Human Services Certificate

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The Human Services certificate is designed for those students who are interested in gaining a better understanding of Human Services and the helping professions. This certificate is designed to increase preparedness for entry level positions in the Human Services field. The certificate gives people the opportunity for personal exploration and develop a basic knowledge in helping others. Completion of the Human Services Certificate demonstrates additional education and proficiency in working with those in need.

This certificate is aimed at academically engaging those interested in the Human Services field and preparing them to work as member of a team of professionals. Completion of a certificate in Human Services can serve as a signal to prospective employers that a person has the motivation and determination to excel. A person who has completed certificate in Human Services will typically work as direct care staff and support for community and private human service agencies. Job responsibilities may include coordinating services, interviewing and interacting with people in need, documenting services and helping individuals meet their needs as they explore further educational opportunities.

For more information about the Human Services program, please visit our website at www.dmacc.edu/programs/humanservices.

Program Details

Locations: Newton Campus

Students may start any semester.

Program Entry Requirements

Complete an application for admission.
Satisfy the assessment requirement.
Attend any required information/registration session.

Program Graduation Requirements

To earn a Human Services Certificate, a student must complete all required coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average.

Semester 1

ENG 105 - Composition I Credits: 3
HSV 109 - Intro to Human Services Credits: 3
HSV 130 - Interviewing/Interper Relation Credits: 3
HSV 255 - Addictive Disease Concepts Credits: 3
PSY 111 - Introduction to Psychology Credits: 3

Semester 2

HSV 185 - Discrimination and Diversity Credits: 3
HSV 220 - Intro to Counseling Theories Credits: 3
HSV 286 - Intervention Theories/Prac I Credits: 3
Select one course from Option 1: Credits 3

Option 1: Select One Course

PSY 121 - Developmental Psychology Credits: 3
PSY 241 - Abnormal Psychology Credits: 3
PSY 251 - Social Psychology Credits: 3

Total Credits Required to Complete this Certificate - 27

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$160.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

	Semester 1	Semester 2
Books (approximate)	700	700

Approximate total cost for the program: $5,720**

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

Use assessment practices to respond to the needs of participants and enhance these individuals in leading a life that involves self-empowerment, assertiveness, and strong decision-making skills.
Communicate effectively and establish collaborative relationships to allow planning, implementation of support services, and interventions with participants, agency supports, and other community resources.
Demonstrate knowledge of supports available, while understanding the challenges facing participants, assist in gaining resources for aid, advocate by overcoming challenges and providing supports through community and educational resources.
Demonstrate skill in handling crisis prevention, intervention and resolution techniques to solve problems and keep detailed documentation of the process and outcome of each situation.
Participate in the life of a human services agency, being familiar with the mission and “best” practices of human services organizations, demonstrating these skills in professional activities

What Else Should I Consider about this Certificate program?

Students completing the certificate are prepared for generalist careers in a variety of human service agencies including community action programs, daycare centers, educational settings, nursing homes, non-profits, correctional facilities, group homes, and treatment centers. Human Services graduates can work with children and families, the elderly, those in substance abuse programs, and individuals who may have emotional, physical or developmental problems.

Nondiscrimination Statement

DMACC offers career and technical programs in the following areas of study:

Agriculture, National & Environmental Services /Architecture, Engineering, and Construction/Arts, Design, and Visual communications/Business, Management, and Marketing/Education, Public, and Human Services/Health Science/Hospitality and Culinary/Information Technology/Manufacturing/Transportation & Logistics

Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, hiring practices or the provision of services, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (in employment), disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status of a person. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.

Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515/964-6857, sgbittner@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515/964-6216, title9@dmacc.edu. Question or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone 312/730-1560, tax 312/730-1576..

Legal references: Iowa Code §§ 216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S. C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S. C. §§ 1681-1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S. C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).₍₂₀₁₈₎