Bruce Ciaramella Program Coordinator
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Human Services Practitioner

Mission

The Human Service Practitioner Program provides formal education and practice in the disciplines of mental health, gerontology, and human services.Students are prepared to work with people in a wide variety of human service settings through classroom discussion, internships,distance learning and the development of interpersonal skills. Students come to understand and to appreciate the many dimensions of the human experience and are encouraged to develop their own unique abilities to work together with individuals, families, and agencies. Students are prepared for employment in the human services network and for further education leading to advanced degrees.

Programs of Study

• Gerontology (HG)
• Gerontology/Activities Specialist (HV)
• Human Services Practitioner (HS)

A high school diploma, GED, or passing score on a federally approved Ability To Benefit Test is required for admission to all programs. Contact the Admissions Office for more information.

• View a complete list of Human Services Practitioner courses.

Announcements

I would like to encourage all students in the Human Service Practitioner Program to meet with Coordinator Bruce Ciaramella before the beginning of spring semester 2010.

All second year students please be aware that "Advanced Helping Skills" (MEH 206 LR) is a required course for graduation and is traditionally only offered in the Spring Semester. Please contact Bruce Ciaramella, ext. 5480) if you have any questions