Human Services Associate

Human Service Associate Associate of Applied Science Degree

Program Code: 10-520-3

For more information: wctc.edu/human-services

Human services professionals provide resources, counsel and assistance to individuals in an effort to improve their quality of life. In this program, develop and practice direct client care, treatment, rehabilitation, education and behavioral direction to individuals or groups. Learn behavioral rehabilitation techniques, counseling methods, ethics and family systems. Those in this field work closely with social workers, psychologists and counselors.

The minimum required course grades and program grade point average (GPA) for students under this catalog are:

Core Courses = C
General Studies Courses = C-
Program GPA = 2.0

As you plan, choose between 2 specializations, or take a few more courses for both.

For the Mental Health Specialization, take:

For the Addiction Studies Specialization, take: 

Related Certificates that can be earned along the way.

• Youth Care Counselor Technical Certificate
• Developmental Disabilities Technical Certificate
• Autism for Educators Technical Certificate

This WCTC program prepares students to obtain the required licensure to be employed/practice in the state of Wisconsin. The College does not guarantee its curriculum matches the requirements for preparation, examinations, or licensure for other states. 

Program Outcomes

1. Model a commitment to cultural competence.
2. Uphold the ethical standards and values for human service professionals.
3. Demonstrate professionalism.
4. Utilize community resources.
5. Apply human services interventions and best practices.
6. Cultivate professional relationships.

Critical Life Skills

To help our students prepare for success in a workplace and society that is increasingly global, multi-cultural, and collaborative, all students are given opportunities to develop and demonstrate Critical Life Skills, both in and out of the classroom. The following Critical Life Skills are learning outcomes for WCTC students.

• Communication: Demonstrate appropriate communication.
• Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Demonstrate critical thinking skills to analyze situations and solve problems.
• Relationships: Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
• Self-management: Demonstrate responsible and respectful behavior.

Listed below are the required courses for the program. To view the recommended sequence for taking courses click on the plan of study tab(s) above. Work with your Academic Advisor to design a program plan!

View your Program Matrix to find out when each course will be offered (term and time of day).