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Associate of Social and Human Services

Seattle, United States
2 years
English
Hybrid
Associate

About the program

Transfer degree preparing students to support individuals and families, with plans in addiction studies or generalist studies.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights: yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Explain key concepts in Social and Human Services. Apply knowledge in areas including 90 units in either an Addiction Studies or a Generalist Studies plan
grounded in. Communicate findings and evaluate relevant practical or academic problems.

Career outcomes

Substance abuse and behavioral disorder counselor
healthcare social worker
mental health counselor
child
family and school social worker
social and community service manager

Curriculum

90 units in either an Addiction Studies or a Generalist Studies plan
grounded in diversity
inclusion
social justice and advocacy
with a community-based field practicum in human service agencies. The overview page does not list individual course titles.

Entry requirements

Academic

Age 16 or older; English and math placement (typically ENGL& 101 or ENGL 107 and MATH 110 or similar); several programmes (nursing
graphic design
surgical technology
watch technology) have secondary admission steps; High School Completion Plus needs 9th grade completed and a B average for under-18s.

Accepted academic background

At least 16 years old by the first day of classes; college-level English and Math placement; some programmes require prerequisite classes, portfolio or secondary application

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 64
Duolingo 100
IELTS Academic 6

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Passport Copy
English Language Test Results
Portfolio
Financial Evidence

How to apply

Review the program entry criteria and relevant intake. Prepare academic transcripts and the supporting documents specified for this qualification. Submit the institution application and any required English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee when applicable. Follow the admissions team instructions and await the decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$12,450 USD
Application fee	$50 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Seattle Central College
Faculty or school	Seattle Central College
Department	Education and Human Services
Teaching language	English
Credit value	90
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	_
Scholarship note	Institution-level scholarship or award opportunities may exist. Eligibility, funding, and international-student access must be confirmed for this program.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
25 Nov 2026
11 days left
Program starts
April 2027
Apply by
25 Feb 2027
103 days left
Program starts
July 2027
Apply by
25 May 2027
192 days left
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
25 Aug 2027
284 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.