Human Services Degree

The human services program at Inver Hills 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 Minnesota colleges that offer human services degrees.

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Inver Hills Community College (IHCC)

400 Central Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN

About
Inver Hills Community College, located in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, was founded in 1970 to supply post secondary educational opportunities to residents of its service area. The school is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System and has an enrollment of nearly 4000 students a semester.

Inver Hills CC campus is spread across nine different buildings.  Each building is home to various school departments and these facilities are used to support nearly thirty different degree programs at IHCC.
Academics
Students enrolled at Inver Hills Community College will be able to choose from 27 different programs that allow students to pursue academic transfer or career training. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education, followed by transferring earned credits to a four year institution in order to complete the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree.

Career training programs provide an education in a high demand field or industry, providing a comprehensive education that prepares the student for employment upon completion. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or associate degree.
Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Biology
• Criminal Justice
• Nursing
• Paralegal

Admissions and Financial Aid
Individuals who wish to enroll at IHCC may do so through the submission of a completed application and payment of fees. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent or be 18 years of age or older, and should supply transcripts and test scores if available. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships.

Students in need of financial assistance should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is used by the school to determine financial need and aid program eligibility.

Students Enrolled in the Human Services Program

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

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• 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

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $36.69
  • Average Annual Salary: $76310

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

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 7
  • Average Hourly Rate: $16.71
  • Average Annual Salary: $34760

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

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.16
  • Average Annual Salary: $46090

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