P604 - Family and Human Services (Associate)

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Family and Human Services prepares students for entry-level work in human services while developing broadly transferable skills valued across many fields. The program focuses on understanding healthy family functioning and strengthening practical abilities in communication, conflict resolution, problem-solving, and advocacy.

Students develop skills that support effective work with individuals and families, and that also translate to roles requiring teamwork, leadership, and interpersonal effectiveness in community, nonprofit, business, and service-oriented settings.

Graduates may apply their transferable communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills in entry-level roles that involve working with people and supporting organizational goals. However, in the United States, additional certificates or degrees may be required before substantial employment can be expected in some areas of human services. In the human services, graduates may qualify for entry-level positions in roles such as:

• Social and community services

• Family mediation support

• Parent education programs

• Family issues and child advocacy