Human Services Technician, AAS Degree
The Human Services Technician program is designed to prepare students for positions in a variety of agencies and organizations that provide human and social services to all ages, from children to seniors. Students will learn to adapt to many different types of situations through classroom activities and fieldwork experiences under the supervision of experienced instructors and working professionals.
When you enroll in the HST program at Mitchell Tech, you will spend two years (four semesters) preparing to work in a fast-growing occupation, well versed in the skills needed to provide vital information, advocacy, care and support to people of diverse cultural, racial and ethnic backgrounds. The Associate Degree will prepare students for work in residential facilities for youth or adults, case management, retirement communities, substance abuse facilities, nursing homes, assisted living and agencies that deal with juvenile and criminal justice.
Admission Requirement: All students accepted to the program must submit to a criminal background check at the student’s expense. Details are available from the Admissions office.
Program immunization requirements have to be met before entrance to fieldwork sites. See instructor for details.
Program Graduation Requirement: Students must earn a grade of C (2.0) or higher in all technical courses as a prerequisite to HST 290. Students must earn a grade of C (2.0) or higher in their fieldwork in order to graduate.
Note: Students are required to use a laptop or notebook computer for this program. Students may purchase a laptop from Mitchell Tech or bring their own device that meets Mitchell Tech specifications.
Award: AAS Degree
First Semester
Second Semester
| HST 120 | Chemical and Substance Abuse | 3 |
| HST 122 | Abuse and Neglect | 3 |
| HST 124 | Assessment and Documentation | 3 |
| HST 128 | Self-Care | 2 |
| CHRD 130 | Human Development | 3 |
| Math Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 17 |
Third Semester
| HST 210 | Family Dynamics | 3 |
| HST 222 | Mental Health & Wellness | 3 |
| HST 226 | Group Practice | 3 |
| HST 228 | Service Learning | 2 |
| HST 230 | Career and Internship Preparation | 2 |
| Communications Elective | 3 |
| Social Science Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 19 |
Fourth Semester
Total Credits Required to Graduate: 69.5