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Community Support Human Services Practitioner Certificate

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Make a Difference in the Lives of Others


We all have the power to make a difference. At NECC you can gain skills and knowledge that will enable you to positively impact people’s lives, especially those struggling with emotional, mental or developmental disabilities, and/or substance abuse issues.

Why Choose NECC?

NECC will prepare you to provide direct services to individuals living in residential or community homes. This program is approved by the Council for Standards in Human Service Education and integrates the National Community Support Skill Standards into the curriculum.

With this program you will:

  • Learn about a variety of societal issues including homelessness, child abuse and neglect, and domestic violence
  • Benefit from supervised experiences in residential programs, shelters, and other settings
  • Understand group dynamics and behavior management principles
  • Practice observation, communication, interviewing, and documentation skills
  • Be able to apply earned credits toward NECC’s Associate Degree in Human Services

Because of NECC

You will gain firsthand experience in the field of human services, developing personal and professional skills applicable to a broad array of career paths – the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects strong growth in the field. You will also be well prepared to continue your education. Upon completion of the program you can:

  • Work in a variety of settings, including shelters for the homeless, domestic violence programs, community residences, adolescent programs, vocational programs, or home support services
  • Apply program credits toward NECC’s Associate Degree in Human Services
  • Pursue credentialing through the National Organization of Human Services (NOHS) as a Human Services Board Certified Practitioner

 

Courses, Requirements, and Program Notes

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Career Paths & Job Market

Employment Outlook

Employment Outlook

Prospects for employment within the human services are projected to be excellent according to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Employment Projections 2006-2016, the New Hampshire Employment Projections 2004-2014 and the U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook for 2006-2016.

Job Opportunities

Job Opportunities

Graduates who choose to directly enter the workforce, are recruited by a variety of community agencies who work with children, adolescents, adults and seniors in a range of settings such as:

  • Hospitals
  • Schools
  • Vocational programs
  • Residential programs
  • Day habilitation programs
  • and Day treatment programs

Graduates may be given titles such as:

  • Case manager
  • Outreach worker
  • Advocate
  • Mental health worker
  • Crisis counselor
  • Residential counselor
  • Addiction counselor
Career Paths

Career Paths

The broad based skills of the program provide a foundation for a wide range of professional pursuits. Graduates who pursue advanced degrees will have opportunities to choose among many fields including:

  • Social work
  • Guidance counseling
  • Labor negotiations
  • Human resources
  • Academic advising
  • Organizational psychology
  • Mental health
  • Vocational rehabilitation
Licensing and Credentialing for Graduates

Licensing and Credentialing for Graduates

There are a variety of licenses and certifications possible to graduates of the Human Services Program.

External Online Resources

External Online Resources

Learn more about the current job market and trends within Human Services by visiting the following web sites:

Contact

Program Coordinator

Program Coordinator

Brian MacKenna-Rice

Office: C 314L
Phone: 978-556-3331
bmackennarice@necc.mass.edu

Faculty Contact Information

Faculty Contact Information

Name Phone Number Email
Donna Johnson, Staff Associate (978) 556-3303 djohnson1@necc.mass.edu
Mary DiGiovanni (978) 556-3368 mdigiovanni@necc.mass.edu
Diane Mele (978) 556-3359 dmele@necc.mass.edu
Jane Gagliardi (978) 556-3302 jgagliardi@necc.mass.edu
Jack Davidson (978) 556-3540 jdavidson@necc.mass.edu
Tessa MacGillivary tmacgillivary@necc.mass.edu
Lindamae Lucas llucas@necc.mass.edu

Required Documents

Gainful Employment

Gainful Employment for the Community Support Human Services Practitioner Certificate
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