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American Samoa Community College�

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Department:

Health and Human Services

ASCC 2020-2022 Catalog Review

Presentation Date: April 7, 2022

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Program Purpose

  • The Health and Human Services (HHS) Department is to support and prepare students who are interested in pursuing a career in the field of health or human services. Central to this mission is a commitment to provide students with a sound foundation and broad balance of knowledge and skills. Students who fulfill the requirements for an Associate of Science Degree in Health Science, Associate of Arts Degree with an emphasis in Human Services, or a Certificate of Proficiency in Guidance and Counseling, Certificate of Proficiency in Public Health and the Certificate of Completion in Counseling.

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Program Purpose

  • To meet this mission, the department offers the following degree and certificate programs of studies
    • Associate of Arts degree with an emphasis in Human Services
    • Associate of Science degree in Health Science
    • Certificate of Proficiency in Guidance and Counseling
    • Certificate of Proficiency in Public Health
    • Certificate of Completion in Counseling

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Review Structure

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Program Aims

  • What are the goals of the Program?
    • Explain in a few words the overarching program qualities each student must attain before certificate/degree completion.

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Program Focus

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Program Aims

  • Continue studies in a specialized area in allied health or into a bachelor’s degree program in health science, human services or related fields
  • Obtain local employment as medical support staff, public health educator, or enter employment as a paraprofessional in the human services agencies
  • Enhance occupational skills needed in professional growth and career development
  • Apply knowledge and skills in health and human relations into their daily lives with an awareness and understanding of Samoa and Pacific Island cultures.

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Program Curriculum Qualities

  • What are the Qualities of the Program?
  • Heath Science

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Demonstrate basic Knowledge and Skills in Health

Analyze terminology, theory, Concepts

Assess personal, family, and community wellness

Establish Knowledge and Skill in the Health Field

Purpose

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Program Aims

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Program Curriculum Qualities

  • What are the Qualities of the Program?
  • Human Services

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Demonstrate basic entry level skills for a variety of Human Services

Apply theory, ethics, and laws to the professional practice of local Human Services

Identify human development and practices of groups and individuals

Evaluating local and national Human Services Agencies in meeting the needs of the population being served

Purpose

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Program Aims

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Program Curriculum Qualities

  • Health Science Program Learning Outcomes
    • Demonstrate the basic knowledge and skills required for a variety of health-related careers.
    • Analyze medical terminology, theory, ethics, laws, and concepts to practice in the field of health careers.
    • Assess personal, family, and community wellness and suggest improvements for a healthy lifestyle.
    • Demonstrate knowledge and skills through field work at a health-related agency.
    • Demonstrate life-saving skills in American Heart Association or American Red Cross certified CPR

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Program Curriculum Qualities

  • Human Services Program Learning Outcomes
    • Demonstrate basic entry-level skills required for a variety of Human Services careers (communication, reporting, interagency consultation, etc.)
    • Apply theory, ethics, and laws to the professional practices of local and national Human Service agencies.
    • Identify human development at all stages and aspects of life and the respective practices that apply to individuals and groups.
    • Analyze how cultural, societal, and environmental impacts affect human relationships and Human Services.
    • Evaluate various local and national Human Service agencies in meeting the needs of the population served.

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Cycle of Data Review

  • Academic Year 2020-2021:
    • Enrollment: Health Science

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Enrollment Statistics by courses offered:

Fall 2020

Spring 2021

Fall 2021

General Education 1st Year:

21

20

25

Program Optional Courses 2nd Year:

60

67

65

Certificate Courses

0

0

0

Degree Courses

81

87

90

Content Enrichment Courses

0

0

0

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Cycle of Data Review

  • Academic Year 2020-2021:
    • Enrollment: Human Services

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Enrollment Statistics by courses offered:

Fall 2020

Spring 2021

Fall 2021

General Education 1st Year:

2

2

1

Program Optional Courses 2nd Year:

16

17

26

Certificate Courses

2

8

8

Degree Courses

18

19

27

Content Enrichment Courses

0

0

0

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Review of Program Data

  • Academic Year 2020-2021:
    • Courses Offered: Health Science

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Enrollment Statistics by courses offered:

Fall 2020

Spring 2021

Fall 2021

General Education 1st Year:

2

2

2

Program Optional Courses 2nd Year:

3

2

3

Certificate Courses

1

1

1

Degree Courses

5

5

6

Content Enrichment Courses

0

0

0

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Review of Program Data

  • Academic Year 2020-2021:
    • Courses Offered: Human Services

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Enrollment Statistics by courses offered:

Fall 2020

Spring 2021

Fall 2021

General Education 1st Year:

1

1

1

Program Optional Courses 2nd Year:

