Career And College Prep

Human Services

It Takes a Village

From family and community services to education and training, you can play a role in helping children, families, or school communities succeed.

Which pathway is offered?

Human & Social Services—This pathway helps students develop skills related to social services, including counseling and mental health services, family and community services, personal care, and consumer services.

What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?*

Examples of jobs include:

  • Social worker
  • Behavior specialist
  • Foster care social worker
  • Mental health counselor
  • Preventive services caseworker
  • Family advocate
  • Therapist
  • Child protective services worker

*Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications once a student graduates from high school.

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**Data is from Lightcast and is updated frequently.