Human Service (HUM)
HUM 1111 — Introduction to Social Work
Credit Hours: 3.00 Total Contact Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00
Provides an introductory understanding of the human service and social work professions. Topics such as historical developments, underlying assumptions, core values, ethical principles, functions, major social problems, and methods of human service/social work will be covered. Goals of the human/social service system and the role of human service professionals, social work assistants, and social workers will be examined. "C" grade policy applies.
Transfer: TAG.
HUM 1150 — Interviewing Techniques in Addictions, Mental Health and Social Work
Credit Hours: 3.00 Total Contact Hours: 4.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Lab Hours: 1.00
Covers the principles and practices of interviewing clients in the human service area. Students will be taught a model of interviewing and learn to use various techniques such as verbal/nonverbal communication skills. Students will practice skills through role playing. "C" grade policy applies.
HUM 1212 — Social Welfare in the United States
Credit Hours: 3.00 Total Contact Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00
Introduces the history, structure, functions, and challenges of the American social welfare system. Various social problems along with societal/student values and beliefs on social welfare topics will be examined. Topical areas include factors in the delivery of social services, issues of diversity and discrimination, empowering at-risk and vulnerable populations, and fields of practice. "C" grade policy applies for Human Service majors.
Transfer: TAG.
HUM 1310 — Activity Directing I
Credit Hours: 3.00 Total Contact Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00
Introduces activity directing; specifically covers textbook knowledge, lecture, and in-field demonstrations to gain working knowledge of the activity profession. Students will also learn about the elderly as individuals and what makes them unique human beings, and what happens to them as they age. They will also learn about Resident Rights, activities of daily living and community resources. This is part one of a two part class. "C" grade policy applies.
HUM 1320 — Activity Directing II
Credit Hours: 3.00 Total Contact Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00
Introduces the various aspects of management such as planning, organizing, hiring, creating job descriptions, and maintaining employee-employer relations. They also learn about the controlling function of management. They will also learn about the evaluating function of management: managing risks, establishing department and people performance standards, measuring performance, and correcting deviations from standards and plans. This class completes the MEPAPII 90 hour Advanced Class for Activity Directing this is required for National Certification by NCCAP (National Certification Council of Activity Professionals). This is part two of the two part Activity Directing class. "C" grade policy applies.
Prerequisites: HUM 1310.
HUM 1710 — Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders
Credit Hours: 3.00 Total Contact Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00
Introduces a variety of topics in working with addicted populations such as chemicals of use, theories, diagnosis, treatment approaches, legal and ethical issues. "C" grade policy applies.
HUM 1720 — Aging and Gerontology
Credit Hours: 3.00 Total Contact Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00
Provides an overview of the study of gerontology and aging. Covers a variety of theories, issues, the positives and challenges facing aging adults, their families, and their communities. "C" grade policy applies.
HUM 1900 — Professional Preparation and Engagement
Credit Hours: 2.00 Total Contact Hours: 2.00 Lecture Hours: 2.00
Apply knowledge, skills and strategies to career preparation and development. Advises students of the requirements and preparation needed for entering practicum courses.
Prerequisites: HUM 1150.
HUM 1980 — The Color of Justice
Credit Hours: 2.00 Total Contact Hours: 2.00 Lecture Hours: 2.00
Examines race in the context of the criminal justice system. Emphasis on the treatment of racial minorities as victims and offenders by law enforcement, courts, and corrections.
HUM 1990 — Independent Study in HUM
Credit Hours: 0.00 Total Contact Hours: 0.00
Provides individualized instruction with students working on a one-on-one basis with an instructor on a project entailing reading, writing, and discussion. The subject matter is set by the instructor and student and will relate to the Human Service field. A student may register for 1, 2, or 3 hours of Independent Study. Independent Study may be taken more than one time, BUT Human Service majors may not apply more than 3 hours in total of Independent Study toward their elective hours requirement. "C" grade policy applies.
HUM 2000 — Special Topics in Human Services
Credit Hours: 0.00 Total Contact Hours: 0.00
Explores current topics in Human Services. This allows students to explore material in Human Services outside of the regular course offerings. Offered on demand as determined by the Chair of Human Services. "C" grade policy applies.
