Human Services Degree

The human services program at Sitting Bull 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 North Dakota colleges that offer human services degrees.

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Sitting Bull College

Also known as JZ Trend Academy

1320 Tacoma Avenue, Bismarck, ND

In honor of the Dakota values, Sitting Bull College promotes economic and social development through providing academic opportunities for the people of the Standing Rock Indian Reservation in the southern North and northern South part of Dakota. It operates with a vision to work together and build a better future for the children.

Established in 1973, this school started as Standing Rock Community College (SRCC) and to mark its continued growth, its name was eventually changed to Standing Rock College (SRC) to its present designation, SBC. The campus in Fort Yates is located at9299 Hwy 24 Fort Yates, ND 58538.

SBC is accredited by the North Central Association of College and Schools and it is also affiliated with the American Indian Higher Education Consortium and the North Dakota Tribal College Association.

The different divisions of SBC are Agriculture, Arts and Humanities, Construction Trades, Business, Education, Energy Technology, Engineering, Math and Science, Native American Studies, Nursing, Social and Behavioral Science.

SBC aims to cultivate the students' leadership, technical and critical thinking skills as they uphold ethical standards and value for Native American cultures. Graduates are expected to be self-sufficient and able to cooperate and work in a diverse environment.

To foster an environment for students to actively participate in different activities, this school established a Student Life Committee. It involves the whole college in student-centered initiatives to enhance students' academic experience. Students may also join different organizations such as the Student Government, American Indian Business Leaders (AIBL), Culture Club and American Indian Higher Education Consortium(AIHEC).

Students Enrolled in the Human Services Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. JZ Trend Academy 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

• Bismarck, ND
  • Total Employment: 310
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.79
  • Average Annual Salary: $66130

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

• Bismarck, ND
  • Total Employment: 470
  • Average Hourly Rate: $16.66
  • Average Annual Salary: $34650

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).