ONLINE PROGRAM INFORMATION MEETING (PIM) FOR HUMAN SERVICES MAJORS METROPOLITAN STATE UNIVERSITY Created by CHCPS Advising Center CPS 47743 February 2013
What will I learn from this online PIM? College of Health, Community and Professional Studies (CHCPS) overview CHCPS Advising contact information CHCPS location and contact information Human Services Program overview information Overall degree requirements (general education and more) Registration tips Next steps
College of Health, Community and Professional Studies The College of Health, Community and Professional Studies (CHCPS), known for Quality and Invocations through Partnerships, in teaching, advising, research and service, is comprised of the School of Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Human Services, Psychology and Social Work departments. http://www.metrostate.edu/msweb/explore/chcps/
College of Health, Community and Professional Studies (CHCPS) St. Paul Campus 2 nd Floor, St. John s Hall 700 East 7 th Street St. Paul, MN 55106-5000 Directions: http://www.metrostate.edu/msweb/resources/depts_service s/bldg_services/location.html CHCPS Advising Center: 651-793-1341 http://www.metrostate.edu/msweb/explore/chcps/departments/hs/index. html
College of Health, Community and Professional Studies Human Services Department Resident Faculty Bill Payne 651-793-1352 Valerie Geaither 651-793-1346 Roberta Gibbons 651-793-1350 Nancy Miller 651-793-1364 Deborah Mosby 651-793-1359 Jacqueline Richardson 651-793-1361 James Shelton 651-793-1351 Support Staff: Wai Yang 651-793-1342
College of Health, Community and Professional Studies Academic Advisors The name of your advisor is listed on your transcript, DARS, and your Portal. If you are not assigned to a faculty advisor you will be assigned to one of the following: Jill Beaulieu-Wilkie: Joseph Flores: Juan Rangel: Karin Jax jill.wilkie@metrostate.edu joseph.flores@metrostate.edu juan.rangel@metrostate.edu Alcohol & Drug Counseling advisor karin.jax@metrostate.edu If you are not assigned to any advisor contact Adriane Clark, Advising Support Staff: adriane.clark@metrostate.edu or 651-793-1341 See your academic advisor to: Review your DARS and evaluate transfer credits Review course planning and progress Declare your major Apply for graduation Learn about university support services
Human Services Department Mission Statement The mission of the Human Services Department is to prepare professionally and culturally competent students who integrate theory and practice in order to effectively deliver human services. The department stresses a flexible, student-centered approach, which includes multiple learning strategies, in meeting the needs of student from diverse backgrounds. Learning opportunities provide student with theoretical knowledge, practical skills, professional attitudes and application of knowledge through experiential learning. Our curricula emphasize advocacy, social justice, empowerment, and a strengths-based approach.
Human Services Program The Human Services department offers three majors and a licensure track, within the Alcohol and Drug Counseling program, for student who already have a bachelor s degree who want to become licensed alcohol and drug counselors. Human Services (BS) Human Services (BHS) Alcohol and Drug Counseling (BS) Licensure Track
Human Services Program Six minors are offered in the Human Services department: Disability Studies Family Studies Gerontology Human Services Administration Training & Adult Development Violence Prevention Student pursuing a BS in Human Services may minor in any Human Services department minor as long as the minor is significantly different from the major. You more information about the requirements for the minor, see the alphabetical list of majors and minors at: http://www.metrostate.edu/msweb/explore/catalog/undergrad/index.cfm?lvl=u
BS in Human Services is designed for students interested in a career as a helping professional who is broadly trained to provide direct service, advocacy and coordination of services. Human Services Bachelor of Science Two prerequisites Practicum Five Core Courses Seven Competence Areas (select one course from seven competence areas) For more information about course requirements for the BS major in Human Services, see: http://www.metrostate.edu/msweb/explore/catalog/undergrad/index.cfm?lvl=u§ion=1&page_name=human_services_bs. html
Human Services (BHS) major Gives students the choice to tailor their degree program to meet professional and career development needs in a targeted area of human services. Students pursuing the BHS major choose one of the following focus areas: Corrections Disability Studies Family Studies Human Services Administration Gerontology Training and Adult Development Violence Prevention
BHS in Human Services A BHS gives students the choice to tailor their degree program to meet professional and career development needs in a targeted area of human services. Human Services Bachelor of Human Services Two prerequisites Practicum Five Core Courses Seven Focus Areas (take all courses from one focus area) For more information about course requirements for the BHS in Human Services major see: http://www.metrostate.edu/msweb/explore/catalog/undergrad/index.cfm?lvl=u§ion=1&page_name=human_services_bhs.html
