Human Services Foundation HSF
160 hours of practical field experience
Moderate workload
- Seven courses in each your first semester
- 1.5 hours of study/assignments on average for each hour in class
- 17-20 hours of class each week (42 -50 hour/week commitment)
Holland Code: S (Social)
What academic skills do I need to be successful in the program?
This list does not replace the admission requirements you must have for admission to the program. Please see website for details.
Literacy Students will need to be able to write essays and read textbooks and journal articles.
Group work There is a significant amount of group work in this program.
Technology Basic computer skills required (Microsoft Office suite, Internet, checking student portal daily).
What personal qualities should someone interested in this career have?
For future human services career, you will need to be/have:
- Ability to empathize with others
- Open minded view towards others
- Respect for diversity
- Ability to self-reflect
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Enjoy caring/working with people
- Enjoy working as part of a team
- Strong organizational skills
- Self-motivation
- Attendance and in-class participation is essential
What kind of work could I do when I graduate?
Human Services Foundation is a preparatory program for career programs in the School of Community Studies. Students who do not progress on to a Fanshawe College School of Human Services program have been known to continue their studies in other college programs or at university.
Helpful links for further research into this Fanshawe College program and career opportunity
- Fanshawe’s library has prepared a subject guide for current students in this program. You may find the links and information provided very useful in learning more about this career.
Last Modified: November 17, 2022