Human Services
Tackling issues that can change lives and promoting positive choices is at the heart of the Human Services certificate and degrees. By learning a broad range of skills, you will be prepared to improve personal situations through guidance, counseling and advocacy. You can concentrate in areas like family studies, substance abuse or family studies and help individuals and families be healthier and happier. You will be prepared to jump into advanced programs such as a bachelor’s degree in Social Work and careers such as social work, counseling or other areas where you are meeting and supporting human needs.
Programs
Certificate in Human Services
All 30 credit hours earned in the Certificate in Human Services can be applied towards completion of the Associate of Arts degree in Human Services that offers concentrations in Family Studies and Substance Abuse.
Associate of Arts in Human Services - Family Studies
The concentration in Family Studies provides students with an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the well-being and healthy development of individuals and families over the life span. Cultural competency in family life education and the role of human services providers builds a foundation for further study in social work or a related field or entry work in human services. Students interested in transferring to the Bachelor of Science in Family and Child Studies at UNM main campus.
Associate of Arts in Human Services - Substance Abuse
The concentration in Substance Abuse allows students to apply for licensure as a Licensed Substance Abuse Associate (LSAA) provided they possess the qualifications and requirements established by the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department Counseling and Therapy Practice Board. Students interested in the LSAA are strongly encouraged to meet with the Human Services faculty to review the qualifications and documentation required for licensure.
Disclosure
Our Program has determined that the Associate of Arts in Human Services, concentration in Substance Abuse, meets the Professional Licensure requirements in New Mexico. We are still determining whether it meets the requirements for all other states. If you intend to seek licensure outside New Mexico, we recommend checking back here regularly for updates or contacting us directly.
