HMS - Human Services
HMS 213: Alcohol Studies (3)
This course surveys the use, abuse and addictive nature of ethyl alcohol. Examined will be symptomology and treatment of alcoholism. Current approaches to prevention will also be emphasized.
HMS 233: Social Welfare Policy (3)
This course examines the historical development of social welfare, as well as current policies and issues facing human service workers in the early 21st century. Human service values and assumptions are integrated by the participants as the process of policy making and social change throughout history are discussed.
HMS 243: Interviewing Skills (3)
This course is designed to introduce and practice the basic listening and interviewing skills that are needed in the helping interview and the delivery of human services. Students will apply all areas of communication skills to the professional helping setting.
HMS 263: Child and Family Welfare (3)
This course will briefly outline the dynamics of several of the challenges facing the American family today including domestic violence, substance abuse, and alternative placement for children. Discussed will be the public family welfare system, intervention techniques, the law regarding issues of the family and services available to survivors. Ideas for prevention will also be discussed.
HMS 273: Introduction to Human Services (3)
This course is an introduction to the human service profession. Students will develop an understanding of the historical development of the profession, the effects of society on social welfare and, specifically, the philosophy and values of human services. The course’s emphasis on the generalist perspective of human services prepares students for future coursework and practice. Students will examine and explore specific fields and services of human services, as well as career opportunities. (General Education: Intellect and Inquiry Series: Social Responsibility and Civic Engagement)
HMS 303: Death & Dying (3)
A comprehensive introduction to the study of death, dying, and grief by presenting the salient points of major issues and questions through diverse points of view. The purpose of this course is to increase students' understanding of the concept of death and dying through exploration of death and dying. This course is constructed to stimulate student learning and critical thinking; and to think about and possibly accept the inevitability of death and its causes. Some specific topics to be covered include attitudes towards death; living with a terminal illness, end-of-life care; hospice; cultural sensitivity; ethical and legal issues; pain management; grief and mourning. The course also explores students' own perceptions and beliefs about death and dying. (General Education: Intellect and Inquiry Series: Inquiry and Intellectual Judgment) (Writing Intensive)
HMS 311: Counseling Ethics (1)
This course is an overview of ethics and legal issues as they relate to the practice of counseling and client/counselor relationships. This course will discuss the ethical standards for counselors, client rights, legal implications and quality client care.
HMS 313: Gerontology (3)
This course explores the social, psychological and biological changes which occur in individuals from middle age to death. Students will explore social policies about aging and review ideas about aging across cultures. (General Education: Intellect and Inquiry Series: Social Responsibility and Civic Engagement)
HMS 323: Ethics for the Alcohol and Drug Professional (3)
This course will explore the ethical and legal issues within the addiction field. This course addresses ethical and legal dilemmas frequently encountered by addiction treatment professionals. Professional behavior as a key competency to addictions counseling is emphasized.
HMS 324: Human Behavior in the Social Environment (4)
This course is a study of the contributions of behavioral and social sciences to a systems perspective of human relationships. It is designed to assist a student in developing an understanding of human behavior across the lifespan. (General Education: Intellect and Inquiry Series: Inquiry and Intellectual Judgment)
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: GE 150 and one lower-level Social Responsibility and Civic Engagement course.
HMS 374: Generalist Practice I: Individuals (4)
The first of two courses in generalist practice, this course teaches the basic processes and practice of human services. The student learns how to integrate the knowledge, values, and skills learned in other human services courses as well as master the problem-solving process from a creative generalist's theoretical base.
Prerequisite: HMS 243, HMS 273.
HMS 383: Generalist Practice II: Groups & Families (3)
The second of two courses in generalist practice, this course will teach the student about the theory of group development and group dynamics, as well as family dynamics and systems. It will have special emphasis on group dynamics such as group facilitation, group problem-solving, goal setting, structuring a group, and the purpose, advantage and disadvantage of groups. It will be experiential in that the class will be handled in a group setting. Family systems, family meetings and guidelines to facilitating family sessions will be addressed.
Prerequisite: HMS 374.
HMS 403: Alcohol and Drug Treatment: Continuum of Care (3)
This course introduces students to the continuum of care for alcohol and drug addiction treatment from intervention through rehabilitation. Integrated models for sustaining behavior change, continuing care planning, and relapse prevention are discussed. Students practice the administration of screening and assessment instruments to identify addiction and other related problems in conjunction with developing an individualized treatment/continued care plan.
Prerequisite: HMS 243 and CJ 233 or HMS 213.
HMS 413: Counseling Theory (3)
This course introduces the basic counseling theories. Critical evaluation of each theory and application to human services and counseling practice is integrated. The student will learn the key concepts, philosophy and assumptions, the therapeutic goals, contributions and limitations, and application to each theory.
Prerequisite: HMS 243 or instructor permission.
HMS 414: Field Practicum I (4)
This course introduces the human services program senior to the actual practice of the human services profession in an agency setting. Students are provided with an opportunity to apply human services knowledge, skills and values learned in the classroom to the needs and environment of the client population served.
Prerequisite: HMS 324, HMS 374, HMS 383, HMS 462, PS 413.
HMS 423: Alcohol and Drug Addiction: Group Counseling Skills (3)
This course introduces basic theories and dynamics of counseling groups as applied to drug and alcohol addiction. Students will develop the facilitative skills appropriate to working with those groups in the management of substance use disorders. The course addresses research findings relevant to various types of groups encountered in treatment, including assessment issues for group referral and inclusion, ethical and legal considerations, and roles and responsibilities for group leadership.
Prerequisite: HMS 243
HMS 424: Field Practicum II (4)
This course continues to build on the practice of the human services profession in an agency setting initiated during HMS 414. Students are expected to increase their application of human services knowledge, skills and values learned in the classroom to the needs and environment of the client population served by the field agency. This should include increased workload responsibilities, as well as refinement of practice skills.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of HMS 414.
HMS 433: Addictive Family Systems: Family Counseling Skills (3)
This course is an introduction to systemic thought. Traditional and contemporary theories of family counseling will be studied and applied to addictive families. The role of the partner/family in the onset, progression, treatment, and prevention of substance use and addiction will be explored. Concepts of family lifecycle stages, styles of communication, boundary settings, family rules and roles, and cultural diversity are examined, as are strategies for clinical intervention.
HMS 462: Professional Leadership Seminar (2)
This course is designed to prepare students for the senior level practicum and post-bachelor’s professional practice. This class focuses on the nature of the human services profession and helps to prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and values they will need in order to be successful in the practicum and in the field after graduating from the academic setting. The professional leadership experience seminar assists students in integrating academic experience with knowledge and skills taught in the classroom with the human services profession. The course does require students to submit a national background check at the student’s expense to ensure appropriate practicum placements and career preparation.
Prerequisite: HMS 243, HMS 273. Corequisite: HMS 374.