Human Services
- TRANSFER DEGREE
- MIDDLETOWN CAMPUS
- NEWBURGH CAMPUS
- DISTANCE LEARNING
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Human Services Gateway Courses:
- Gateway courses: HMS 101, PSY 111, SOC 101
- Key courses: PSY 260, SOC 231, PHL 220, HMS 201 and ENG 160, HMS 202 and ENG 161
- Electives: PSY electives, PED 111
Courses above have been recommended by the department to help introduce you to the program (Gateway courses) and guide you in selecting courses that will provide you with the best academic experience (Key courses and suggested Electives).
- PPREREQUISITE
- CCOREQUISITE
- P/CPRE/COREQUISITE
First Semester
| Course # | Course Name | P, C, P/C | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | Freshman English 1 (G10A [w] & G11A) | P | 3 |
| COM 101 | Foundations of Communication (G10A [o] & G11A) | 3 | |
| PSY 111 | Introduction to Psychology (G3A) | 3 | |
| SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology (G3A & G6A) | 3 | |
| HMS 101 | Intro to Human Services (G3A & G6A) | 3 | |
| PES 100 | Concepts of Physical Wellness | 1 | |
| Total Semester Credits | 16 |
Milestones
During this semester, students should:
- Meet with Human Services coordinator to review program and individual goals
- Conduct preliminary discussions with program coordinator regarding career and/or transfer paths and interests/goals
- Review academic and departmental requirements for Field placement
Second Semester
| Course # | Course Name | P, C, P/C | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 102 | Freshman English 2 (G7A & G12A) | P | 3 |
| _______ | SUNY U.S. History and Gov (G4A) | 3 | |
| PSY ___ | Psychology Elective* | 3 | |
| ________ | SUNY Natural Sciences (G2A) | 3-4 | |
| PHL 220 | Ethics (G7A) | P | 3 |
| PES ____ | Physical Education Elective | 1 | |
| Total Semester Credits | 16-17 |
Milestones
During this semester, students should:
- Register for HMS 101 (if not completed in the Fall semester)
- Attend field placement orientation
- Review academic and departmental requirements for Field Placement
- Create a draft resume
- Explore and research desired placement options (agencies, organizations, populations, settings)
Third Semester
| Course # | Course Name | P, C, P/C | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| _______ | Restricted Elective** | 3 | |
| PSY 260 | Introduction to Counseling | P | 3 |
| SOC 120 | Social Problems (G3A & G6A) | 3 | |
| MAT 120 | Introduction to Statistics (G1A) | P | 3 |
| HMS 201 | Human Services Field Experience 1 | P, C | 2 |
| ENG 160 | Technical Writing | P | 1.5 |
| Total Semester Credits | 15.5 |
Milestones
During this semester, students should:
- Begin transfer advising process
- Communicate with transfer institutions to determine the necessary steps to successfully transfer
- Update resume
- Explore and research desired placement options for 2nd placement
Fourth Semester
| Course # | Course Name | P, C, P/C | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| _______ | SUNY World History (G5A) | 3 | |
| _______ | SUNY World Languages (G9A) | 3 | |
| _______ | SUNY Arts (G8A) | 3 | |
| SOC 231 | The Family (G3A & G6A) | P | 3 |
| HMS 202 | Human Services Field Experience 2 | P, C | 2 |
| ENG 161 | Technical Writing | P | 1.5 |
| Total Semester Credits | 15.5 |
Milestones
During this semester, students should:
- Apply for graduation
- Finalize transfer plans or secure employment plan
TOTAL DEGREE CREDITS: 63-64
Notes
*PSY 220 (Developmental Psychology), PSY 221 (Child Psychology), PSY 222 (Adolescent Psychology), PSY 230 (Abnormal Psychology) or PSY 223 (Adulthood and Aging)
**Psychology course, SUNY Gen Ed course, or PED 111 Substance Abuse and Health
