Social & Human Services

Minimum Admission Requirements

Prerequisites

1. Transcripts: Must be a high school graduate or equivalent and provide an official transcript. Send official transcripts from high school, GED and all colleges attended to the college Registrar.
   
   Home-schooled students must submit a copy of the home school’s approved registration from the state in which they are registered.


2. College Ready: College ready is demonstrated by the following:


• High School GPA > 2.8, or
• College coursework in English (ENG 111 or ENG 002 with a grade of P1 or equivalent), or
• Minimum Placement test scores (RISE test or equivalent)
• English: Test out of TIER 1
• Math: Students should consider taking a math course if planning to transfer to a four-year college or university

Need more information about prerequisites? Email a Health Science Admissions Coordinator at [email protected].

Program Clinical Experience (Internships)

Clinical experience is a cornerstone of the Social & Human Services program. Students complete two supervised internship placements designed to translate classroom learning into professional practice.

What to Expect

• 9–12 hours per week in a community agency for 16 weeks
• Minimum of 144 hours (first placement) and 192 hours (second placement)
• Supervision by both an on-site agency supervisor and qualified CCC faculty
• Weekly activity logs, supervision meetings, and ongoing performance evaluations
• Opportunities to explore career interests aligned with target populations (children, seniors, disability services, mental health, family support, treatment settings, etc.)

Placement Opportunities

Students gain experience in settings such as:

• Mental health centers
• Child and family service agencies
• Substance use and recovery programs
• Schools and youth programs
• Rehabilitation and correctional facilities
• Community outreach and support organizations

Students currently employed in a human services role may request to complete internship hours at their workplace, provided they are developing new skills, responsibilities, or knowledge aligned with program goals.

Eligibility Requirements

Before beginning internship placements, students must:

• Complete at least 12 semester hours of required HSE core courses with a grade of C or higher
• Maintain a 2.0 GPA (minimum)
• Meet agency requirements such as health documentation, background checks, or drug screening
• Follow NOHS ethical standards and Carteret CC professional conduct expectations
• Receive approval from the Program Chair

Internship performance is held to high standards to ensure both client safety and professional readiness.

Learning Outcomes

Build Professional Competence

• Demonstrate ethical, accountable, client-centered behaviors expected of Human Service professionals.
• Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, matching client needs to appropriate community resources.

Develop Key Skills

• Learn interviewing, counseling, group facilitation, crisis response, and communication techniques essential to direct client care.
• Apply classroom knowledge to real-world client interactions through supervised clinical experiences.

Demonstrate Content Mastery

• Achieve competency across all major areas of the curriculum.
• Prepare to sit for the Human Services–Board Certified Practitioner (HS-BCP) exam.

Grow Personally & Professionally

• Strengthen self-awareness, cultural humility, empathy, and emotional intelligence.
• Develop leadership qualities and a lifelong commitment to learning in the helping professions.

Career Paths

A degree in Social & Human Services opens doors to a wide variety of meaningful careers. Graduates may qualify for positions in:

• Mental health agencies
• Child and family services
• Social service agencies
• Rehabilitation programs
• Youth services and educational support
• Correctional and re-entry programs
• Community outreach and nonprofit organizations

Common job titles include:

• Human Services Assistant
• Case Management Aide
• Social Services Assistant
• Behavioral Health Technician
• Family Support Worker
• Residential Counselor
• Activity/Program Coordinator
• Intake or Outreach Specialist

With projected growth in the field and increasing community need, Human Services offers strong career stability and advancement opportunities. Many graduates continue their education through transfer pathways to four-year institutions or pursue national credentialing as HS-BCP practitioners.

Transfer Opportunities

Looking to transfer to a university after you complete your HST degree at Carteret CC? Explore your options.

AAS Degree - Social & Human Services

An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree is built to get you career-ready. Completed in about two (2) years, you’ll gain classroom knowledge and hands-on experience while applying scientific and business principles to real-world work in areas such as healthcare, information technology, development, production, business administration, management, or service.

Certificate - Addiction & Recovery

Certificate programs are short-term training options that can typically be completed in one (1) year or less. They are designed to prepare you for employment, upgrade your skills, or provide retraining—helping you quickly gain the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to advance in the workforce.

Certificate - Social & Human Services

Certificate programs are short-term training options that can typically be completed in one (1) year or less. They are designed to prepare you for employment, upgrade your skills, or provide retraining—helping you quickly gain the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to advance in the workforce.

Certificate - Social Work

Certificate programs are short-term training options that can typically be completed in one (1) year or less. They are designed to prepare you for employment, upgrade your skills, or provide retraining—helping you quickly gain the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to advance in the workforce.

Pathway - Social & Human Services (CCP)

Career & College Promise (CCP) offers high school students the opportunity to take tuition-free college courses that count toward both high school and college graduation requirements. In about two years or less, students can complete college credits, certificates, or other credentials—giving them a valuable head start on their education and career goals. By enrolling in CCP, students save time, save money, and gain the confidence of knowing they are already on the path to success in college and beyond.

WCE Available Classes

Boost your skills, explore new careers, or stay current in your field with Carteret CC’s Workforce Continuing Education. Our flexible, non-credit courses—offered online or in-person—range from a few hours to several hundred hours and cover everything from technical training to professional development and personal enrichment. Affordable and practical, these courses help you grow your career and reach your goals on your schedule.