Human Services
Human Services Associate
Associate Degree
The Human Services Associate program trains students to provide information, support, care, and advocacy in a human service setting. Students acquire the skills needed to work with individuals, groups, and communities. They learn to work with people of diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. General education courses included in the program teach students to better understand social problems. During the second year of the program, students receive fieldwork placement in a human service setting.
What you'll learn
- The Human Services Associate program trains students to provide information, support, care, and advocacy in a human service setting
- Students acquire the skills needed to work with individuals, groups, and communities
- They learn to work with people of diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds
- General education courses included in the program teach students to better understand social problems
- During the second year of the program, students receive fieldwork placement in a human service setting
Where it leads
This program leads to a Associate Degree. Talk with an advisor about transfer options and continuing education from here; see how Southwest Tech credentials stack.
Cost and next steps
Tuition depends on your course load; Paying for college covers current tuition, aid, and scholarships. When you're ready: apply, meet with an advisor, and register.
From the College's published program catalog. Reviewed July 2026.