Human Services

We also offer you:

Fully online courses for the major: You’ll enjoy a flexible pace and asynchronous class schedule that will allow you to complete this course no matter where you live. You will also build community through optional face-to-face Zoom office hours with your professors and colleagues. Students who can demonstrate competency can receive credit for prior learning or learn skills through extensive virtual simulation experiences designed by experts in the field-- freeing up time and money.
A practical and applied curriculum: You will complete this program ready to get a job and fill high need positions in addictions, behavioral health, youth and child work, and gerontology. The curriculum is informed by the latest research across a number of fields and will provide you with the practical tools to immediately begin serving your community. You’ll also gain experience through simulations and hands-on real world opportunities.
Training in key professional competencies like leadership, decision making, problem solving, building effective teams, management, creative thinking, and personal effectiveness.
MORE INFO: https://www.pdx.edu/academics/programs/undergraduate/human-services

HS Curriculum page

HS 303 Trauma informed Helping Professional

HS 411 Introduction to Practice & Skills Assessment I

What is CWP Simulation Center?

Exclusive to HS major students enrolled in the practice and skill development courses
Explore the Child Welfare Partnership Simulation Center in Salem, Oregon, where CWP offers immersive, realistic practice opportunities for professionals in the field. CWP center uses advanced simulation development and assessments to help learners sharpen their skills in a safe, supportive environment.
Whether virtual or in-person, the center provides individualized practice sessions tailored to your learning needs. CWP/HS experiential learning approaches incorporate self-reflection and instructor feedback, ensuring that each participant can grow at their own pace.
We also use behavior-based rating scales for skill assessment, providing clear, actionable feedback to help you improve. Join us for a hands-on learning experience designed to prepare you for real-world challenges in Human Services.
Sneak Peek: Inside the Child Welfare Partnership Simulation Center -->

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