Social and Behavioral Sciences - Programs

Human Services

Application Code:
1175
Degree Received:
Associate in Science (AS)
Academic Department:
Social and Behavioral Sciences

Description:

The human services program is a broadly based, applied program emphasizing both professional course work in the human services and course work in the social sciences and liberal arts. Students take courses that provide them with the skills and knowledge to be successful when working in a variety of human services agencies. Students have the opportunity to take electives in specialty areas such as education, substance abuse, criminal justice, and gerontology.

Entrance Requirements & Recommendations:

Required: Math A (algebra)

Graduation Requirements:

A minimum of 62 hours is required for graduation. The overall cumulative grade point average required for graduation is 2.0. The student must also have a 2.0 average in core courses and must satisfactorily demonstrate professionalism as outlined in the department's student handbook. All students must complete COMP 1503 (freshman composition) and a one-credit hour course in physical education. In addition, all students must have at least one course in seven of the 10 general education requirements established by the SUNY Provost. Finally, human services graduates must complete a practicum at one of over 70 participating agencies. To be eligible for the practicum, students must be in good academic standing and have complete HUSR 2083, HUSR 4033, and PSYC 1063, having earned a grade of "C"+ (2.5) in the three courses, and have a satisfactory agency background check.

Liberal Arts & Sciences - Social Science

Application Code:
0212
Degree Received:
Associate in Arts (AA)
Academic Department:
Social and Behavioral Sciences

Description:

This transfer program emphasizes course work in the social and behavioral sciences and in the liberal arts. By careful selection of electives, graduates are able to enter baccalaureate programs at the third-year level with all of their 10 general education requirements met.

Entrance Requirements & Recommendations:

  • Required: Math A (algebra)
  • Recommended: Math B (geometry and trigonometry), Biology

Graduation Requirements:

A minimum of 61 hours is required for graduation. The overall grade point average required for graduation is 2.0. All students must complete COMP 1503 (freshman composition) and one credit hour of physical education. In addition, all graduates must complete course work in eight of the 10 general education areas established by the SUNY Provost. With careful use of their open electives, students may complete all 10 general education areas.