Human Services
Associate of Science
Onondaga Community College
Earn your associate degree online
You will earn the same diploma as our on-campus students
The Human Services program provides a generalist overview of both theory and practice models found within Human Service and Social Work delivery systems. You’ll explore the service professions and develop professional communication skills within the classroom. You will also gain practical experience through options for Service-Learning projects within the community and a required internship at a local agency that is matched to your areas of interest. After successful transfer, Human Service and Social Work professionals serve clients at a wide variety of organizations including Child Protection agencies, family counseling and community outreach centers, hospitals, schools, and probation departments.
- What's an associate degree?
- An associate degree usually takes two years of study and prepares students for employment or transfer to a bachelor’s program at a four-year university.
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What's it like to earn this degree online?
Let's put your mind at ease about online learning
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- Classes on your schedule
- Courses are semester based and classwork can be completed around your work and family commitments. There is no set time where you are required to log in to attend class.
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- Same faculty as on-campus
- The faculty that teach online classes are the same faculty that students learn from on-campus.
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- Personal concierge
- You will have one person who acts as a single point of contact for any and all questions you may have.
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- Learn by doing
- Participate in field experiences such as internships, clinical placements, and service learning to apply your academic knowledge in the world.
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- Access to a personal tutor
- You will have access to a tutor when you need assistance with any of your classes.
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- SUNY Online Plus Program
- In addition to the features listed above, this SUNY Online Plus Program includes 24/7 support, incorporates industry-leading teaching practices, and targets an area of high employer demand in New York State and beyond.
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How do I enroll?
Follow these steps to start your application
- Go to the online application
- Create an account
- Complete the forms or save for later
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit any supplemental materials, if required
- Send in your academic records
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