Admission
The following are required for admission:
- A completed Wilmington University graduate application.
- Official transcripts with degree conferral.
Curriculum (15 credits)
Courses
Students must complete the 5 certificate courses, for a total of 15 credits.
| SOC 6323 | Law and Practice in Human Services | 3 |
| SOC 6600 | Social Inequality, Social Change, and Community Building | 3 |
| SOC 6601 | Case Management Interventions and Strategies | 3 |
| SOC 6604 | Case Management: Advocacy Skills & Client Services | 3 |
| SOC 6605 | Ethical Practice in Case Management | 3 |
Program Purpose
This certificate offers a graduate-level study option for students seeking in-depth knowledge of working in the human services and giving direct client care. Case management is a practitioner skills subset within the larger, interdisciplinary, human and community services field. This certificate in Case Management for Human Services emphasizes preparing practitioners to work with individuals and/or groups needing help in accessing services and resources that facilitate well-being among those in need.
The graduate certificate in Case Management for Human Services provides career-oriented courses that prepares students to work in a variety of settings, including social services, community agencies, educational institutions, business organizations, and government agencies. Students studying Case Management for Human Services add value to the community at large with their specialized knowledge and skills to promote both individual and community well-being.