Empower others by pursuing a Human Services Generalist Associate Degree
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Do you find yourself drawn to helping those in need? If so, then a Human Services Generalist Associate Degree from Clackamas Community College could be the perfect first step for you. This program equips you with the skills and knowledge to become a valuable asset in the human services field.
What is a human services generalist?
Human services generalists are skilled professionals who work on the front lines of social support, empowering individuals and families facing challenges. They provide direct services, advocate for clients' rights and needs, and connect them with essential community resources.
With this degree you will:
- Develop in-demand skills: Learn to assess client needs, develop intervention plans and provide crisis intervention.
- Gain practical experience: The program incorporates supervised fieldwork, allowing you to apply your knowledge in real-world settings.
- Prepare for diverse career paths: This versatile degree opens doors to many human services careers, including working with children, families, veterans or people with disabilities.
Take the first step toward a fulfilling career helping others. Contact Clackamas Community College today to learn more about the Human Services Generalist Associate Degree program!
Register for the Qualified Mental Health Associate Credentials
Clackamas Community College is participating in a statewide Oregon Health Authority pilot program that enables CCC Human Services Generalist Associate of Applied Science graduates to register as Qualified Mental Health Associates (QMHA-R) in Oregon.
Traditionally, QMHA-R registration in Oregon has required a bachelor's degree or three years of education and/or experience in behavioral health or a related field. This pilot program recognizes the training, education and field experience provided by Human Services AAS programs, allowing graduates to enter the behavioral health workforce faster and more effectively.
This pilot runs through 2029. By completing the Human Services AAS degree during this period, you can expedite your entry into the mental health field as a registered QMHA.
For detailed description and learning outcomes for this program, view the course catalog.Required classes for the Human Services Generalist Associate Degree
The human services generalist field is growing
The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 13% growth in jobs for social and community service workers by 2030. This growth is driven by the increasing demand for services to support aging populations, people with disabilities, and individuals and families facing mental health challenges.
Gain skills to build a rewarding human services career
A human services career is all about helping others. It's a field that offers a deep sense of purpose and the chance to make a positive impact on people's lives. The Human Services Generalist Associate Degree program combines academic coursework with supervised field experience to equip you with the following essential skills:
- Assessment: Conduct comprehensive human service assessments that identify client strengths, challenges and factors impacting their well-being.
- Knowledge application: Apply understanding of individual, family and systemic development and functioning to inform practice.
- Communication: Employ professional communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective interaction in human services settings.
- Ethics and values: Uphold ethical principles, attitudes and values essential for human services work.
- Diversity awareness: Analyze the influence of diverse contexts and backgrounds on individuals' needs and provide culturally competent services.
- Self-awareness: Demonstrate self-awareness of personal values, beliefs, goals, strengths and limitations to enhance professional practice.
- Field skills: Apply a range of appropriate human service skills effectively in real-world settings.
Investing in your future
Clackamas Community College offers some of the lowest tuition rates in the Portland metro area. To begin building the cost for your program, you can start with the base estimate below.
This estimate includes the cost of tuition and the general fees applied per class and per academic term. This estimate does not include additional fees required for many courses or the cost of course materials. Contact the program to learn more about additional costs that may apply.
You can also find more information about the costs of attending CCC on the Tuition and Fees page.
Get help paying for college
Scholarships and grants (free money!) are available for students in this program. For help with financial aid and scholarships, contact the Financial Aid Resource Lab.