HSER 423 - Program Design and Implementation

5 Credits

This course addresses all aspects of the program design and delivery of high-quality human services programs. The course examines existing model programs and evidence-based practices as well as the designing of new opportunities that are culturally responsive. Students will learn how to assess client needs and evaluate program effectiveness.

Pre-requisite(s) HSER 101 and ENGL& 101 minimum 2.0 

Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - H SER
Fees

Quarters Typically Offered
Spring Evening

Designed to Serve Students pursuing the BAS Human Services
Active Date 20240401T16:20:10

Grading Basis Decimal Grade
Class Limit 24
Contact Hours: Lecture 55
Total Contact Hours 55
Degree Distributions:
ProfTech Course Yes
Restricted Elective Yes
Course Outline

Essential components of effective human services programming
Leveraging resources by partnering with other organizations
Logic models and how to apply to human services programs
Assessment of client needs
Evaluation of program outcomes
Building financially sustainable programs
Private foundation and government grants

Student Learning Outcomes
Develop an effective human services program with all of the necessary components.

Develop a human services program that applies established theories and models.

Identify potential organizational partnerships to obtain necessary resources and ensure program sustainability.

Design programs that ensure equity among all participants.

Create a plan to effectively assess the needs of clients and to evaluate program outcomes.