Program Overview

  • Duration

    3 Months (Self-Paced) Program

    Can be done in 6 months

  • Total Courses

    01

  • Total Credit Hours

    6

The Human Services program at Hudson Bay University is designed to prepare students for careers dedicated to helping individuals and communities overcome challenges and improve their well-being. Students learn about human behavior, social issues, and intervention strategies. They gain practical experience in social work, counseling, and community service. Graduates are equipped to work in various human service organizations, social work agencies, and community outreach programs, where they make a significant impact by providing support, resources, and advocacy to those in need.

FOUNDATIONS OF SOCIAL SERVICES AND CLIENT SUPPORT:

The College of Social Services begins with a focus on the foundations of social services and client support. Students delve into the principles of social work, counseling, and community services. This foundational knowledge equips them with the skills necessary to assist and advocate for individuals and communities in need.


PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE AND INTERACTION WITH CLIENTS:

Beyond the classroom, the College of Social Services places a strong emphasis on practical experience and direct interaction with clients. Students have opportunities to engage in internships, conduct counseling sessions, and work with diverse populations. These experiences not only enhance their practical social service skills but also provide valuable insights into the field of social services.


GLOBAL SOCIAL ISSUES AND INTERNATIONAL SERVICE INITIATIVES:

The College of Social Services at Hudson Bay University is committed to addressing global social issues and fostering international service initiatives. Our curriculum explores international perspectives on social services and encourages students to engage in service projects with global impact. Additionally, we offer study abroad programs and collaborate with social service organizations and advocates from around the world, enabling students to gain a global perspective on social services.

This course examines human behavior in social contexts, studying the impact of social factors on human behavior and the role of social environments in human services. Human Behavior and Social Environment is essential for social service professionals.


This course examines social work and welfare systems. Students study social policies, welfare programs, and the role of social workers in assisting individuals and families. Social Work and Welfare are essential for social workers and advocates.


Delves into family therapy within the context of social work. Students study family systems, therapeutic techniques, and the application of family therapy in social work practice. Social Work and Family Therapy are critical for family-focused social work practice.


Within this course, the focus is on advanced social work practice. Students study intervention strategies, assessment, and case management, with a focus on serving diverse client populations. Advanced Social Work Practice is vital for experienced social workers.


This course offers an in-depth study of human services, allowing students to explore various aspects of the field, including client needs, intervention strategies, and the role of human service professionals. Human Services is essential for those pursuing careers in human services.

Cost of Attendance

Tuition Fee Breakdown Cost
GRADUATE COURSE CERTIFICATE IN SOCIAL SERVICES $1,560
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $1,560
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At Hudson Bay University, we believe in where affordability meets opportunity. Our commitment to accessible education ensures that quality learning doesn't come with a hefty price tag. We open the doors to knowledge, offering students the chance to thrive without the burden of overwhelming tuition fees, empowering them for a brighter future.

Our Eligibility Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree, or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

6

Course Duration

3 Months (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

01

Human Behavior And Social Environment (HUS-009)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE

Social Work And Welfare (HUS-230)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Competing Perspectives On Social Welfare
     Social Welfare: Basic Concepts
     Social Work As A Profession
     Generalist Social Work Practice
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Responses To Human Diversity
     Religion And Social Work
     Poverty The Central Concept
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Nature And Causes Of Poverty
     The Development Of Antipoverty Programs
     Child Welfare
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Crime And Criminal Justice
     Health Care
     Mental Health And Developmental Disability
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Housing, Homelessness, And Community Development
     Aging
     Developing Your Own Perspective On Social Welfare.

Social Work And Family Therapy (HUS-641)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Evolution Of Family Therapy
     Lessons From The Early Models: Group Process And Communications Analysis
     Basic Techniques Of Family Therapy
     The Fundamental Concepts Of Family Therapy
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Bowen Family Systems Therapy
     Strategic Family Therapy
     Structural Family Therapy
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Experiential Family Therapy
     Psychoanalytic Family Therapy
     Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Family Therapy In The Twenty-First Century
     Solution-Focused Therapy
     Narrative Therapy
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Integrative Models
     Comparative Analysis
     Research On Family Intervention: Family Treatment And Prevention Programs

Advanced Social Work Practice (HUS-769)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Domain Of The Social Work Profession
     Merging Person With Profession
     Merging The Person'S Art With The Profession'S Science
     The Roles And Functions Performed By Social Workers
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Guiding Principles For Social Workers
     Practice Frameworks For Social Work
     Facilitating Change Through Decision Making
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Basic Communication And Helping Skills
     Basic Skills For Agency Practice
     Intake And Engagement
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Data Collection And Assessment
     Planning And Contracting.
     Intervention And Monitoring
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Evaluation And Termination
     Guidelines For Working With Vulnerable Client Groups
     Techniques For Sustaining Social Work Practice

Human Services (HUS-906)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Human Services: A New Direction
     A History Of Helping
     Human Service Workers: Agents Of Change
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Human Services: Identifying Problems And Causes
     Human Service Boundaries: Special Populations, Special Systems
     Medical And Psychiatric Approaches And The Person In Need
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Behavioral Approaches And The Person In Need
     Psychotherapeutic Approaches And The Person In Need
     Integrating Contemporary Strategies, Personal Relationships Skills, Supervisory Process
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Problem Assessment, Planning, Brokering
     Case Management: Cornerstone For Human Services
     Inspiring Change In Human Service Clients
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Crisis Intervention
     Social Intervention: Prevention Through Environmental Change
     Social Control, Human Rights, Ethics And The Law