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Human Services AS Degree
Associate in Science | SC Program: AS.1225
This program is designed to provide students with foundational skills and concepts about human interaction within the social, cultural, and economic system of individuals and families within our society. Individual and family issues that arise from changing societal patterns have created a vast need for a variety of support services. Students with an A.S. Degree in Human Services will have the opportunity to enter the Human Services field in a number of paraprofessional positions, and with additional coursework would be prepared to transfer to a four-year college/university with lower division preparation for a Bachelor’s of Social Work.
This degree is approved through the California Community College Chancellor’s Office. Upon satisfactory completion of all degree requirements and filing an application for graduation with Admissions and Records, the student’s transcript will reflect completion of this degree.
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A program map shows all the required and recommended courses you need to graduate and a suggested order in which you should take them. The suggested sequence of courses is based on enrollment and includes all major and general education courses required for the degree.
Beginning Fall 2026 Pathway in Social/Family Studies or Youth Wellness Coaching See Counselor for Options
16 Units TotalENGL C1000
GE
4
Academic Reading and Writing
ENGL C1000
Note: For students who would benefit from further instruction and individual support while taking their first college-transfer level English course, ENGL C1000E is a recommended alternative to ENGL C1000.
In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. An argumentative research essay is required for the successful completion of the course. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. An argumentative research essay is required for the successful completion of the course. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
SOC 3
GE
3
Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences
SOC 3
This course is an introduction to the basic statistical methods and analyses commonly used in the behavioral sciences. Topics include descriptive and inferential statistics; levels and types of measurement; measures of central tendency and dispersion; normal, t, and chi-square distributions; probability and hypothesis testing; and correlation and regression. Applications of statistical software to the behavioral sciences and/or other social science data is required. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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NUTR 25
GE
M
3
Nutrition
NUTR 25
This course is an introduction to nutrition science, integrating concepts and research from biology, biochemistry, microbiology, physiology, and psychology to explain the interaction between nutrients and the human body. It explores the biological basis of nutrient standards and examines the effects of nutrition, behavior, and exercise on human health. Physical and biological sciences are connected to nutrition and physiological processes, exploring the interconnectedness of physical and life sciences in the context of real-world applications. This course may be taught in a distance education format.
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HUSV 70
M
3
Intro to Social Work and Human Services
HUSV 70
This is an introductory overview of social welfare and the societal institutions in the U.S. that structure the provision of social services. The course presents a historical perspective on the development of U.S. social work and human services. Special attention is given to current service delivery systems, their policies and procedures, and the tasks of culturally responsive social workers and human service workers within those settings. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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HUSV 12
M
3
Standards & Practices in Human Services
HUSV 12
Advisory: HUSV 70 with a grade of C or higher.
This course explores the theoretical perspectives and professional standards involved in Human Services-with particular emphasis on Social Work Practices. Students will be introduced to the practices of engagement, assessment, intervention, documentation, and conflict resolution while consistently integrating these with the systems framework and strengths perspective. Professional and personal ethics will be stressed throughout the course. Multicultural competence and policy development will also be covered. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This course explores the theoretical perspectives and professional standards involved in Human Services-with particular emphasis on Social Work Practices. Students will be introduced to the practices of engagement, assessment, intervention, documentation, and conflict resolution while consistently integrating these with the systems framework and strengths perspective. Professional and personal ethics will be stressed throughout the course. Multicultural competence and policy development will also be covered. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
Spring Semester, First Year
15 Units TotalCOMM C1000
GE
3
Introduction to Public Speaking
COMM C1000
In this course, students learn and apply foundational rhetorical theories and techniques of public speaking in a multicultural democratic society. Students discover, develop, and critically analyze ideas in public discourse through research, reasoning, organization, composition, delivery to a live audience and evaluation of various types of speeches, including informative and persuasive speeches. This course may be taught in a distance education format.
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ART 1
GE
3
Introduction to Art
ART 1
This course provides a general introduction to art that offers a look at works of art through the study of theory, terminology, themes, design principles, media, and techniques, with an introduction to the visual arts across time and diverse cultures. This course is recommended as a Humanities elective. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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PSYC C1000
M
3
Introduction to Psychology
PSYC C1000
Advisory: Essay-writing skills and eligibility to enroll in a transfer-level English Composition course.
