HMNS (Human Services)

HMNS 1010 � Orientation to Human Services - 3 Credits
This course provides a working familiarity with theories of human development as they apply to the fundamental processes of personal and professional values and attitudes generic to the helping process and the practical application of helping models to various human service vocational areas. This course is required for all entering students and is a prerequisite for field placement. Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 1020 � Introduction to Children�s Residential Services - 3 Credits
This is the first course for those seeking a career in children�s residential treatment, and is also required for those seeking certification. Students are taught the basics of physical and emotional care, the etiology, symptoms and treatment of behavioral disorders and children�s psychological disturbances. Emphasis is placed on appropriate attitude and value development, as well as mastery of behavior management skills. Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 1 hour

HMNS 1040 � Drugs and Human Behavior - 4 Credits
This course provides general and specialized knowledge concerning the bio-psycho-social antecedents and consequences of drug taking behaviors. Additionally, it carefully examines the nature of compulsion as it relates to the activity addictions. The use of medical, behavioral and psychodynamic models promote an understanding of addiction as a process. Identification, assessment, intervention, treatment and relapse prevention skills are taught toward competency development in the areas of health promotion and disease prevention when working with individuals, groups and families.Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 4 hours

HMNS 1060* � American Sign Language I - 3 Credits
A beginner�s course in the sign language of the deaf in the United States. The course equips the student with skills which enables communication in American Sign Language, both expressively and receptively. Topics relevant to the use of sign language � the role of signs in American education of the deaf, the oral vs. manual controversy, the philosophy of total communication and standards and ethics of sign language interpreting are discussed. Students are expected to attain competency with 600 common signs and to adhere to acceptable standards in utilizing this skill. *Elective for Liberal Arts. Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 1070* � American Sign Language II - 3 Credits
An intermediate level course in the sign language of the deaf in the United States. This course will concentrate on improving skills acquired in HMNS 1060 toward effective conversational skills, both expressive and receptive. Students will be expected to attain competency with 600 signs and a working knowledge of American Sign Language. *Elective for Liberal Arts Program (Prerequisite: HMNS 1060). Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 1080 � Health, Nutrition and the Young Child - 3 Credits
Students are provided with basic concepts of health, nutrition and food science as they apply to the care and education of young children, for incorporation into programming and curriculum in a wide variety of early childhood settings. Approved by the Department of Education for RI Early Childhood Teacher Certification. Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 1090 � Foundations of Geriatric Programming - 3 Credits
Using a competency based approach students will receive the specialized skills needed to plan and implement the professional delivery of direct services to senior adults, nursing home residents, the frail and elderly and the chronic or disabled senior patient. Construction and interpretation of diagnostic assessments are included as part of activity planning which addresses the physical, social and emotional needs of the nursing home client. Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 1110 � Activity Professional: Basic Education I - 3 Credits
A beginning level, Basic Education course designed to prepare participants to function as Activity Professionals in an informed, ethical and effective manner within the prevailing health care continuum serving the aging and elderly adult. Developmentally appropriate practice delivery methods, standards and documentation and long-term care skills will be addressed using the NAAP/NCCAP approved curriculum. Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 1120 � Activity Professional: Basic Education II - 3 Credits
Part two of the Activity Professional training curriculum covers the specifics of care planning and methods for effective service delivery and explores professional issues including state and federal regulations, staff relations, balanced programming, qualitative research and the broader continuum of care for the aging and elderly adult using the NAAP/NCCAP approved curriculum. (Prerequisite: HMNS 1110). Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 1130 � Introduction to Interpersonal Violence - 3 Credits
This course is designed to introduce the student to current research and theories of interpersonal violence. Developmental approaches as well as psychological and sociological theories will be explored as they relate to the effects of interpersonal violence on individuals and society. A systems perspective will look at both victim and perpetrator profiles in the areas of child abuse and neglect, attachment abuse, elder abuse, partner abuse, hate crimes and youth violence. Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 1140 � Interventions in Interpersonal Violence- 3 Credits
This course is designed as an extension of Introduction to Interpersonal Violence and will explore the continuum of prevention, intervention and treatment in interpersonal violence. Treatment and intervention models will be addressed as well as current research describing advocacy, psychological, sociological and systems approaches. The specific strategies suggested by each will be reviewed toward providing the student with skills for appropriate interventions. Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 1150 � Direct Support Professional Training I
This is the first course in a sequence of professional development required for human service workers providing direct care to people with significant, severe and profound developmental disabilities. Knowledge and skills training appropriate to regional educational, occupational and community care facilities are presented to foster student understanding and translated for practical application and career development. Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 1160 � Direct Support Professional Training II
This is the second course in a sequence of competency based professional development required for direct care providers in the field of developmental disabilities. General content areas identified in Direct Support Professional Training I are expanded in ways that support the development of hands on skills with populations served by regional education, occupational and community care facilities. Skill enhancement toward career advancement is addressed and preparation for the ROC Competency Exam is included. Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

