Serves as an overview of the historical development of the human services field. Introduces the philosophical framework and theoretical models as well as the interdisciplinary nature of the human services profession. Students will explore the roles, functions and future of the human services field, along with developing knowledge of community resources and policies developed to assist vulnerable communities.
Prerequisite(s):
Student background check
Corequisite(s):
None
Increases knowledge, personal awareness, and skills relative to diversity within the contemporary world population. Addresses the scope of conditions that promote or inhibit human functioning, including causes of systemic poverty and its implications. The course will examine historical and current experiences of diverse groups, including a focus on gender, race, ethnicity and national origin, social class, religion, sexual orientation, age, and abilities. Issues examined are related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Assists the Human Services student to advocate and understand the interests, ethical dilemmas, and potential ethical violation(s) issues of our client/consumer (and the Human Services Professional) populations, i.e. children, teen/youths, adults, elderly, and other. This course will look into the rights of our client populations/systems from a Generalist Human Services approach, the rights of our society in the legal system and the mental health system that we sometimes work within. This course reviews the roles and responsibilities of our clients/consumers and our responsibility to them, the conditions that we have to work inside of, and potential violations that can happen in the field.
Prerequisite(s):
HUS 1010
Corequisite(s):
None
Teaches students how to conduct a client assessment, including interviewing and appropriate manual- and computer-based recording and reporting of client records into an organized and comprehensive assessment report.
Prerequisite(s):
HUS 1010
Corequisite(s):
None
Teaches students how to be effective, ethical, and culturally competent case managers. This course will build on the skills introduced in Assessment, Reporting, and Recording, including effective communication skills and basic assessment knowledge and skills. Students will learn how to plan, assess community resources, make referrals, and develop and write effective, client-centered, and culturally competent treatment plans.
Prerequisite(s):
HUS 2110
Corequisite(s):
None
Emphasizes the assessment of diverse crisis situations brought on by past trauma with emphasis on the use of short-term intervention and problem-solving techniques to help individuals and families de-escalate crisis situations and develop appropriate coping techniques. The course will address principles of trauma informed care, brief and short-term interventions, and multicultural issues in trauma/crisis intervention situations.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Examines the principles and theories of group dynamics, the purpose of a group, types of groups, and roles within a group. Various stages of group development will be explored. Students will demonstrate the skills necessary for group facilitation by interacting with others in a group setting.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Introduces essential skills in Human Services, including professionalism, appropriate professional boundaries, self-awareness, self-care, working as part of a team/group, personal safety in the field, oral and written communication skills, and effective time management. Students will reflect on their professional selves, clarifying personal and professional values, and exploring strengths, challenges, and career interests. Students will be introduced to different Human Services agencies and internship requirements. Requires completion of a service learning experience.
Prerequisite(s):
HUS 1010
Corequisite(s):
None
Consists of 180 clock hours of paid/unpaid experience in a social service or mental health agency in the community under supervision of agency and Baker College staff. This course includes a required 20 hours in seminar format, to integrate learning in the field with classroom instruction, meeting with the instructor live every other week for 2.5 hours at a predetermined day/time. This course is the beginning internship required of all human services majors. The primary focus of this internship is the development and application of knowledge and skills in community resources. Students must achieve 70% or better in all coursework and 70% or better on all evaluations to receive credit for this course.
Prerequisite(s):
Program Dean/Director approval, student background check
Corequisite(s):
HUS 2210A
Examines research and theory within the human services community. For students to become a consumer of research, topics such as grant writing, ethics in research, research design and application, and using research results in a variety of human services communities will be addressed.
Prerequisite(s):
MTH 2750
Corequisite(s):
None
Explores the etiology of and established policies (federal and state) relevant to the prevalence of family violence across the lifespan, including child abuse and neglect, intimate partner violence (IPV), intergenerational violence, and elder abuse. This class will identify signs and symptoms of neglect and abusive patterns, identify appropriate reporting procedures, examine systemic variables that perpetuate cycles of violence, and explore evidence-based prevention and intervention strategies.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Explores family systems theories and concepts within family systems, culturally and relationally. Provides students with a foundation of knowledge and skills with an emphasis on family strengths and benefits that come from diversity. Skill development will focus on recognizing and addressing the impact of intergenerational trauma, assessing family needs and strengths, and eliciting relevant information.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Explores the major theoretical approaches for helping people in need and the broad social policies that affect the development and delivery of human services. Students will examine advocacy work at all levels of society, focusing on the social welfare system within a global socio-political context.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
SOC 3050
Introduces students to human service management and administration at the first-line, middle, and upper management levels. Students will attain an understanding of organizational management perspectives on staff motivation and administrative planning, including a review of professional and governmental agency standards. This course also presents an evaluation and analysis of major components in human service delivery systems, including budgeting, program evaluation, employee relations, in-service training programs, and collaboration among agencies and organizations.
