This course is intended as an introduction to the field of human services with a focus on developing a broad, generalist view. Students will be introduced to a wide array of social and personal challenges that are addressed by the field of human services. Students will explore the way economics and history shape current social welfare programs and policies. The philosophical and theoretical foundations of the human services movement as well as career opportunities I the field will be examined. Trends and intervention strategies for a number of service systems will be introduced with a focus on cultural humility and trauma informed care.
- Teacher: Misty Barganski