8 courses with the subject HUM, 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.
HUM 110Introduction to Human Services3
........................................................................................................................TBD This course provides a survey of the human services field including the history and philosophy of human services, human services careers, and the function of human services agencies. Students explore the reciprocal interactions between human service providers and their consumers. This course is aligned with NPRC Career Services Outcomes.
...............................................................................................Spring (Even Years) This course engages students in the study of child welfare, its historical roots, the services provided to families and children, the problems and policy issues in the current child welfare system. Students will examine the current and future provisions of child welfare services, with emphasis given to legislative mandates for service.
..........................................................................................................................TBD This externship is an experiential learning opportunity for observation and exploration in Human Services. Students will complete at least 40 hours of field experience, document experiences using a Focused Observation journal, and complete additional required tasks as determined by the placement location and the appropriate NPRC faculty member. A 1-hour seminar session is required both at the start and end of the academic term. This course is aligned with NPRC Career Services Learning Outcomes. Externship sites can be determined in coordination with the Appropriate Academic Director, Director of Student Services, or the Office of the Registrar.
........................................................................................................................TBD This externship is an experiential learning opportunity for observation and exploration in Human Services. Students will complete at least 80 hours of field experience, document experiences using a Focused Observation journal, and complete additional required tasks as determined by the placement location and the appropriate NPRC faculty member. A 1-hour seminar session is required both at the start and end of the academic term. This course is aligned with NPRC Career Services Learning Outcomes. Externship sites can be determined in coordination with the Appropriate Academic Director, Director of Student Services, or the Office of the Registrar.
........................................................................................................................TBD This externship is an experiential learning opportunity for observation and exploration in Human Services. Students will complete at least 120 hours of field experience, document experiences using a Focused Observation journal, and complete additional required tasks as determined by the placement location and the appropriate NPRC faculty member. A 1-hour seminar session is required both at the start and end of the academic term. This course is aligned with NPRC Career Services Learning Outcomes. Externship sites can be determined in coordination with the Appropriate Academic Director, Director of Student Services, or the Office of the Registrar. 2025-2026 College Catalog | 77
HUM 110 In this course, students will study and apply the practical application of competencies essential for respectful and validating work in human services agencies. Students will explore approaches for developing humanizing environments and interactions in various settings. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training is embedded within this course.
HUM 225Social Problems, Services, and Issues3
...............................................................................................Spring (Even Years) This course is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of the historical development of social welfare policy in the United States. It provides students with an opportunity to explore career choices through study of, and interactions with, area human service delivery organizations. This course requires a 20-hour field experience through site- based observation, virtual observation, or alternate video review. This course is aligned with NPRC Career Services Outcomes.
.................................................................................................... Fall (Odd Years) This course celebrates human differences, developing an appreciation of diversity and multiculturalism. It also examines the impact of discrimination and inequality on specific and generalized groups in the United States. The course will examine the responses offered by specific fields of study as well as by the larger society and segments of that society as they relate to discrimination and inequality. Course includes exploration of methods of celebrating differences.
