Title: Research education and training requirements of select occupations within the Human Services Career Cluster.
Course: Introduction to Family and Human Services (19001-18) > Section: Exploring the Human Services Career Pathways

Research should include

- education, training, and credential requirements
- potential disqualifiers (e.g., barrier crimes) for a human services career and how these are disclosed (e.g., background check, credit history, digital footprint)
- entry-level, part-time, volunteer, and work-based learning opportunities in human services.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What factors should one consider when deciding to further one’s education?
- What findings from one’s background check, credit history, or digital footprint might result in being disqualified from a position?

Communication

- How can schools partner with human services providers to create work-based learning opportunities in the local area?

Leadership

- What are the benefits of volunteer work in the human services field?

Management

- What human services credentials are sought after in your occupation of choice?