Human Services
Our goal in the Human Services department at CCRI is to teach students to function as competent, ethical Human Services practitioners and educators prepared to fill a variety of entry level positions in a diverse society.
Compassion in Action
The purpose of the CCRI Department of Human Services is to teach students to function as competent, ethical Human Services practitioners and educators prepared to fill a variety of entry level positions in a diverse society, well equipped to pursue a Baccalaureate degree in their chosen profession. Each concentration is designed to facilitate professional development and job market preparation balanced with courses that reflect the more traditional requirements for a well-rounded liberal arts education.
Associate Degree Programs
Concentrations in Aging and Older Adults, Mental Health, Social Work, and Substance Use Disorders.
Child development and early childhood education majors are trained to work with families, parents, young children and those who impact the development and well being of children.
Students training in the education and special needs concentrations are qualified for employment in a variety of education and social service settings.
The Criminal Justice - Associate in Science program will prepare students for positions in various criminal justice fields (e.g., policing, advocacy, and corrections) or to pursue further education at a four-year institution.
Certificate Programs
Students taking this course identify, develop, discuss, and practice necessary skills for effective case management within the human service social services community.
The certificate in Aging and Older Adults is for students who may be currently employed or interested in working with the aging or elderly populations.
The certificate in Early Childhood Education is for the working student who wishes to improve or upgrade his/her knowledge and skills in early childhood development and childcare.
The certificate in Social Services is for students who may either already be employed or interested in social services. It is a brief program (five courses) that introduces the field of social services and equips students with the necessary skills to enter the field.
The certificate in Mental Health is for students who may be currently employed or interested in working within the Mental Health Community.
This two-semester certificate program is designed for students who want to work as fitness instructors in fitness centers or as independent personal trainers.
JAA Transfer Degrees
These programs constitute a JAA transfer program to RIC or URI. Students completing a JAA plan receive an Associate's degree and enter the receiving institution with 60 credits and Junior status. Students must complete all requirements as given. Depending on GPA, students receive a tuition discount of up to 30% at the receiving institution, a waived application fee, and personalized advising.
-
Human Services Transfer, Early Childhood Education BS - Associate in Arts (RIC)
-
Human Services Transfer, Early Childhood Education BS - Associate in Arts (URI)
-
Human Services Transfer, Elementary Education BA - Associate in Arts (URI)
-
Human Services Transfer, Human Development and Family Studies - Associate in Arts (URI)
-
Human Services Transfer, Secondary Education: Biology BA - Associate in Arts (URI)
-
Human Services Transfer, Secondary Education: Chemistry BA - Associate in Arts (URI)
-
Human Services Transfer, Secondary Education: English BA - Associate in Arts (URI)
-
Human Services Transfer, Secondary Education: General Science BA - Associate in Arts (URI)
-
Human Services Transfer, Secondary Education: Mathematics BA - Associate in Arts (URI)
-
Human Services Transfer, Secondary Education: Modern Languages BA - Associate in Arts (URI)
-
Human Services Transfer, Secondary Education: Physics BA - Associate in Arts (URI)
-
Human Services Transfer, Social Work BSW - Associate in Arts (RIC)
Reach Out!
Contact Human ServicesOur goal in the Human Services department at CCRI is to teach students to function as competent, ethical Human Services practitioners and educators prepared to fill a variety of entry level positions in a diverse society.