Human Services Degree

The human services program at Denmark Technical 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 South Carolina colleges that offer human services degrees.

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Denmark Technical College (DTC)

580 E Main St, Spartanburg, SC

Affordable quality education with the latest technology, it’s in Denmark Technical College “Where great things are happening!”

Denmark Tech is a comprehensive 2-year technical college with academic programs designed to fulfill the professional, occupational, and public service needs of its community. It is the only technical college in South Carolina with on-campus housing.

Located in Denmark, the college serves an estimated 2,000 students in its 53-acre beautifully landscaped land. It serves the residents of Bamberg, Barnwell and Allendale Counties as well as students through the state.

With its open admission, you and other individuals of diverse educational and socioeconomic background can enroll to its offering of associate degrees, transfer degrees, and certificates. DTC offers these programs with small class sizes, technology integration, engaging classroom setting, and personal attention under its outstanding faculty. It also provides training to business through collaborative partnerships and resource allocation.

Quality instruction is guaranteed as there are advisory committees who will evaluate and create effective instructional programs. The members of the committees are representatives in the business, government, health and other industries.

Take part in its vibrant campus life of socio-cultural events, athletics and active student organizations. It recognizes the need for a balanced approach to learning.

The school can assist you in the areas of orientation, testing, tutoring, academic advising, career planning, summer internships and job placement. These DTC activities and services complement its academic goals thus enhancing your overall educational experience.

Denmark Technical College can give you the affordability, quality, accessibility and individualized services you are looking for.

Students Enrolled in the Human Services Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. DTC offers an associate's degree program in human services.

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

• Spartanburg, SC
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.38
  • Average Annual Salary: $59040

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

• Spartanburg, SC
  • Total Employment: 240
  • Average Hourly Rate: $12.85
  • Average Annual Salary: $26740

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

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