The mission of the department is to support and prepare students who are interested in pursuing careers in the fields of health or human services. The department offers an Associate of Science degree in Health Science, an Associate of Arts degree in Human Services and a Certificate of Proficiency in Guidance and Counseling. The Health Science degree will enable the student to continue into a specialized area in allied health, obtain local employment as a medical support staff member or serve as a public health educator.

The Human Services degree can be used as a career ladder into a bachelor’s program, or for employment in the areas of counseling, rehabilitation and disabilities. The Certificate of Proficiency in Guidance and Counseling can be used to enrich an occupational skill for professional development or job training.