Associate in Applied Science in Human Services/Disability Studies
Iowa Lakes Community College
Program Details
The online AAS in Human Services/Disability Studies degree program from Iowa Lakes Community College is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment or transfer to a four-year college or university to study social work, psychology, counseling, or education/special-education. Students gain skills in planning and case management, assessment and referrals, interviewing and behavioral observations, and working with individuals and groups, equipping them for employment in:
- Public and private social service agencies
- Treatment centers for addictions
- Group homes for mental illness, domestic violence, residential treatment, and developmental disabilities
- Supported living and vocational work programs
- State and county Deparments of Human Services
- Hospital-based treatment facilities
- Correctional facilities
Requirements
This degree program requires a practicum experience.
- High school diploma or GED
School Accreditation Statement
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission