Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Services

University of Arizona

The Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Services is designed to provide a clearly delineated transfer pathway for students with an Associates of Applied Science (AAS) degree in a related content area. The mission of the Human Services program is to better understand, respond to, and support the social, psychological, educational, and physical demands of individuals and families in rural communities, and in contemporary global society. Our program aims to educate developing human service professionals who will strengthen human systems; enhance health, education, and social services; improve service delivery systems; and encourage effective public policies.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Students will demonstrate fundamental knowledge and comprehension of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, principles of application, as well as current and historical trends related to human services; 1 Demonstrate knowledge of human systems, group dynamics, organizational structure of communities and how these interactions affect human problems. 2 Evaluate how policy and social conditions affect human systems. 3 Apply concepts, theories, and principles that promote healthy functioning in medical, social, psychological/ behavioral and educational models.

Students will demonstrate problem solving skills, critical thinking, and effective research methods in human services setting; 1 Demonstrate knowledge in identifying interventions that promote goal attainment. 2 Develop, implement, and evaluate intervention programs and services. 3 Analyze programs and interventions to match client’s needs, values, lifestyle, and goals.

Students will develop skills to ensure responsible and professional behaviors that optimize well-being, and support acquisition of service needs of a diverse population; 1 Apply ethical and professional standards in all human services settings. 2 Enhance interpersonal skills to achieve interactional effectiveness, and responsive client engagement. 3 Adopt values that build community at local, national, and global levels. 4 Demonstrated ability to engage and respond respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, in a manner that affirms the worth and preserves the dignity of individuals, families and communities.

Students will demonstrate mastery in written and oral communication, and effective interpersonal communication skills with colleagues, stakeholders and clients; 1 Demonstrate professional report writing, program evaluation, and/or case documentation. 2 Demonstrate professional oral presentation skills, for colleagues, stakeholders and clients. 3 Communicate and interact respectfully with colleagues, stakeholders and clients of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and belief systems.

Students will demonstrate mastery of professional skills including content knowledge, self-reflection skills, project-management skills, and teamwork skills in professional settings; 1 Demonstrate mastery of Human Services content in professional settings, and in achieving career goals. 2 Exhibit self-efficacy, self regulation, self-reflection. 3 Execute project management skills. 4 Enhance and support teamwork. 5 Develop a professional plan for life after graduation.