HUM 2030 — Criminal Minds
Credit Hours: 3.00 Total Contact Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00
Provides an understanding of criminal behavior and antisocial behavior from a psychological perspective. Contemporary research, theory, and practice concerning the psychology of crime will be explored. Students will learn about the factors associated with the onset and maintenance of antisocial and criminal behavior.
HUM 2040 — Psychology and the Legal System
Credit Hours: 2.00 Total Contact Hours: 2.00 Lecture Hours: 2.00
Describes the law from a psychological perspective. Students will be introduced to legally relevant science and how psychology plays a role in that science. The course explores a multitude of topics such as psychology of crime, psychology of police, crime victims, eyewitnesses, evaluating suspects, and forensic assessments.
HUM 2100 — Case Management in Addictions, Mental Health and Social Work
Credit Hours: 3.00 Total Contact Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00
Emphasizes case management process and the skills related to the management of client cases in human service agencies. The course will cover planning, implementing, coordinating and documenting. Students will also research and understand the various agencies that assist clients in various settings. "C" grade policy applies.
HUM 2170 — Dynamics of Mental Health and Substance Use
Credit Hours: 3.00 Total Contact Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00
Explores the historical perspective of mental illness and how changes have occurred. Symptoms, causes, and treatment modalities will be discussed with emphasis on deinstitutionalization. Specific emphasis will be placed on developing a working knowledge of the mental health system and an introduction of the common treatment practices in mental health. "C" grade policy applies.
HUM 2230 — Issues and Ethics in Helping
Credit Hours: 3.00 Total Contact Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00
Applies the Ohio Laws and Rules, Ethical Standards of Human Service Professionals, and NASW Code of Ethics in the practice of social work assistants and human service professionals. Students will create their own style of intervention based on current and past learning. "C" grade policy applies.
HUM 2310 — Group Dynamics/Intervention
Credit Hours: 3.00 Total Contact Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00
Examines group process, group behaviors and the application of group work in the human service field. Emphasis will be placed on current issues, ethical and specific needs of various populations. Students will practice group leadership skills and lead assimilated groups. They will also learn to research and write group proposals. 'C' grade policy applies.
HUM 2400 — Crisis Management
Credit Hours: 3.00 Total Contact Hours: 4.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Lab Hours: 1.00
Utilizes interview skills and learns how to use them in a crisis intervention format. Students will learn to deal with a variety of crisis situations ranging from suicidal situations to natural catastrophes. The class involves a combination of interpersonal communication skills and crisis intervention strategies for diverse populations. Emphasis will be placed on de-escalation techniques. 'C' grade policy applies.
HUM 2710 — Addictions Counseling
Credit Hours: 3.00 Total Contact Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00
Covers topics in addiction services such as basic principles, theoretical considerations, pharmacotherapeutics, treatment modalities, clinical skills, considerations of diversity, and ethics. 'C' grade policy applies.
HUM 2991 — Practicum I
Credit Hours: 2.00 Total Contact Hours: 2.00 Lecture Hours: 1.00 Lab Hours: 1.00
Provides on-the-job training for students in Human Service agencies. Students will work in the field learning and implementing human service skills. Students will complete a total of 180 hours of supervised experience, which is equivalent to 12 hours weekly at their practicum agency over a 15-week semester. In addition, the student is required to attend a 1-hour weekly class. This course is graded S/U.
Prerequisites: HUM 1150, HUM 2100, HUM 2230, HUM 1900.
HUM 2992 — Practicum II
Credit Hours: 2.00 Total Contact Hours: 13.00 Lecture Hours: 1.00 Lab Hours: 12.00
Provides continuing on-the-job training either at the same agency as HUM 2991 or at a different agency. Upon completion of HUM 1900 or 2500, HUM 2230, HUM 2991, and HUM 2992, students should be familiar with the operations of a human service agency including client/staff relationships and employee responsibilities. Students will complete 180 hours of practical experience, which is equivalent to 12 hours weekly at their practicum agency over a 15-week semester. In addition, the student is required to attend a 1-hour weekly class. This course is graded S/U.
Prerequisites: HUM 1990, HUM 2230, HUM 2991.