Prerequisite(s):
HUS 3010
Corequisite(s):
None
Introduces students to the diagnostic system for the classification of mental disorders and explores the major categories of mental disorders. Students will learn to differentiate various forms of psychopathology, evaluate alternative interventions, and develop proficiency in the language used by a variety of professionals to communicate about mental health and human services problems.
Prerequisite(s):
PSY 3110, HUS 3910
Corequisite(s):
None
Consists of 180 clock hours of paid/unpaid experience in a social service or mental health agency in the community, under the supervision of agency and Baker College staff. This course includes a required 20 hours in seminar format, to integrate learning in the field with classroom instruction, meeting with the instructor live every other week for 2.5 hours at a predetermined day/time. This is the final internship required for all Human Services bachelor degree students. The primary focus of this internship is the development and application of knowledge and skills in treatment planning, intervention, and case management. Students must achieve 70% or better in all coursework and 70% or better on all evaluations to receive credit for this course.
Prerequisite(s):
Program Dean/Director approval, student background check
Corequisite(s):
None
Represents the capstone experience for senior human services majors. The course integrates knowledge, foundational concepts, and skills used in human service professions and research. Students will have the opportunity to demonstrate the competencies gained from courses taken throughout their undergraduate program, as well as explore their post-graduation goals.
Prerequisite(s):
HUM 3910, HUS 4210
Corequisite(s):
None
Provides a foundation of knowledge in psychology examining key topics related to understanding human thoughts and behavior. Topics include an exploration of factors that influence thoughts and behavior, psychology as a science, sensation/perception, motivation, emotion, memory, cognition, personality, as well as key figures, research, and theories within psychology. Applying concepts to real-life settings is a focus throughout the course.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Equips students with a psychological foundation of theories related to death, dying, and bereavement. Prepares students who are entering a helping profession to work with others to understand and cope with death, dying, and bereavement.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Reviews primary categories of legal and illegal drugs and substances. Examines the behavior and mental processes associated with drug use and addiction. Explores environmental, biological, and psychological factors that influence drug use, addiction, and recovery. Various treatment options are discussed. Careers related to substance abuse treatment will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s):
PSY 1110
Corequisite(s):
None
Provides a foundation for understanding the field of counseling. This course examines what counselors do; the qualities of effective counseling; and basic concepts of the most influential theories of modern counseling, considering the strengths and weaknesses of each. It also examines legal, ethical, and cross-cultural issues.
Prerequisite(s):
PSY 1110
Corequisite(s):
None
Examines the symptomatology, diagnosis, and causes of various forms of psychopathology. Topics include current theory and research; ethical and social issues; and historical and current approaches to treatment of mental illness.
Prerequisite(s):
PSY 1110
Corequisite(s):
None
Explores types of disabilities from the individual, family, and caregiver perspectives. Topics include stereotypes and myths, legal issues/laws, coping with disability, and models of practice. Common challenges and solutions associated with disability across various social contexts are discussed.
Prerequisite(s):
PSY 1110
Corequisite(s):
None
Presents a study of individuals in the social context in which they live. Topics such as attitudes and attitude change, altruism, effects of being in a group, conformity, obedience, persuasion, and interpersonal attraction are studied.
Prerequisite(s):
PSY 1110 or PSY 2050
Corequisite(s):
None
Provides students with an introduction to the legal issues inherent in dynamic business environments. Topics covered include the legal system, including an examination of constitutional law; business torts; contracts; intellectual property; criminal law; and the ethical considerations for business decision making.
