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Human Services

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About

TCC's Human Services Professional program prepares students to work as practitioners in social, mental health, and addiction service agencies; and non-profit organizations, schools, and prisons. You’ll learn about human behavior and social problems, and how individuals interact with systems to address these issues. Students will use these skills to help people meet their physical, mental, and emotional needs.

Degrees & Certificates

The Opportunities Add Up

This program will prepare graduates to begin a rewarding career in human services, or continue their education with a bachelor’s degree.

Top Transfer Options

The Industries

  • Social services 
  • Mental health services 
  • Addiction services 
  • Non-profit sector 
  • Government 
  • Education 
  • Community health 
  • Human service agencies 

The Careers

Substance Abuse Social Worker

Assess and treat individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse problems, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs.

Healthcare Social Worker

Provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses.

Child and Family Social Worker

Provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families.

Social Service Manager

Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization.

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Support for Success & Well-Being

Tuition & Payment

TCC is typically 1/3 the cost of a state university. Find out about how much college costs so you can plan for your finances.

Financial Aid

Nearly 60 percent of all TCC students receive some kind of financial aid to help pay for school. We can help you make an investment in your education.

Ways to Pay

There are resources to help you pay for college, including scholarships, grants, workforce education funding, student emergency funds, and much more.

Veterans Benefits

Service members, military veterans, and their families have unique needs when it comes to furthering their educational goals.