This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences, their applications, and their research foundations. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences, their applications, and their research foundations. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
HUSV 14
M
3
Intro to Case Management
HUSV 14
This course introduces the student to the role and importance of the case manager within the field of Human Services/Social Work. The philosophical differences of various models will be explored along with the pragmatic skills and practices that combine for effective case management: engagement, interviewing, assessment, identification of goals and resources, monitoring progress and evaluating outcomes. Emphasis will be placed on professional standards and practices of conduct as well as documentation and record-keeping skills that align with legal mandates. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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NUTR 35
M
3
Integrative Nutrition and Wellness
NUTR 35
Advisory: NUTR 25 with a grade of C or higher
Integrative nutrition combines principles of medical nutrition therapy with integrative and functional lifestyle medicine to provide the science and application behind healthy lifestyle interventions for the prevention and treatment of chronic, lifestyle-related diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and other chronic conditions. Lifestyle medicine connects the science of physical activity, nutrition, stress resiliency, sleep hygiene, and behavior change to the advancement of the total person's mental, emotional, and physical well-being. This course offers students the evidence-based knowledge and practical strategies to instill healthy lifestyle behaviors in clients and patients. This course is intended for students completing certification in the Integrative Health and Wellness Coaching Program. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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Integrative nutrition combines principles of medical nutrition therapy with integrative and functional lifestyle medicine to provide the science and application behind healthy lifestyle interventions for the prevention and treatment of chronic, lifestyle-related diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and other chronic conditions. Lifestyle medicine connects the science of physical activity, nutrition, stress resiliency, sleep hygiene, and behavior change to the advancement of the total person's mental, emotional, and physical well-being. This course offers students the evidence-based knowledge and practical strategies to instill healthy lifestyle behaviors in clients and patients. This course is intended for students completing certification in the Integrative Health and Wellness Coaching Program. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
Fall Semester, Second Year
14 Units TotalHUM 4
GE
3
Humanities Through the Film
HUM 4
This course is an examination of the motion picture as an art form. This course offers a concise introduction to the history of film against the broader changes in popular culture since the late nineteenth century. Students will see how elements of film can provide valuable insights into how movies communicate and convey meaning to their audiences using a unique network of techniques. Students will see how film, film genres, and developments within the film industry offer a first-hand look at how specific films illuminate important aspects of philosophical, historical, aesthetic, and social life and analyze how film connects with the larger world. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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ENGL C1001
GE
3
Critical Thinking and Writing
ENGL C1001
In this course, students receive instruction in critical thinking for purposes of constructing, evaluating, and composing arguments in a variety of rhetorical forms, using primarily non-fiction texts, refining writing skills and research strategies developed in ENGL C1000 Academic Reading and Writing (or C-ID ENGL 100) or similar first-year college writing course. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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ECE 1
M
3
Human Development
ECE 1
This course involves a study of development and behavior throughout the human life span. Classic and up-to-date research on the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial domains will be presented. Theories will be integrated with practical application concepts throughout the course, underscoring the importance of life-long learning and adaptation. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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NUTR 30
M
4
Health and Wellness Coaching
NUTR 30
This course provides students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to be a health and wellness coach. Emphasis is placed on effective coach-to-client communication techniques as well as the fundamentals of coaching structure, goal setting, and behavioral change techniques as they relate to health and wellness coaching. The course will cover the legal considerations, professional ethics, responsibilities, liabilities, scope of practice, and role of the health and wellness coach. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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NUTR 45
M
1
Appl. of Health & Wellness Coaching
NUTR 45
This course helps students enhance their coaching skills with practice sessions and instructor feedback. It also covers the ethical and legal implications of health and wellness coaching. This course is designed to provide students in the Integrative Health and Wellness Coaching Program with practical experience in the field of wellness coaching. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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Spring Semester, Second Year
15 Units TotalETHS 1
GE
3
Introduction to Ethnic Studies
ETHS 1
Advisory: Essay-writing skills and eligibility to enroll in a transfer-level English Composition course
This course takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of race and ethnicity in the United States. It examines social justice movements in relation to ethnic and racial groups in the United States to provide a basis for a better understanding of the socioeconomic, cultural, and political conditions among key social groups including, but not limited to, Native Americans, African Americans, Asian Americans, and Latina/o Americans. This course examines the systemic nature of racial/ethnic oppression through an examination of key concepts including racialization and ethnocentrism, with a specific focus on the persistence of white supremacy. Using an anti-racist framework, the course will examine historical and contemporary social movements dedicated to the decolonization of social institutions, resistance, and social justice. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This course takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of race and ethnicity in the United States. It examines social justice movements in relation to ethnic and racial groups in the United States to provide a basis for a better understanding of the socioeconomic, cultural, and political conditions among key social groups including, but not limited to, Native Americans, African Americans, Asian Americans, and Latina/o Americans. This course examines the systemic nature of racial/ethnic oppression through an examination of key concepts including racialization and ethnocentrism, with a specific focus on the persistence of white supremacy. Using an anti-racist framework, the course will examine historical and contemporary social movements dedicated to the decolonization of social institutions, resistance, and social justice. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ESCI 12
GE
4
General Earth Science
ESCI 12
Note: Field trips required when not offered fully online.
