Human Services

The first year of this program focuses on life-span development and issues. Students will learn professional work habits, work place safety practices, interpersonal, helping and communication skills. They will study human development, and health and wellness issues throughout the life cycle. The second year of the program focuses on gaining skills and knowledge in working with young children (birth through twelve years) and their families. Students will also learn about the services provided by human services agencies. Students may gain experience and knowledge by working in a variety of human services settings as part of the program. Placements may include home day care, center care, elementary school, preschool and working with the elderly. These placements enable the student to apply techniques learned in the classroom as well as further gain knowledge about human services, working with others and life-span development.



The main goal of SkillsUSA is to provide students who are preparing for a wide variety of careers in trade, technical and skilled service occupations, with professional development opportunities that supplement their academic and technical education. SkillsUSA programs and activities help its 285,000 student members develop public speaking skills, and improve their ability to conduct and participate in meetings, manage financial matters, solve problems, and assume responsibility for community service. Students participate in state leadership conferences and competitions. Each June, students earning first place at the state level in leadership and technical skill competitions, travel to Kansas City, MO to compete at the national conference.