Career Studies Certificates
Degree
Career Studies Certificate in Human Services - Mental Health
Length
This career studies certificate is a one semester certificate.
Purpose
The Mental Health Career Studies Certificate provides students with the foundation classes to explore a career in helping individuals who suffer from mental health issues.
Occupational Objectives
Positions in the mental health human services fields include social service assistants and counselor assistants. Social service assistants work under the supervision of social workers or psychologists to assist clients with mental illness find services and support. Mental health counselor assistants work under the supervision of mental health professionals in providing supports and intervention sot those with a mental illness.
Requirements
Admission to the Career Studies Certificate program is based upon the general requirements for admission to the college.
First Semester
| Course # | Course Title | Lect. Hrs. | Lab Hrs. | Credits | Transfer |
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| HMS 100 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
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| HMS 161 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| HMS 162 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
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| HMS 190 | 0 | 9 | 3 | ||
| MEN 110 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
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| MEN 121 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
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| Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester | 15 | 9 | 18 | ||