Level I Field & Practicum Experiences - 3 Credits
Designed to train students in basic human service skills through a combination of field placement and seminar activities. (Prerequisite: Grades of C or better in Orientation to Human Services and required human service courses.)

HMNS 1200 �Human Services Practicum I - 3 Credits
The purpose of this course is to develop and refine those observation, communication, presentation, writing and service skills appropriate for entry level placement in a social service environment. It is designed to assist students in clarifying a concentration by providing a skill specific seminar and a 50 hour Service Learning Practicum. Placement is based upon instructor assessment of student readiness. Locations are sought which maximize opportunities for students to engage in community service, civic commitments and the development of social consciousness. (Prerequisites: HMNS 1010, 2200. Grades of C or better required.

HMNS 1210 � Field Experience and Seminar I -Child Development - 3 Credits
The aim of the course is to help students gain entry level skills for working with young children. Students are introduced to techniques for establishing rapport with young children and to skills and materials that promote the cognitive, social-emotional and physical development of young children. (Prerequisites: HMNS 1010, 2100. Grades of C or better required.)

HMNS 1220 � Field Experience and Seminar I -Education/Special Needs
- 3 Credits
This course provides the student with hands-on training in a classroom or other education facility with typical and/or special needs students. Students gain entry level skills in instructional work, developing rapport, behavior management, student assessments and materials presentation. Seminar addresses issues relating to field placements. (Prerequisite: HMNS 1010 and either 2060 or 2070. Grades of C or better required.)

HMNS 2010 � American Sign Language III
This is an intermediate level sign language course that emphasizes further development of expressive and receptive skills appropriate for a broad range of conversational situations. Grammatical functions are stressed along with a more in depth study of Deaf History, Deaf Culture, linguistics and the use of classifiers. Grade of C or better required. (Prerequisite: HMNS 1060, 1070) Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS-2020 � American Sign Language IV
This course provides the second level of intermediate study in American Sign Language. Expressive and receptive skills are expanded and refined toward advancing the participant toward interpreter training in fields beyond human service settings. Proficiency in areas calling for in depth dialogue with individuals and group members from the Deaf Community is stressed. Grade of C or better required. (Prerequisite: HMNS 1060, 1070, 2010) Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2030 � Emergent Literacy: Reading Readiness in ECE
This course is designed to introduce the theoretical foundations of emergent literacy and develop teacher competencies in the areas of developmental assessment, teaching methodology and curriculum planning and implementation. This course is required for RI Certification in Early Childhood Education. Grade of C or better required. (Prerequisite: HMNS 2100, 2120, 1210, 2310) Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2060 � Introduction to Education - 3 Credits
This course is designed to develop in the student a knowledge and understanding of our educational system. Included for discussion will be foundations of American education, the public school system, the classroom environment, awareness of cultural diversity and learning styles, age appropriate teaching strategies and curriculum and materials development. This is a required course for teacher associates. Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2070 � Characteristics and Needs of Special Populations - 3 Credits
An introductory course examining children and adults who differ significantly mentally, physically, socially/behaviorally or in communicative skills. Origins, educational modifications and placement alternatives will be discussed. This is a required course for Special Education, Education and Child Development majors. Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2080 � Case Study Development- 2 Credits
This two credit course is an applied learning experience that links and illuminates theoretical and academic information discussed in class with a student currently enrolled in an actual school based program, in order to promote an understanding of differences in learning and development. Students will complete a minimum of 30 contact hours in an educational setting that includes children with disabilities. Lecture: 1 hour, Lab: 2 hours

HMNS 2100 � Child Growth and Development Skills - 3 Credits
An introduction to the physical, social, intellectual and emotional growth of children. Students also explore various teaching styles for guiding the growth and development of young children. As part of the course, students will be required to spend additional time observing and/or working with children in actual or simulated child development settings. Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2110 � Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare - 4 Credits
An overview of social work as a profession, including its history, values, practices, methods and settings. The structure and organization of public, private and voluntary social service and welfare programs and their interconnection in the human service delivery network are studied. Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 4 hours

