Overview
The Human and Social Services program at Cincinnati State prepares graduates for employment in a variety of human services, social services, and behavioral health settings, including mental health, chemical dependency treatment, corrections, developmental disabilities, and other areas.
Graduates of the program earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, and are eligible to register as a Social Work Assistant (SWA) through the Ohio Counseling, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist (CSWMFT) Board.
The SWA registration process requires earning grades of C or higher in all relevant coursework, including mandatory practicum experience. In addition, those seeking SWA registration must submit an official transcript, complete BCI and FBI background checks, and complete other steps outlined on the Ohio CSWMFT Board website.
Related Programs
Human and Social Services - Addiction Studies Major (HSSAD)Contacts
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Career Outlook
Graduates Are Prepared To
- Under direct supervision, provide human, social, and community services that may include:
- - intake assessment and referral
- - screening
- - crisis intervention and resolution
- - community support
- - case management and outreach
- - record keeping
- - social assessment
- - assistance in facilitation with groups and families
- - advocacy
- - orientation, education, and prevention services
Representative Job Titles For Graduates
- Social Work Assistant
- Case Work Aide
- Social Service Assistant
- Human Service Assistant
Graduate Employment Outlook
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, opportunities for social work assistants and related positions are expected to grow by 17 percent through 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations
$38,230 annual salary
Graduate Starting Salary Projections
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Curriculum
Effective 2025-2026 academic year
Human and Social Services (HSS)
| Semester 1 | Lec | Lab | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FYE 1XX First Year Experience Elective (B) | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| ENG 101 | English Composition 1 ( G) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ADC 100 | Drugs in Society ( B) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| HSV 110 | Introduction to Human Services ( B) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| PSY 110 | Introduction to Psychology ( G) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Semester 2 | ||||
| ENG 10X English Composition Elective (G) | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| COMM 105 | Interpersonal Communication ( B) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| HSV 115 | Counseling and Interviewing Techniques ( T) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| SOC 105 | Introduction to Sociology ( B) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Semester 3 | ||||
| PSY 200 | Abnormal Psychology ( T) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| MAT 131 | Statistics 1 ( G) | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| SWK 110 | Introduction to Social Work ( B) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| HSV 210 | Treatment Planning and Documentation ( T) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Semester 4 | ||||
| HSV 215 | Group Work in Human Services ( T) | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| SWK 200 | Social Welfare Policy ( T) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| HSV 291 | Human Services Practicum 1 ( T) | 1 | 10 | 2 |
| XXX XXX Arts and Humanities Elective (G) | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Semester 5 | ||||
| PSY 225 | Lifespan Development ( T) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| HSV 220 | Family Theory and Services ( T) | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| HSV 292 | Human Services Practicum 2 ( T) | 1 | 10 | 2 |
| SWK 205 | Case Management for Human Services Professionals ( T) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Total Credits: | 58 | 22 | 61 | |
Electives
| First Year Experience Elective | ||
| FYE 100 | Essentials for College Success | 1 |
| FYE 105 | Skills for College and Personal Success | 2 |
| FYE 110 | Intensive College Success Strategies | 3 |
| English Composition Elective | ||
| ENG 102 | English Composition 2: Contemporary Issues | 3 |
| ENG 103 | English Composition 2: Writing about Literature | 3 |
| ENG 104 | English Composition 2: Technical Communication | 3 |
| ENG 105 | English Composition 2: Business Communication | 3 |
| Arts and Humanities Elective | ||
| Any OT36 Approved course from: ART, LIT, MUS, PHI, REL, or COMM 130 or any course from ASL, FRN, SPN | ||
G = General Education course in this curriculum
B = Basic Skills course in this curriculum
T = Technical course in this curriculum
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• The alternative version, when available, meets the requirements of the course version without the added letter.