Human Services Department

Benton Hall, Room 203.
(785) 231-1010 ext.1279
E-Mail: zzdphs@washburn.edu

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Source: 2002-2003 Catalog

The Human Services Department offers degree and certificate programs designed to prepare students for careers in addiction counseling, mental health, developmental disabilities, youth services, aging and nursing home administration, and victim survivor services. An innovative, flexible program of study allows students to gain the skills, attitudes, and knowledge necessary for effective work with individuals, groups, organizations, and communities.

The Department also sponsors:

• Washburn Human Services Coalition (WHSC), a student organization;
• Washburn Walkers, a learning in retirement program;
• LINC Scholars Program, a service learning scholarship opportunity affiliated with Bonner Foundation, Princeton, NJ;
• Learning IN the Community (LINC), a community service and service learning center available to all Washburn students; and
• Alternative Spring Break: Breakaway, an alternative off-campus community service experience.

Degrees Offered

Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Services (BAS)
Associate of Applied Science in Human Services (AAS)

Areas of Emphasis

Students combine general education, human services coursework, and internships with a specific emphasis in one or more of the following areas as part of their individualized program of study:

• Addiction Counseling
• Mental Health
• Developmental Disabilities
• Youth Services
• Gerontology
• Adult Care Home Administration
• Victim/Survivor Services

Certificates

The Human Services Department is approved to offer the following Certificates, upon successful completion of approved coursework and/or Internships:

• Addiction Counseling
• Adult Care Home Administration
• Non-Profit Management
• Victim/Survivor Services

Internships

The Human Services program prepares students for entry level and professional employment in a wide variety of careers in the helping professions. Internship arrangements have been developed with a wide array of community-based agencies which provide students with supervised learning experiences to build skills in the concentration areas. Internships range from 180- 250 hours per semester, with a minimum of four Internships required for the Bachelor degree; and a minimum of two Internships required for the Associate degree. Students should consult their Faculty Advisor or the Internship Coordinator for specific requirements.

Advising

Each student is assigned a Faculty Advisor to assist in meeting degree and program requirements. Students are to meet with their assigned Advisor each semester to ensure successful progress.