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Human Services

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The Human Services career area includes programs for counseling and mental health services, family and community services, personal care and consumer services.

Median Annual Salary

$40557

median salary 6 months after graduation

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Addiction Studies
Technical Diploma
Addiction Studies Technical Diploma

Prepare for a rewarding addiction and recovery services career with our Addiction Studies Technical Diploma. This program equips you with the…
Human Services
Aesthetician - Advanced Practice
Associate Degree
Combine your passion for healthcare, beauty, and the science of skincare with CVTC’s Aesthetician - Advanced Practice program. Our program is designed to provide comprehensive…
Human Services
Aesthetician - Basic
Technical Diploma
Aesthetician (Basic) Program: Your Path to a Rewarding Skincare Career

Elevate your passion for skincare into a fulfilling career as an essential part of the beauty industry. Our…
Human Services
Aesthetician - Skin Care Specialist
Technical Diploma
Aesthetician - Skin Care Specialist Technical Diploma

Transform your passion for skincare into a rewarding career with our Aesthetician Technical Diploma program. Gain hands-on…
Human Services
Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse
Local Certificate
The AODA certificate is a series of eight courses which meet the educational requirements of the Wisconsin Certification Board (WCB). With appropriate work hours, students can become a…
Human Services
Autism Assistant
Technical Diploma
If you are passionate about education and helping learners with unique circumstances excel and grow, CVTC's Autism Assistant technical diploma will be the perfect fit for your…
Human Services
Barber
Technical Diploma
In compliance with the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, this program prepares you to work in the barbering profession. You will learn shampooing, trimming…
Human Services
Barber Apprentice
Apprenticeship
Barber apprentices train in a licensed salon under a licensed professional, learning the skills of cutting, styling, coloring, permanent waving or straightening hair. In addition…
Human Services
Barber Technologist
Technical Diploma
Barber shops are back in style! Are you a resourceful people person who strives for attention to detail? If so, a rewarding career in barbering may be for you!

Our Barber Technologist…
Human Services
Barbering Apprentice
Apprenticeship
If you like to help people look their best, then the Barber Apprentice program might be a good fit for you. In this program, you’ll learn how to cut, trim, shampoo and style hair…
Human Services
Behavior Technician
Associate Degree
This program was developed to meet the growing special needs population. This program bridges between the Foundations of Teacher Education, Early Childhood Education, and Human…
Human Services
Child Welfare Certificate
Local Certificate
This 18 credit certificate is designated for those students who have completed a core group of courses that focus on family, mental health and development, the child welfare system…
Human Services
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Wisconsin Technical College System

The Wisconsin Technical College System offers more than 500 programs awarding two-year associate degrees, one- and two-year technical diplomas, short-term technical diplomas and certificates. The System is the major provider of customized instruction and technical assistance for Wisconsin employers. More than 270,000 people enroll at a technical college each year.

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