HMNS 2120 � Curriculum for Young Children - 3 Credits
This course is designed to develop those skills necessary to plan programs for young children in a variety of early childhood settings. The main emphases of the course are on understanding how children learn and on developing materials and techniques for assisting them in this process. (Prerequisite: HMNS 2100 or equivalent experience approved by instructor; highly recommend enrollment in HMNS 2310 or current employment in early childhood education setting.) Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2130 � Therapeutic Interventions I: Working with Individuals - 3 Credits
A comprehensive overview of major therapeutic models � psychoanalytic, reality therapy, gestalt, transactional, rational-emotive and behavioral � and related intervention techniques for meeting the needs of individual clients of all ages (children, adolescents, adults) in social work and mental health settings. Emphasis is also placed on skills needed for formulation of bio-psycho-social case/treatment plans. (Prerequisite: HMNS 2200). Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2135 � Therapeutic Interventions II: Group Process and Practice - 3 Credits
A comprehensive overview of major therapeutic models and related intervention methods for use with families and small groups. Emphasis is placed upon skills for constructing and facilitating groups in social service and mental health settings. (Prerequisites: HMNS 1010, 2200. HMNS 2130 also recommended. Grades of C or better required.) Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2140 � Guiding Children's Behavior - 3 Credits
A review of the problems encountered by child-care workers in residential centers. Emphasis is placed on practical solutions to common problems, such as group living issues and staff and community relationships. The professional role of the child care worker in improving the mental health of children is also covered. As part of the course, students will be required to spend additional time observing and/or working with children in actual or simulated child-care settings. Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2150 � Parent and Child Relations - 3 Credits
This course will explore the parent-child relationship as this relationship develops within the family. Special attention will be placed upon the various developmental stages that both children and parents pass through and, in turn, how children and parents influence each other�s development. Selected topics such as cultural diversity and alternative child-rearing methods, the effects of divorce and disease on children and child abuse will be discussed. Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2160 � Prevention, Methods and Materials - 3 Credits
Theories of primary, secondary and tertiary prevention as they apply to individuals, groups, families and communities are explored. In didactic and experiential fashion the student will become familiar with methods and materials toward health promotion and prevention program competency building. The focus of this course is to help the student learn how to use science based knowledge, skills and personhood to aid in communication, value clarification, and decision-making, toward prevention of maladaptive behaviors such as substance and other addictions. Concrete program designing and evaluation techniques are developed. Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2170 � Learning Disabilities - 3 Credits
The purpose of the course is to develop an understanding of children with learning disabilities and skills appropriate to a variety of educational and service settings. Topics included are auditory, visual-perceptual and motor difficulties, language delay, hyperactivity, development of self-concept, characteristics of learning disabilities, diagnostic tests used to determine learning disabilities and appropriate remediational techniques. (Completion of HMNS 2070 strongly recommended. Grade of C or better required.) Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2180 � Significant Developmental Disabilities - 3 Credits
The purpose of the course is to develop in the student an understanding of individuals with Significant Developmental Disabilities. Topics include characteristics, needs, support strategies, technological advances, modified teaching techniques and life span issues. As part of the course, students will spend time performing actual hands-on activities to enhance skills for developing appropriate individual intervention plans and remedial techniques useful in education as well as other community settings. Instruction describing the characteristics of individuals with severe disabilities including multi-sensory impairment, severe mental retardation and profound multiple disabilities is provided and strategies to enhance functional activities through technology, supportive equipment and environmental modifications are included. (Completion of HMNS 2070 recommended. Grade of C or better required.) Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2190 � Infant/Toddler Care: Methods and Materials - 3 Credits
This course is designed to assist in the planning of curriculum and care plans for infants and toddlers in home and center-based settings. Emphasis will be on developing skills for planning, selecting materials and designing the physical and social environments related to the promotion of infant and toddler development. (Completion of HMNS 2100 recommended. Grade of C or better required.) Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2200 � Interviewing Skills - 3 Credits
