Program Overview
College of The Albemarle’s (COA) Human Services Technology (HST) program will prepare you to work in a variety of settings while helping others lead more satisfying, autonomous and productive lives.
The program emphasizes experiential learning and offers liberal arts education, human service courses and specialty courses through a combination of classroom, online, laboratory and work-based training.
Degree and Certificate Options
- Human Services Technology — Associate in Applied Science
- Human Services Technology — Diploma
Careers
Employment opportunities include positions in:
- Mental health
- Childcare
- Family and social services
- Rehabilitation
- Correction and educational agencies
You may also choose to continue your education through a variety of transfer programs at other colleges and universities.
National Organization for Human Services
Resources
Human Services Technology Admission Fact Sheet (PDF)
Human Services Technology Handbook (PDF)
HSWP Admission Comparison Grid (PDF)
Curriculum Guides
Associate in Applied Science in Human Services Technology Curriculum Guide (PDF)