requisites: Take ENG-002 or ENG-025 or ENG-111
Class Credits:  3
Lab Credits:  0
Clinic Credits:  0

HSE-251: Activities Planning

This course introduces skills and techniques used in recreation and leisure activities to enhance the lives of special populations. Emphasis is placed on music, art, and recreational activities. Upon completion, students should be able to define, plan, and adapt recreational activities for selected groups and individuals to maintain quality of life.
Pre-Requisites: Take one: DRE-098, ENG-002 or ENG-025
Class Credits:  2
Lab Credits:  2
Clinic Credits:  0