Program Overview
An undergraduate minor in Human Services is designed for persons interested in the human services disciplines, as well as paraprofessionals without formal training in human services delivery. The program introduces students to the study and practice of human services and offers guidance on potential careers in fields such as counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, and others.
Minor Requirements
The minor requires completing 18 credit hours of COUN coursework.
Who is Eligible?
Students admitted to an undergraduate Accelerated Online Program and students otherwise interested in an undergraduate online education option are eligible for the minor in Human Services. Still, it is important to determine whether this minor is suitable. Interested students should connect with an academic advisor or reach out to the College of Education & Human Sciences by calling 505-277-3190 or emailing coeac@unm.edu.
Program of Study
Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
COUN 1110 | Introduction to Human Services | 3 |
COUN 1120 | Introduction to Helping Skills | 3 |
COUN 2110 | Introduction to Group Dynamics | 3 |
COUN 2120 | Life Designing and Career Development in Human Services | 3 |
EDPY 303 | Human Growth and Development | 3 |
| Elective Courses in COUN | 3 |
| Total | 18 |
It is possible to complete the elective requirement in the online format. Current online COUN courses are displayed here.
Contact your advisor to plan your personal program of study.
