Human Services Program
The Human Services Program is an interdisciplinary major in the College of Arts and Sciences.
This is why it is one of the fastest growing professions in the country. Human Services Program is an interdisciplinary major that includes courses in human services, psychology, sociology, political science and other related fields. The mission of the human services program is to provide students with the theoretical and skill based background necessary to practice in macro, mezzo, and micro arenas such as political advocacy, community development and direct service. Students take basic foundation and skills courses and complete an intensive fieldwork internship in community agencies and/ or government organizations. The major may lead to careers in many diverse areas of the helping professions or to graduate programs in social work, counseling, rehabilitation, and law.
Students can pursue positions in both public and private agencies, including social service and welfare agencies, mental health settings, programs for youth, halfway houses, rape crisis and domestic violence centers, drug treatment institutions, and criminal justice settings. Students can work in a number of capacities as counselors, community organizers, administrators in human services agencies, and as fundraisers for social programs.
Students who major in human services select specializations in areas that they wish to pursue further. Standard specializations include: Administration and Policy, Applied Behavior Analysis, Counseling Psychology, Deaf Studies, Family and Children Services, and Social Justice, Identity and Religion are offered to the Human Services major. Other specializations are arranged through consultation with a Human Services adviser. .
For additional information or assistance, please call the Human Services Program at 617.373.2624 or visit their Web site at http://www.humanservices.neu.edu.
New Course for Spring 2007
HS U580: Sexual Assault Training: Techniques in Counseling and Education
Jordan Fox-Kemper
Key # 04928, Monday, Thursday 11:45- 1:25
Provides an in-depth examination of sexual assault, its effects, and the resources available to assist survivors. Presents an overview of the interwoven systems—criminal justice, medical, legal and counseling— as well as other heath and counseling issues that a survivor may face. Focuses on developing clinical skills and counseling competency through group exercises and experiential activities. Upon completion of the course, students will receive Rape Crisis Counselor Certification and will be eligible to take shifts on the NU Sexual Assault Hotline and lead educational programs for students through the Peer Education Program during the Spring and future semesters for further credit.
HS U590: Non-Profit Program Design and Fundraising
Professor Rebecca Riccio
Key # 04431, Monday, Wednesday 11:45-1:35
Builds practical skills in non-profit program management, focusing on the relationship between sound program design and successful fundraising. Emphasis is placed on developing programming that is both response to real needs and appealing to a wide range of donors. As they examine the life-cycle of a program from needs assessment through evaluation, students will develop a toolkit of related materials for a non-profit organization of their choice.
HS U320: Techniques in Individual and
Group Counseling in Human Services
Professor Mara Green
Key # 05946, Monday and Thursday 11:45-1:25
This advanced clinical course will provide in-depth understanding of clinical practice with individuals, groups, and families. The course will focus on developing practice skills through presentations, case studies, and self-reflection journals. Students will also examine the role of spirituality within one’s clinical practice. This course will explore theoretical techniques and their applications in a variety of settings. Particular attention will be paid to populations at risk.
International Human Services Program in Mexico
Summer Session I, 2007
In this 4-week (8 SH program) students will examine Mexican human service interventions and organizations through service-learning, lectures, site visits and cultural exchanges. Particular attention is given to the political, social and economic conditions in which these human service organizations operate. Students will also participate in Spanish language instruction commensurate with their level, provided by the Chac-Mool Language Institute in Cuernavaca, Mexico.
April 30th – May 4th
Class is held on the Northeastern campus.
May 6th – 27th
Class and Service-learning in Cuernavaca, Mexico
Eight Semester Hours:
Human Services (4 SH) and International Affairs: Dialogue of Civilizations (4 SH)
Costs:
The most significant costs associated with this program are covered by tuition including airfare, housing and most meals.
For more information contact:
Lori Gardinier, Director of the Human Services Program l.gardinier@neu.edu
Or
Stephanie Skavenski, Program Assistant
sskavenski@yahoo.com.