A. This introductory course will cover the functions, history, ethical standards, theories, basic listening skills, and cultural competencies required for professionals in the field of Human Services.

A. Topics will include use of career information, elements of self awareness, career exploration, decision making, and skill identification, developing personal career interest, values clarification, skill reviews; and job search skills.

A. This course focuses on human development throughout the lifespan, from birth to death. Students will examine central conepts related to human development as well as continuity and change within the developin individual.

A. This course addresses issues relevant for those who will work in human services and require knowledge of issues relevant to Appalachian recipients of service.

A. An overview of Counseling and Human Services. Focus is on ethics, practice, current research and topical events related to the Counseling and Human Services professions.

A. Includes skills and knowledge involved in effective development and administration of small human services programs and agencies: organizing, setting goals, and estimating needs, recruiting, selecting, orienting, supervisin, and evaluating employees; securing and managing financial resources.