Prerequisite(s):
COM 1020
Corequisite(s):
None
Examines the dynamic role of business in the modern economy and the influences of the external and internal environments in which businesses operate. Provides an overview of each of the core functional areas of business and analyzes how the interrelationships among them are critical to meet the strategic and operational goals of an organization.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Provides an understanding of organizational behavior including leadership functions within a changing global environment. Students will learn about how organizational culture, structure, and design can be used to effectively manage individuals and teams. Students will participate in activities involving topics such as understanding basics of organizational behavior, group dynamics, motivation/behavior theories, conflict resolution, ethics, decision making, and leadership processes.
Prerequisite(s):
COM 1020, MGT 1010
Corequisite(s):
None
Examines normal versus criminal behavior, human development and criminal patterns, specific problems, and intervention strategies. This course explores psychological, sociological, and biological theories of criminal behavior.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Provides students with an overview of the historical development and implementation of community-based correctional programs and the advantages, disadvantages, effectiveness, and community impact of such programs. Emphasizes supervision of individuals on probation and parole including interviewing, counseling and referral to resources, and preparing written court reports and oral presentations during pre-sentence investigations.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Provides students with interpersonal communication and conflict management skills that can be used to manage cooperative and uncooperative individuals in criminal justice environments. Application of the skills will be practiced through the use of role-play exercises in simulated situations.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Examines the history of juvenile justice models and current processing of juvenile offenders. This course will also examine how the processing of juvenile offenders differs from adult offenders. Analyze the unique juvenile behaviors that may be influenced by social environments.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Introduces students to a survey of child welfare services. Topics include family support, protecting abused and neglected children, foster care, delinquency, adoption, and family court process.
Prerequisite(s):
HUS 1410 or HUS 3410
Corequisite(s):
None
Provides a comprehensive examination of various placement and treatment environments from the most restrictive setting to independent living. In addition, introduces students to the theories and principles encompassed within home visitation. This course considers diagnostic criteria and a variety of conditions under which institutional placement and other treatment alternatives are indicated relative to particular case situations and case monitoring of clients in these settings. The course also identifies the attributes and administrative aspects of home visitation and the safety and occupational hazards associated with it.
Prerequisite(s):
PSY 3110
Corequisite(s):
None
Focuses on an overview of grant writing, the grant seeking process, and determining resources and steps to find fund sources, identifying specific requirements, and preparing and submitting proposals. Skills to write competitive grant proposals to various types of foundations and organizations will be developed.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Emphasizes the history and trends of philanthropy and the laws that impact fund development. Policies for fund development will be constructed and the role of the Board of Directors vs. staff will be outlined. The opportunity for the use of technology used in the fund development will be discussed along with available resources. As operational tasks in fund development are carried out, ethical and professional standards will be discussed including transparency. The challenges to fund development will be addressed including the results vs. the effort in fundraising, strategies, employee burn out, the economy, skilled staff, etc.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Examines the background, theory, and process of cognitive behavioral therapy. Topics include maladaptive thought patterns and cognitive behavioral therapy solutions, several expressions of cognitive behavior therapy, and cognitive behavior therapy applications to common problems such as fear, anger, addiction, anxiety, and depression.
Prerequisite(s):
PSY 1110
Corequisite(s):
None
Equips students with a psychological foundation of theories related to death, dying, and bereavement. Prepares students who are entering a helping profession to work with others to understand and cope with death, dying, and bereavement.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Explores the application of psychology to legal issues and the justice system. Examines major areas of forensic psychology research with focus on police, court, and community settings. Some topics include interrogation, criminal investigation, eyewitness testimony, jury selection, determining competency in court settings, custody and guardianship issues, and risk assessment. Careers related to forensic psychology will be explored.
Prerequisite(s):
PSY 1110
Corequisite(s):
None
Examines the historical background, research basis, and guiding principles related to the practice of community psychology. Topics include social change and justice, stress and resilience, professional judgment, and ethics. Addresses systems issues and professional applications to social services, mental health, healthcare, schools, and law enforcement. Future implications for the practice of community psychology are considered.
Prerequisite(s):
PSY 1110
Corequisite(s):
None
Analyzes the anatomical, psychological, cultural, and social aspects of a wide range of topics in the area of human sexuality. Course emphasis is on developing understanding and awareness of variations of sexual expression and the role of sexuality throughout the various phases of the life cycle.
Prerequisite(s):
PSY 1110 or PSY 2050
Corequisite(s):
None
Explores human development from conception through late childhood, with an emphasis on physical, mental, social, and emotional growth. Developmental processes of socialization, cognition, emotional growth, and personality development are examined. Theories about child development are assessed. Research findings on issues and disorders common to children are considered.