This is a survey course designed for non-science majors. It spans the Earth-related sciences, including geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. In general, the course focuses on physical processes and materials as related to each discipline. Topics include the geologic evolution of the Earth, economic resources derived from the Earth, Earth materials, evolution and character of the oceans, ocean-atmosphere interactions, atmospheric processes including weather and climate, the solar system and Earth as part of the universe. Using an Earth systems approach, lecture and laboratory will consider concepts centered on the sustainable use of natural resources. The laboratory portion of this course provides hands-on activities that support and demonstrate lecture concepts. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This is a survey course designed for non-science majors. It spans the Earth-related sciences, including geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. In general, the course focuses on physical processes and materials as related to each discipline. Topics include the geologic evolution of the Earth, economic resources derived from the Earth, Earth materials, evolution and character of the oceans, ocean-atmosphere interactions, atmospheric processes including weather and climate, the solar system and Earth as part of the universe. Using an Earth systems approach, lecture and laboratory will consider concepts centered on the sustainable use of natural resources. The laboratory portion of this course provides hands-on activities that support and demonstrate lecture concepts. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
HUSV 94
M
3
Human Services Work Experience Educ
HUSV 94
Limitation on Enrollment: FINANCIAL AID STUDENTS: Students must maintain concurrent enrollment in seven (7) units which include work experience education units. Students not receiving financial aid do not need to enroll in other courses in order to participate in Work Experience Education.
The Human Services Work Experience Education course allows the student to gain on-the-job experience through employment/volunteerism at an approved human services job site that is acquired by the student and related to the student's major. A faculty member supervises all WEE courses to ensure that the work experience is of educational value. The course stresses good work habits and meeting of competencies through actual on-the-job performance. A student may repeat this course since course content varies and skills are enhanced by supervised repetition and practice. A maximum of 14 units may be earned in a single semester.
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The Human Services Work Experience Education course allows the student to gain on-the-job experience through employment/volunteerism at an approved human services job site that is acquired by the student and related to the student's major. A faculty member supervises all WEE courses to ensure that the work experience is of educational value. The course stresses good work habits and meeting of competencies through actual on-the-job performance. A student may repeat this course since course content varies and skills are enhanced by supervised repetition and practice. A maximum of 14 units may be earned in a single semester.
NUTR 50
M
3
Youth Wellness Coaching
NUTR 50
This course introduces wellness coaching strategies tailored for adolescents and young adults, with a focus on motivation, resilience, and healthy habit formation. Students will learn evidence-based coaching approaches, including Motivational Interviewing, whole-person wellness frameworks, and trauma-informed practices. Emphasis is placed on fostering autonomy, supporting identity development, and facilitating group coaching methods that promote peer accountability and authentic conversation. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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Please see a counselor to discuss options for meeting general education requirements for transfer to California State Universities (CSU) and/or University of California (UC) campuses, as well as any specific additional courses that may be required by your chosen institution of transfer.
*Alternative Courses: Please see a Shasta College counselor for alternative course options. You can also view the following to find other courses to meet degree/certificate requirements:
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