Alcohol and Drug Counseling (BS) Major is designed for students who have a variety of needs and interests related to substance abuse problems., students wanting to qualify for licensure, and those who already have a license and want to complete their undergraduate degree. Alcohol and Drug Counseling Bachelor of Science 12 core courses 3 credit elective 880 hour Practicum sequence For more information about course requirements for the BS major in Alcohol & Drug Counseling, see: http://www.metrostate.edu/msweb/explore/catalog/undergrad/index.cfm?lvl=u§ion=1&page_name=alcohol_drug_counseling _bs.html
Alcohol & Drug Counseling Program Licensure Track this track is for students who already have a Bachelor s and want to meet licensure requirements. Alcohol and Drug Counseling Licensure Track Core Courses Practicum Courses For more information about the Alcohol and Drug Counseling licensure track, see: http://www.metrostate.edu/msweb/explore/catalog/undergrad/index.cfm?lvl=u§ion=1&page_name=alcohol_drug_counseling_bs.html#li censure
Some Things to Look Into Human Services Club is a student organization for students with majors, concentrations and minors in Human Services. The purpose of the Human Services club is to support students in deepening their understanding of Human Services as a discipline and profession, as well as providing opportunities for students to get to know one other. Alcohol and Drug Counseling (ADC) Student Association - is a student organization for Alcohol and Drug Counseling students. Monthly meetings are held to provide an opportunity for students to network with other students, learn about academic, licensure and other community resources. Human Services Career Fair Human Services students, faculty, alumni and staff are invited to participate in an annual Human Services Career Fair. Students will have a chance to visit with agencies to discuss internship possibilities or future employment. Over thirty human services agencies and addiction treatment agencies participate in the fair. For meeting dates contact: wai.yang@metrostate.edu
Understanding Your Degree Requirements The various course and credit requirements for your bachelor s degree were reviewed in the Plan your Program section of the Online New Student Orientation. Admitted students have access to a degree audit or DARS report, showing how transfer and Metropolitan State credits apply to the degree requirements. You can access an interactive DARS report in your student portal. Be sure to check your DARS report regularly to keep track of your progress toward meeting your degree requirements. Be sure to contact your advisor if you have any questions about your DARS report.
Degree Components General Education/ Liberal Studies (GELS) 10 Goal Areas: Writing, Math, Sciences, Humanities, etc.; Liberal Studies (300-500 level courses) Free Electives (may be needed to reach 120 credits min.) Major and Pre-major Requirements determined by college Minor Optional; requirements determined by department
Degree Requirements Course Requirements Credit Requirements General Education/Liberal Studies (GELS) courses: must complete a total of 48 credits (8 credits must be upper division liberal studies) and 10 goal areas Required premajor courses Required major courses Electives if needed to meet credit requirements 120 credits minimum for degree 40 of the 120 credits must be upper division (300-level or above) 30 credits taken at Metropolitan State (residency requirement) 2.0 Metropolitan State GPA to graduate
Registration tips and tools General Education courses may fill early, since they are in high demand. Be proactive about registering when your window opens for these high-demand classes, if you need them. Be sure to refer to the notes section of a course description prior to attempting to register. This is where information about prerequisites, course meeting dates, as well as other important details are listed. You can access information about the academic calendar, deadlines for registration changes and tuition payment, and much more, on the Gateway Student Services web page: http://www.metrostate.edu/msweb/pathway/
Email Email is the official means of communication Official University correspondence is sent via email Activate your email account immediately Email faculty & staff from University account only Check your email frequently Email vs. phone MAY be the best communication mode during advising peak times (begin/end of semester, during priority registration, etc.)
Next Steps Checklist Check each step as you progress toward the major and degree! Take Assessments if needed (and not already completed) Set up Student Portal access and email address Obtain Student ID Card Register for classes and purchase books Complete coursework and apply for graduation! Welcome - we look forward to working with you to attain your bachelor s degree!