Human Services Degree

The human services program at Canada College prepare students for careers as a social and human service assistant, community health worker, or community and social service specialist. The program focuses on the general study and provision of human and social services, as well as preparing individuals to work in public and private human services agencies and organizations. Program courses include: social sciences, psychology, principles of social service, human services policy, planning and evaluation, and social services law and administration. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer human services degrees.

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Canada College

225 Cedar St, San Diego, CA

If you are looking for an affordable two-year community college with high academic standards that offers the flexibility that you need, Cañada College is the academic institution that you have been looking for.

Cañada College offers a diverse culture and helps students prepare for the modern workplace and the interconnected world that we live in. It is located in Redwood, California. The Bay Area is an excellent place to live and study. San Mateo Junior College developed a 25 year master plan and a $5.9 million bond was approved to build the college. This plan lead to Canada College being built in 1968 which was the result of a $12.8 million bond approved by voters in 1964.Cañada College is an affordable option for earning an Associate’s degree and is an excellent stepping stone to attending a four year college in the area. Tuition is $46 per unit for local residents and non-resident tuition is $208 per unit. Cañada College students who earn their AA-T or AS-T degree are guaranteed placement in the California State University system. Transfer students are giving junior standing at a four-year college.

Cañada College is currently helping many adults earn their degree. The college started the College for Working Adults in 2011. This is an outstanding way for working adults to earn a degree by attending class one evening a week and on Saturdays. Cañada College offers an Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) which help disadvantaged children succeed in college. Plus the college offers help with child care and meals for single parents.

Students Enrolled in the Human Services Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Canada College has offered the following program levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Social and Community Service Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, social and community service managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.40
  • Average Annual Salary: $69470

Social and Human Service Assistants

Description

Assist in providing client services in a wide variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, or social work, including support for families. May assist clients in identifying and obtaining available benefits and social and community services. May assist social workers with developing, organizing, and conducting programs to prevent and resolve problems relevant to substance abuse, human relationships, rehabilitation, or dependent care.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, social and human service assistants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.18
  • Average Annual Salary: $35730

Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other

Description

All community and social service specialists not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, community and social service specialists, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
  • Total Employment: 800
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.22
  • Average Annual Salary: $48290

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).