3

3

3

Certificate Courses

0

0

2

Degree Courses

4

4

6

Content Enrichment Courses

0

0

0

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Cycle of Data Review

  • Academic Year 2020-2021:
    • Low Enrollment: Health Science

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Enrollment Statistics by courses offered:

Fall 2020

Spring 2021

Fall 2021

General Education 1st Year:

0

0

0

Program Optional Courses 2nd Year:

0

0

0

Certificate Courses

0

0

0

Degree Courses

0

0

0

Content Enrichment Courses

0

0

0

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Cycle of Data Review

  • Academic Year 2020-2021:
    • Low Enrollment: Human Services

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Enrollment Statistics by courses offered:

Fall 2020

Spring 2021

Fall 2021

General Education 1st Year:

1

0

0

Program Optional Courses 2nd Year:

1

1

1

Certificate Courses

0

0

0

Degree Courses

2

1

1

Content Enrichment Courses

0

0

0

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Cycle of Data Review

  • Academic Year 2020-2021:
    • Courses Cancelled: Health Science

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Enrollment Statistics by courses offered:

Fall 2020

Spring 2020

Fall 2020

General Education 1st Year:

0

0

0

Program Optional Courses 2nd Year:

0

0

0

Certificate Courses

0

0

0

Degree Courses

0

0

0

Content Enrichment Courses

0

0

0

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Cycle of Data Review

  • Academic Year 2020-2021:
    • Courses Cancelled: Human Services

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Enrollment Statistics by courses offered:

Fall 2020

Spring 2021

Fall 2021

General Education 1st Year:

0

0

0

Program Optional Courses 2nd Year:

1

1

1

Certificate Courses

0

0

0

Degree Courses

1

1

1

Content Enrichment Courses

0

0

0

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Cycle of Data Review

  • Academic Year 2020-2021:
    • Certificates and Degrees Conferred: Health Science

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Enrollment Statistics by courses offered:

Fall 2020

Spring 2021

Fall 2021

Certificate Courses

0

0

0

Degree Courses

6

6

10

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Cycle of Data Review

  • Academic Year 2020-2021:
    • Certificates and Degrees Conferred: Human Services

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Enrollment Statistics by courses offered:

Fall 2020

Spring 2021

Fall 2021

Certificate Courses

0

0

0

Degree Courses

1

4

2

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Cycle of Data Review

  • Academic Year 2020-2021:
    • Number of transfer students: Health Science

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Enrollment Statistics by courses offered:

Fall 2020

Spring 2021

Fall 2021

Certificate Courses

0

0

0

Degree Courses

3

3

4

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Cycle of Data Review

  • Academic Year 2020-2021:
    • Number of transfer students: Human Services

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Enrollment Statistics by courses offered:

Fall 2020

Spring 2021

Fall 2021

Certificate Courses

0

0

0

Degree Courses

0

1

1

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Cycle of Data Review

  • Academic Year 2020-2021:
    • Number of students that transition into the Workforce: Health Science

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Enrollment Statistics by courses offered:

Fall 2020

Spring 2021

Fall 2021

Certificate Courses

0

0

0

Degree Courses

3

2

4

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Cycle of Data Review

  • Academic Year 2020-2021:
    • Number of students that transition into the Workforce: Human Services

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Enrollment Statistics by courses offered:

Fall 2020

Spring 2021

Fall 2021

Certificate Courses

0

0

0

Degree Courses

0

3

1

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Cycle of Data Review

  • Academic Year 2020-2021:
    • Pedagogy/Methods of Teaching:
      • Moodle
      • ZOOM
      • Email
      • Practical Requirements: Field Experience, Work Experience, etc.
      • Academic Activities
      • Guest Speakers
      • Workshops (Enrichment Activities)
      • Lecture
      • Power Point Presentations
      • Group Discussion

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Building Bridges

  • Academic Year 2020-2021:
    • Grants
      • BUILD EXITO
      • From 2015-2021 a total of 33 students accepted to the program as BUILD EXITO scholars, and transferred to Portland State University (PSU)
      • 13 Scholars graduated with their B.A. From PSU. 2 joined the military, 7 graduated with their B.A. with a different university. 10 in the workforce and continuing their education online. And one former student pursing their Doctorate Degree from a full ride scholarship.
      • BUILD EXITO is now known as BUILD EXITO/U-RISE

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Building Bridges

  • Academic Year 2020-2021:
    • MOU’s
      • Department of Education/ Counseling Division
      • Department of Public Health

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References:

  • Admissions and Records
  • Class Roster
  • HHS Department Records
  • Electronic Communication
  • Course Schedule
  • Course Matrix and Data

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