Learn how to make a difference
Onondaga’s Human Services program prepares students for a rewarding career in social work, counseling, or case management.
What You'll Learn
This A.S. degree program includes two introductory courses, three 3-credit courses, and a fieldwork course (HUM 164 Human Services Field Instruction and Seminar I.)
Where You'll Go
This program prepares you for a wide variety of careers in human services and education. Many graduates find work in public and private organizations, including hospitals, clinics, and schools. Some students also choose to transfer to a four-year program for further study and additional career options.
With the OCC Human Services degree, you can transfer seamlessly to Keuka College for a Bachelor's of Social Work program. Learn more about the OCC & Keuka College Transfer Program.
Typical Salary
5 years after graduating with a Bachelor's degree.
$48,000
Career | 10-year growth potential | Regional Demand |
---|---|---|
Human Resources Specialist | 13% | High |
Social and Community Service Manager | 28% | Average |
Real Data from Central New York
- Data reflect previous twelve-month period in the Syracuse Metropolitan Area and surrounding five-county Central New York region.
- Salary gathered from SUNY Graduate Wages (data source: NYS Unemployment Insurance) unless otherwise indicated.
- Demand is determined by the number of job postings in the region over the past twelve months.
- Occupational growth potential gathered from Burning Glass.
Top Transfer Partners
- SUNY Empire State
- Syracuse University
- SUNY Oswego
- Keuka College