Prerequisite(s):
PSY1110
Corequisite(s):
None
Studies the nature of adolescent behavior and its underlying dynamics. The emphasis is on establishing skills necessary to work with this group. Areas of focus include physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth of adolescents. Research findings on issues and disorders common to adolescents are considered.
Prerequisite(s):
PSY 1110
Corequisite(s):
None
Explores the bio/psycho/social influences that contribute to gender similarities and differences. Historical and current theories, myths, and stereotypes will be reviewed. Additional gender related topics include stereotypical roles, identity, cultural influences, attitudes, communication, education, emotions, friendships/relationships, health, sexuality, and work.
Prerequisite(s):
PSY 1110
Corequisite(s):
None
Studies the history and development of psychopharmacological agents, their effects on the biochemistry of the human being, the legitimate use of medications, and their importance for treatment. Topics include a review of the classes of psychotropic drugs, drug overdose, the side effects and interactions of psychotropic drugs, and drug tolerance.
Prerequisite(s):
PSY 3110
Corequisite(s):
None
Examines the multiple careers and settings associated with mental health treatment. Topics include assessment, interviewing, types of counseling, treatment of different populations, legal issues, and ethical considerations within the mental health treatment setting. Treatment interventions, least restrictive options, and prevention will also be discussed.
Prerequisite(s):
PSY 2410, PSY 3110
Corequisite(s):
None
Explores aging from the individual, family, and caregiver perspectives. Focuses on physical, cognitive, personality, and social development in late adulthood. Topics include stereotypes and myths, legal issues/laws, common psychological and physical disorders, end of life decisions, relationships, and careers, as well as the dying process, and bereavement.
Prerequisite(s):
PSY 2210
Corequisite(s):
None
Students will develop critical thinking, reading, and writing skills in the context of personal, professional, digital, and academic environments, with emphasis on analysis. This course will enable students to examine, develop, and employ the writing process while focusing on audience, invention, rhetorical context, language, style, purpose, written communication strategies, and digital demands.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Students will extend and apply concepts introduced in Composition and Critical Thinking, and Quantitative Literacy, through the development of written arguments and oral presentations for a variety of academic and professional audiences.
Prerequisite(s):
COM 1010, MTH 1010
Corequisite(s):
None
This capstone course is designed to synthesize and transfer knowledge gained from the general education coursework. Students will apply learning experiences to professional, real world, complex, and ethical issues.
Prerequisite(s):
COM 1020, MTH 1010, PSY 2050, SOC 3050
Corequisite(s):
None
This course introduces skills in reasoning, critical thinking, and quantitative literacy. Students will develop the ability to reason and solve quantitative problems from a wide array of contexts and real-world situations. Students will develop the analytical skills necessary to ask questions and define problems; develop and apply quantitative models; and interpret data in order to evaluate arguments supported by quantitative evidence.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Focuses on data interpretation and practical application of introductory level statistics. Emphasizes a conceptual understanding of the use of statistics in various fields, including the ability to interpret results. Topics include development and analysis of descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, and regression analysis. Students determine appropriate statistical methods, calculate basic statistical values, and analyze/interpret data sets including statistical software study results. MTH 2750 – Statistical Methods satisfies the MTA Statistics Pathway.
Prerequisite(s):
MTH 1010 or MTH 1110
Corequisite(s):
None
The course provides a foundation for understanding human relationships and transferring that knowledge to personal/professional applications. Topics include basic dynamics of human relationships; awareness of self; the effect of environment on thoughts and behavior; the importance of intercultural competence; ethics and social responsibility; as well as building skills that will improve individual and team functions.
Prerequisite(s):
COM 1010, MTH 1010
Corequisite(s):
COM 1020
Examines social organization, culture, and the relationship between society and the individual. The areas studied are social groups, roles and statuses, institutions, social stratification, socialization, social change, and social policy.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Students will develop their civic knowledge and cultural competence by exploring topics that demonstrate the relationship between the local, national, and global dimensions of complex issues. Students will develop their awareness of cultural diversity and sharpen their analytical skills by integrating economic, political science, sociological, and ethical concepts, theories, and perspectives. Requires completion of a service-learning experience.
Prerequisite(s):
COM 1020, MTH 1010, PSY 2050
Corequisite(s):
None