An in-depth study of the interviewing process, including methods for creating client rapport and most importantly how to obtain and assess client information. Data collection and client assessment are the initial steps in the social service process, and therefore this is the first course in the social work, mental health, gerontology and substance abuse concentrations for teaching appropriate intervention strategies. Students are taught how to use the interviewing process to initiate helping strategies for use in mental health and a variety of social service settings. Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2210 � Family Intervention Skills - 3 Credits
Most families developing in contemporary society experience some pain, trauma and difficulty. This course offers a theoretical background for understanding family development and will examine trauma within the framework of family theory. Students will be encouraged to identify how each trauma impacts the family and how those traumas may be prevented and treated. The critical premise upon which this course is based is that because families work as systems, trauma does not occur as an isolated event, but rather must be viewed within the context of the system. (Recommended prerequisites: PSYC 2010, HMNS 1010, 2130, or permission of instructor). Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2220 � Social Work Program and Policy Analysis - 3 Credits
This course critically analyzes the values, theories, history, economics and politics associated with the development, implementation and evaluation of social policies and programs. Special attention will be paid to policies in the areas of poverty, education, health, race and sex. In addition to understanding the forces and processes which establish or change social policies, emphasis will be placed on the systematic analysis of both existing and proposed social policy. Students will review current trends in national social policies and their effect on state/federal programs with particular attention focused on oppressed populations. This course places heavy emphasis on critical analysis. Students will learn to build on their skills in analyzing and critiquing various social policies. (Prerequisite: SOCS 1010, HMNS 1010, 1200, 2110, 2200). Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2230 � Individuals, Families and Small Groups - 3 Credits
This course examines how biological, psychological, social and cultural influences affect the behavior of individuals and families and emphasizes an understanding of how human behavior is affected by social context and the forces of oppression. It will pay special attention to the impact of oppression on women, lesbians and gay men, persons with physical disabilities and the aged and upon the skills required to work with these populations using an ecological/generalist person in environment approach. (Recommended prerequisites: HMNS 1010, HMNS 1200, HMNS 2110, PSYC 2020, PSYC 2030, BIOL 1010 recommended). Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2240 � Social Research Methods - 3 Credits
This course provides students with instruction in the concepts and methods used in the conduct of social work research. By creating a foundation for empirically grounded practice, the course builds skills that will enable students to fill the role of social work practitioner/researchers. This course will cover practice-based problems: formulation, research design, sampling, measurement, data collection, ethical issues and their application to social work settings. Particular attention will be given to the application of course material for developing skills to evaluate one�s own social work practice, social agency programs and the research of others. (Prerequisite: SOCS 1010, HMNS 1010, 1200, 2110). Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2250 � Social Systems, Institutions & Organizations - 3 Credits
This course is designed to offer students a sound theoretical base for social work intervention at both the micro and macro levels of social organization. The relationship between �private troubles� and �public issues� is stressed using social science theory in conjunction with social work values and concerns. Students will also be provided an opportunity to learn the system framework as a means of analyzing human behavior. Focus will be on how the experience of class, political structure, race, ethnicity, community and organizations influence human behavior and are influenced by the needs and demands of people in the society. As a foundation course for the study of social work practice with large groups and communities within a generalist framework, this course focuses on institutional inequality and oppression. The implications of structural inequality for human behavior will be addressed especially as it impacts various racial, ethnic and minority groups who are likely to be consumers of social services. The role of organizations both in the lives of recipients as well as social service workers will be analyzed to gain a better understanding of human behavior as it is influenced by and reflects the larger social structures in which it takes place. In sum, we will look at the dynamic relationship between the individual society and society in the individual and underscore the personal as political.(Prerequisite: SOCS 1010, HMNS 1010, 1200, 2130). Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2260 � Activity Professionals Practicum I - 3 Credits
A ninety (90) hour supervised practicum experience during which time students, having completed Activity Professional Basic Education I and II, gain hands on experience in inpatient and long term care facilities, outpatient and assisted living programs and community based agencies which serve the aging and elderly adult using the NAAP/NCCAP approved curriculum. (Prerequisites: HMNS 1110 and HMNS 1120). Grade of C or better required.

