SCC Course Catalog

Human Services (HSE)

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
HSE	110	Introduction to Human Services	4/3

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.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
HSE	112	Group Process I	3/2

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.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
HSE	123	Interviewing Techniques for Hu	4/3

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.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
HSE	125	Counseling	4/3

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.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
HSE	210	Diversity, Ethics, and Trends	3/3

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.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
HSE	212	Group Dynamics	3/3

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.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
HSE	220	Case Management	4/3

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.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none

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HSE	223	Counseling Theories & Skills	3/3

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.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
HSE	225	Crisis and Intervention Princi	3/3

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.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
HSE	227	Children & Adolescents in Crisis	3/3

This course covers the crises affecting children and adolescents in contemporary society. Emphasis is placed on abuse and neglect, suicide and murder, dysfunctional family living, poverty, and violence. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss intervention strategies and available services for the major contemporary crises affecting children and adolescents.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none