HSER 1001 - Introduction to Human Services and Career Assessment

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Minneapolis Community and Technical College

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Description:

4.00 credits (4.00 lec) This course combines a basic overview of human services knowledge with self-assessment exercises to help students evaluate their choice to work in the helping professions. Topics include the human services field and profession, the history of human services, future trends, multicultural perspective, an overview of social policy, and the social welfare system. This knowledge is combined with exercises, some small group work, and experiential learning to help students assess their personal attitudes, values, and interests in the field. Commuity service project outside of class may be required. Prerequisites: Placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051.

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.minneapolis.edu

Phone Number:

(612) 659-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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