17 courses with the subject HSRV, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
HSRV 101Introduction to Social Work/Human Services3
This course provides an overview of the US Social Welfare system by examining its history, systems, laws, programs, policies, services, worker roles, and client populations and their problems. Student learning focuses on two key areas: professional development and career planning and the acquisition of knowledge of the US Social Welfare system. Students will work in groups to develop a case plan and presentation. This course emphasizes reading, writing, communication, and critical thinking skills. ENGL 099 Introductory Writing, and MATH 001 Preparation for College Math I or MATH 010 Fundamentals of Mathematics; waiver by placement testing results; or departmental approval.
This course provides a structured environment within which students can increase awareness of own and others’ attitudes, emotions, and behaviors and how these support or detract from meeting individual and group needs. Students begin to build knowledge and skills which facilitate effective group process. Topics include group formation, types of groups, effective communication, problem solving and decision making, guiding discussions, managing conflict, leadership, and teamwork. Student learning focuses on four key areas: self-assessment, personal development, professional development and career planning, and skill development for effective group process. by placement testing results; or departmental approval.
This course provides a theoretical and practical overview of entry- level generalist human service practice with all client systems. Special emphasis is given to the continued development of helping skills including relationship building, assessment, goal setting, problem solving, decision making, and evaluation. Particular attention is placed on working effectively with clients from diverse social backgrounds and classes and within a variety of provider systems. Core competencies of reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking are emphasized in this course. approval.
This course utilizes the concepts of diversity and oppression to build the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to human- service workers serving women, minority, and low-income clients. Examples of how social welfare laws, programs, benefits, and services have promoted, limited, or denied social equity to diverse client groups are explored. Topics include systems of privilege and disadvantage, power, cultural systems for managing diversity, social identity, and social justice. Discrimination based on race, gender, age, ethnicity, national origins, sexual variance or orientation, ability/disability, and other factors are examined. Professional and personal ethics and values which foster equality are promoted. The core competencies of reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking are emphasized. ENGL 099 Introductory Writing, and MATH 001 Preparation for College Math I or MATH 010 Fundamentals of Mathematics; waiver by placement testing results; or departmental approval.
This course offers a historical perspective on the treatment of the mentally ill, an overview of current clinical diagnoses and treatment methodologies, and an introduction to crisis intervention and behavior management in residential and rehabilitative settings. Students develop knowledge of the behavioral model and of the use of drugs as a behavioral management tool and acquire skill in writing behavioral objectives and developing task analysis. Avoidance of labeling is emphasized. ENGL 099 Introductory Writing, and MATH 001 Preparation for College Math I or MATH 010 Fundamentals of Mathematics; waiver by placement testing results; or permission of instructor.
This course is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of the fundamental knowledge and skills needed for working effectively with people with developmental disabilities. The course has two components: students work with developmentally-challenged individuals in Department of Developmental Services sites and attend a weekly on-campus seminar. The Community Support Skill Standards (national standards for Human Service workers) are extensively reviewed, and students are expected to develop a beginning level of skill in four of them. Students keep journals and time logs to report on and enhance their performance and learning at their work sites. Regular reading and writing assignments are included as part of the seminar. Learning methods include guest lectures, videos, group discussions, and small-group simulations. This course is limited to Urban Youth Program students selected for participation by Road to Responsibility. Work-site placements are determined by representatives from Road to Responsibility in conjunction with the Massasoit coordinator.
This course uses a psychosocial approach to examine addiction and explore its causes and impact on individuals and groups in American society. Emphasis is placed on understanding prevailing attitudes about addiction, exploring varied definitions and types of addiction, and examining the impact of addiction on business, family systems, the judicial system, and society as a whole. The concepts of prevention and treatment are explored and a variety of prevention and treatment methodologies are reviewed. Addictive behaviors such as alcoholism, drug abuse, workaholism, eating disorders, runner’s high, and gambling are explored. Additionally, domestic violence, especially as it relates to addiction and substance abuse, are examined. ENGL 099 Introductory Writing, and MATH 001 Preparation for College Math I or MATH 010 Fundamentals of Mathematics; waiver by placement testing results; or permission of instructor.
This course offers specialized knowledge and skills in various contemporary topics of importance in the human services field. A small group seminar format and individualized projects are used. Limited to two courses on different topics per student.
This course covers the physiological, sociological, and psychological development of the individual with developmental disabilities from birth through senescence and death. The three main causes of developmental disabilities (genetics, prenatal, and postnatal) are examined. An overview of syndromes such as Downs, spectrum disorders such as autism, physical disorders such as spina bifida and head injury, etc. are explored. Emphasis is placed on how the disabled person copes with changes and challenges across varied life stages such as during maturation, puberty, adolescence, and adulthood. The role of family and other social support systems is examined. Students are exposed to methods for promoting effective communication with clients, families, colleagues, and other caregivers. Legal and ethical issues such as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), court decisions, litigation, ethics, and guardianship issues are examined and discussed.
This course provides an overview of the knowledge and skills needed by workers in the field of addiction treatment. Students develop an understanding of the treatment process. They explore varied counseling skills such as evaluation, screening, assessment, treatment planning, documentation, and interviewing. Students gain a basic level of competency in documentation, assessment, and interviewing skills. ENGL 099 Introductory Writing, and MATH 001 Preparation for College Math I or MATH 010 Fundamentals of Mathematics; waiver by placement testing results; or permission of instructor.
This course involves independent work on a selected topic under the direction of members of the Human Services Department. Limited to two courses per student. Dean.
