Human Services, B.S.

Learning Goals and Student Learning Outcomes

The following goals and learning outcomes have been established for students pursuing a degree in human services:

Intellectual inquiry, critical thinking, and problem solving

• Understand, interpret, and analyze relevant theories, research design, sampling methodology and measurement
• Evaluate human services programs and critique information provided by media and other primary and secondary sources
• Integrate and evaluate information to draw reasonable conclusions based on evidence
• Articulate ideas, taking into consideration purpose, audience and presentation mode

Professional, reflective, field-based practice with culturally diverse populations in changing communities

• Demonstrate interviewing, case management, crisis intervention, assessment, and cultural competence skills
• Exhibit knowledge of the purpose, structure and processes of community organizations and government agencies focused on human services through the lifespan, and demonstrate an ability to use that knowledge effectively to serve and enhance diverse communities
• Understand that the needs of populations are multifaceted and dynamic and are best addressed from a collaborative, reflective, and interdisciplinary approach

Communication and information technology skills

• Demonstrate collaborative communication with individuals, families and communities
• Articulate knowledge and skills to communicate effectively about human services issues using written and oral communications
• Use information technology to support human services delivery and implementation