HUSE101-Reed-Fall2007

HUSE 101: Introduction to Human Services

Fall - 08

Instructor:	Judy L. Reed
Phone:	Message: 1-269-965-3931, ext. 2635
Office Hours: Online:	Arranged. I will respond to student e-mail within two working days or sooner. It is best to reach me by email: reedj@kellogg.edu or in the Discussion Forum-Questions
Course Prerequisites:	none
Textbook	Required: Corey, M. & Corey, G. (2007) Becoming a Helper, 5^th Ed., Thomson Brooks/Cole ISBN# 0-534-61452-3
Online Course Features and Requirements	Number of tests: 12 Quizzes of which 0 must be proctored. 2Unit Exams of which 2 must be proctored. Taken at any collaborative testing center Required on campus sessions: 0 Special labs or practicum: 0 Number of assignments: To be announced. Estimated time per week: 6 Group interaction required: Discussion Forums Scheduled activities or self paced: Scheduled Activities Requirements: Students must have access to the following: Equipment: You will need a computer that is able to access and interact with the Web. For best results, a Pentium or PowerMac with a 56 Kbps or faster modem and 256 MB or more of RAM should be considered the minimal system. Software: You will need one of the following Internet browsers: Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or higher; Firefox; Mac users may use Safari or Firefox. Internet connection: Home users need Internet access through an Internet Service Provider (ISP) that offers a reliable connection to the Internet. Other requirements:
Course Site:	http://bb.kellogg.edu/
Curriculum Statement:	This course will prepare you for the various roles of the human service worker within the social service organizations and in understanding the ethical commitment and legal considerations underlying the helping profession.
Description	This course introduces the student to the basic conceptual knowledge of social organizations and the role of the human service worker. Included are the beginning skills for social service practice and discussion of the ethical commitments and legal considerations underlying professional helping careers.
Objectives	As a result of successful completion of this course, a student will be able to: 1. Acquire a general understanding of the theoretical and historical developments in human services. 2. Increase knowledge and critical understanding of current social issues impacting human services. 3. Develop a critical awareness of diverse populations and to clarify their own attitudes and values toward these populations. 4. Develop a working knowledge of the various roles and skills necessary for the human service worker. 5. Become familiar with the goals and/or functions of local agencies. 6. Examine personal and professional goals as they apply to employment in local human service agencies. 7. Compare and contrast the political, social, and economic issues as these pertain to the human service fields.
Grading	To be announced.
Grading Scale	To be announced.
Academic Policies	Dropping: If you choose to withdraw, do so before the date on which the instructor’s signature is required (contact the staff in the Customer Service Center or at the KCC Centers for exact dates).
"I" Grades:	Incomplete ("I") is only given for the most extenuating circumstances.
Attendance	Research has documented that attendance and high grades have a direct relationship. Working on the course at a set time each week will help you complete the course on time. Participating in the discussion board area is a requirement for this course and will count as class attendance.
Cheating	Cheating is NOT permitted. Any students caught cheating will receive NO points for the exam or quiz in which the cheating occurred, and/or will be subject to the disciplinary procedures of Kellogg Community College (at the discretion of the instructor).
Disclaimer	Information contained in this syllabus was, to the best knowledge of the instructor, considered correct and complete when distributed for use at the beginning of the semester. However, this syllabus should not be considered a contract between Kellogg Community College and any student, nor between any student and the instructor. The instructor reserves the right, acting within the policies and procedures of Kellogg Community College, to make changes in course content or instructional techniques without notice or obligation.
Computer Access at KCC	It is assumed that students enrolled in this course have at their disposal appropriate equipment and software to complete the course work and communicate with other students. If there are problems with your equipment and/or software, it is possible to come the KCC's Campus and use the open computer lab in the Learning Resource Center. See KCC's web site for campus maps and lab times.
Online Submitting Materials	Students will be expected to use email attachments and the blackboard site for this class to submit materials.
ADA Statement	Kellogg Community College does not discriminate in the admission or treatment of students on the basis of disability. KCC is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.