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Social and Human Services (A.A.S.)

Prepare to work with diverse individuals, families, and communities facing social, behavioral health, and substance use challenges by connecting them with services, advocacy, recovery resources, and opportunities for lasting change.

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Social and human tech
Associate in Applied Science
Outcome
Two Years
Duration
Hybrid
Learning Format
Central Campus
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Hands-on learning

Gain real-world experience working with community agencies.

Career-ready training

Prepare for entry- and mid-level positions providing social, community and educational services.

Seamless transition

If desired, follow a transfer pathway aligned with a bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling or human services.

Transferable credit

Complete transferable courses meeting general education and major requirements in human services fields.

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About the Human Services Technology program

This Associate in Science degree includes curriculum related to Human Services Technology, Developmental Disabilities, Addiction and Recovery Studies and Social Services. Coursework covers human behavior, ethics, diversity, systems theory and how life challenges affect people. Through fieldwork and internships, you’ll gain experience supporting individuals and families. The program also prepares you to transfer into bachelor’s programs aligning with social work, counseling and human services.

Each concentration - Human Services Generalist, Substance Use and Social Work - provides career-focused training in client assessment, resource navigation, recovery support, and service planning. You will explore how human services, addiction treatment, and social service systems support individuals, families, and communities while developing practical skills in communication, case management, ethics, documentation, crisis response, advocacy, and service coordination.
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Frequently asked questions

Jobs are available in mental health centers, addiction programs, social services, hospitals, shelters, schools and community agencies.

Yes. Central Piedmont’s Health and Social Services program is one of only two Council for Standards in Human Services Education (CSHSE)-accredited programs in North Carolina.

There is currently no state licensure required for human services generalists. However, upon program completion, graduates will be eligible to take the national Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner exam. Students in the Addiction and Recovery Studies program may take the exam to become a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor.

Central Piedmont is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees.

The Human Services Technology program at Central Piedmont is accredited by the Council for Standards in Human Service Education (CHSE).

Council for Standards in Human Services Education
9600 SW Oak Street, Suite 565
Tigard, OR 97223
Ph: 503-253-9385
Website: https://www.cshse.org

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