Human Services Degree

The human services program at Finger Lakes Community 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 New York colleges that offer human services degrees.

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Finger Lakes Community College (FIT)

227 W 27th St, New York, NY

Finger Lakes Community College, located in Canandaigua, New York, is a public, two year, open enrollment institution founded in 1965 and part of the State University of New York (SUNY) System. The school originally operated out of a storefront, though eventually moved to a 250 acre location and currently serves nearly 7,000 students annually. The school also operates campuses in Victor, Geneva and Newark to better meet the needs of residents in its multi-county service area.

Academics

Students at Finger Lakes Community College will be able to choose from a variety of programs that allow for academic transfer or prepare individuals for a career through technical or vocational training. Academic transfer is accomplished through the completion of a curriculum that provides the equivalent of the first two years of a four year education. Upon completion students will transfer to a four year institution to continue their education and complete their bachelor's degree. Career programs allow students to receive an education in one of several high demand feels offered by the school with the purpose of seeking employment upon completion. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or degree.

Programs offered include:

• Administrative Assistant
• Communications
• Engineering
• Nursing
• Massage Therapy

Admissions and Financial Aid

FLCC is an open enrollment institution that allows any individual interested in enrollment to do so through the completion and submission of an application and payment of fees in a timely manner. Students should have a high school diploma or equivalent or should be at least eighteen years of age. Submission of transcripts and standardized test scores is encouraged, as is meeting with a counselor and participating in orientation. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships awarded based on need which is determined by one's information provided through thee Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Students Enrolled in the Human Services Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Finger Lakes Community College 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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $42.54
  • Average Annual Salary: $88490
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.38
  • Average Annual Salary: $79840

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $18.72
  • Average Annual Salary: $38940
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 5
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.05
  • Average Annual Salary: $35460

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 490
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.31
  • Average Annual Salary: $58890
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 850
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.41
  • Average Annual Salary: $52850

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