HMNS 2270 � Urban Education Practicum I - 1 Credit
This is a one credit urban education practicum that includes an on campus weekly seminar. Students will be placed in an urban educational setting for approximately three (3) hours per week for ten (10) weeks and can select this only if they are currently taking or have completed HMNS 2060. Grade of C or better required.

HMNS 2280 � Advanced Management Part I for Activity Professionals - 3 Credits
This course introduces the student to skills necessary for enhancing staff and personal productivity in the planning and delivery of services to the elderly. It provides the foundation for individual, administrative and supervisory functions and skills essential for administrative effectiveness in a variety of settings. NAAP/NCCAP approved. (Prerequisite: HMNS 1110, 1120). Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

HMNS 2285 � Advanced Management Part II for Activity Professionals - 3 Credits
This course assumes familiarity with the content of Part I and extends that knowledge to include Clinical Practice Skills, knowledge of standards of practice, physiology and human development. The NAAP/NCCAP regulations require a two-semester course in Advanced Management for certification of Activity Professional; Part I introducing the student to principles and best practice skills, Part II advancing to policy and procedural issues within a wide variety of settings. (Prerequisite: HMNS 1110, 1120, 2280). Grade of C or better required. Lecture: 3 hours

Level II Field Experiences - 3 Credits
Designed to develop intermediate skills in various disciplines. Students are assigned to cooperating agencies and schools for 90-110 hours per semester. Students are also required to attend a one- to two-hour seminar each week. (Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in Field I and required human service courses.) Seminar:1-2 hrs.,
Field Work:6-8 hrs.

HMNS 2310 � Field Experience and Seminar II - Child Development - 3 Credits
Students will refine instructional skills and begin to develop skills related to assessing the needs of young children and developing appropriate activities for them. (Prerequisites: HMNS 1010, 2100, 1210. Corequisite: HMNS 2120. Grades of C or better required.)

HMNS 2320 � Field Experience and Seminar II -Education/Special Needs - 3 Credits
This course refines skills of behavior management, assessment, instructional methodology and beginning skills in lesson development in settings for typical and special needs children and adults. Emphasis is on working with individuals and small groups while initiating larger group control. (Prerequisites: HMNS 1010, 2060 or 2070, 1220. Grades of C or better required.)

HMNS 2340 � Field Experience and Seminar II -Social Work and Gerontology - 3 Credits
The goals of the course are refinement of intake and communication skills, development of basic skills in client advocacy, assessment and intervention, and tools for meeting physical, social-emotional and cognitive needs of clients in agency and community settings. (Prerequisites: HMNS 1010, 2200, 1200. Grades of C or better required.)

HMNS 2360 � Field Experience and Seminar II -Mental Health and Substance Abuse - 3 Credits
The goals of this course are refinement of intake assessment, prevention and intervention skills that will allow students to begin taking a more active role in meeting the needs of clients in mental health and substance abuse settings. (Prerequisites: HMNS 1010, 2200, 1200. Grades of C or better required.)

Level III Field Experiences - 3 Credits
Designed to develop and advance implementation skills in all Human Service concentrations. Students will be assigned to a cooperating agency or school for 90-110 hours per semester. Students are required to attend a one- to two-hour seminar each week. (Prerequisites: Grades of C or better in Fields I and II and required human service courses.) Seminar: 1-2 hours, Field Work: 6-8 hours

HMNS 2410 � Field Experience and Seminar III -Child Development - 3 Credits
Refinement of instructional skills and developing methods of implementing a curriculum that meets both individual and group needs throughout the semester are the goals of the course. This planning will culminate in the student�s taking full charge of the childhood program during the last part of the semester.(Prerequisites: HMNS 1010, 1210, 2100, 2120, 2310. Grades of C or better required.)

HMNS 2420 � Field Experience and Seminar III -Education/Special Needs - 3 Credits
The goal of this course is to develop and refine instructional techniques, behavioral strategies and lesson development and implementation for individual, small and large groups of typical and special needs students. (Prerequisites: HMNS 1010, 2060 or 2070, 1220, 2320. Grades of C or better required.)

HMNS 2440 � Field Experience and Seminar III -Social Work and Gerontology - 3 Credits
Students will be expected to utilize skills and clinical supervision acquired thus far to demonstrate increased ability to assess, plan and perform independently in response to clients serviced in social work and gerontology settings. (Prerequisites: HMNS 1010, 1200, 2200, 2340. Grades of C or better required.)

HMNS 2460 � Field Experience and Seminar III -Mental Health and Substance Abuse - 3 Credits
Students will be expected to demonstrate a refinement of skills and an increased ability to operationalize knowledge gained thus far toward meeting the physical, emotional, cognitive and clinical needs of clients served by mental health and substance abuse service providers.(Prerequisites: HMNS 1010, 1200, 2200, 2360. Grades of C or better required.)

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