Human Services Technology

The Human Services Technology curriculum prepares students for entry-level positions in institutions and agencies which provide social, community, and educational services. Along with core courses, students take courses which prepare them for specialization in specific human service areas.

Students will take courses from a variety of disciplines. Emphasis in core courses is placed on development of relevant knowledge, skills, and attitudes in human services. Clinical experiences will provide opportunities for application of knowledge and skills learned in the classroom.

Program Outcomes:

• Prepare students for careers in Human Services agencies, organizations, and institutions
• Ability to effectively match client/patient needs with available community resources
• An increased capacity for self-awareness and personal growth
• Develop thoughtful, genuine, and empathetic attitudes toward other people
• Expand knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to help people help themselves
• To facilitate students’ entry into and success in bachelor’s degree programs
• Client care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for the treatment of human service issues
• Professionalism, as manifested through a commitment to carrying our professional responsibilities, adherence to ethical principles, and sensitivity to a diverse client population

CCC&TI offers the following educational programs in this area:

• Associate's Degree (A.A.S.) - Human Services Technology
• Associate's Degree (A.A.S.) - Human Services Technology Mental Health Concentration

Admission Information

Admission Requirements for the Human Services Technology program

• Admission Requirements

• Application
• Complete Information Session
• High School transcript/Adult High School diploma/high school equivalency
• College transcripts
• Gateway English and math readiness
• MAR (Minimum Admissions Requirements) Review
• Health form after acceptance
• Current certification in CPR after acceptance
• Criminal background checks/drug screening after acceptance

Cost Information

Costs at North Carolina community colleges are traditionally the best educational value available for college transfer, technical, and vocational students. For current tuition and fees at Caldwell Community College and Technical institute, contact the Student Services Office at 828.726.2200.

Financial assistance is available to qualified students through grants, scholarships, loans, and part-time employment in the college work-study program.

Interested?

If you are interested in the Human Services Technology program, please let us know by clicking on the link below and completing the form:

• I am interested in the Human Services Technology program.

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