MATC 2026-27 Catalog

DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

HUMSVC – Human Services (Department 520) HUMSVC-101 Credits:3 Introduction to Human Services The primary focus is to introduce the beginning student to human service concepts and the broad range of occupations, professions and training requirements within the fi eld. Field experiences and volunteer work are required. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Human Service Associate program (10-520-3). Completion of or currently enrolled in HUMSVC-144. HUMSVC-102 Credits:3 Interviewing Skills Students will practice and re fi ne mastery of effective interviewing skills relevant to a wide range of human service practices. Prerequisite(s): Complete HUMSVC-101 and HUMSVC-144. HUMSVC-103 Credits:3 Group Work Skills This is a practice-oriented course with a primary focus on developing skills, techniques and strategies utilized in a broad range of human service practice settings. A key component is to develop and demonstrate a workable knowledge base and awareness of the complexity of human behavior in groups. Prerequisite(s): Complete HUMSVC-144 and HUMSVC-101. HUMSVC-104 Credits:1 Field Preparation Students make formal preparations for fi eld experience assignment, as well as prepare to secure employment after graduation. Students develop a professional portfolio, practice interview skills and reinforce their overall employment/work skills. Prerequisite(s): Complete HUMSVC-101, HUMSVC-102, HUMSVC-103, HUMSVC-113 and HUMSVC-144. Completion of or currently enrolled in HUMSVC-115. HUMSVC-106 Credits:4 Advanced Field Experience Advanced Field Experience must be taken concurrently with HUMSVC-107, Field Experience Seminar. Students are assigned to a community human service agency where they work 20 hours per week under the joint supervision of the agency and MATC fi eld supervisors. Advanced Field Experience is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and behaviors essential for human service workers in the professional setting. Students apply the material from their coursework to a real work situation. Prerequisite(s): Complete HUMSVC-101, HUMSVC-102, HUMSVC-103, HUMSVC-104, HUMSVC-113 and HUMSVC-115. Completion of or currently enrolled in HUMSVC-107.

resource management in strategic planning (speci fi cally as it relates or links to employment and workforce planning). Emphasis will be placed on the recruitment process, recruitment budget and critical steps in the selection process, selection assessments, interviewing and compliance with state and federal employment laws, regulatory agencies, and internal company policies. HRMGT-197 Credits:3 Employee Training and Development Students will learn the fundamentals of training and development coordination. Emphasis will be placed on terminology, the systems approach to training (needs assessments, design, implementation and evaluation), learning principles, training methodology, and evaluation criteria, as well as various employee development initiatives. Students will be able to effectively report return on investment and value-added of training initiatives, and the impact on overall strategic goal achievement. HRMGT-198 Credits:3 Business Ethics Through this course, students will explore business ethics and corporate social responsibility in management practices and business activities. Students will review and examine ethical responsibilities and relationships between organizational departments, divisions, business management and the public. Through analysis of case studies, practical application projects and discussion groups, students will determine and evaluate speci fi c strategies and courses of action that affect the individual and organization. HSM – Healthcare Services Management (Department 530) HSM-129 Credits:3 HR Management in HCOs In this course, learners will be introduced to employment-related functions and practices healthcare organizations utilize to develop and maintain an effective workforce while complying with local/federal laws. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent is required. HSM-130 Credits:3 Health Services Coordination 1 This course is an introduction to health services coordination. Learners will examine healthcare based clerical and systems coordination, communication support functions, facilitate the use of technology, and customer service interactions. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent is required. HSM-131 Credits:3 Health Services Coordination 2 This course is a continuation of the health services coordination skills learned in HSM 130 (Health Services Coordination 1). Students will be introduced to the functions and services provided within acute care areas as well as the various ancillary departments that facilitate

diagnostic testing, treatment and support across diverse healthcare environments. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent is required. HSM-132 Credits:3 Health Services Applications In this course, learners will utilize electronic health records (EHR) simulation and case study-based practical learning to apply health services coordination theoretical concepts, skills and functions within diverse healthcare environments. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent is required. HSM-139 Credits:4 Bioethics, Human Research Practice and Compliance Learners investigate the Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) to ensure the rights, welfare and privacy of all individuals participating in biomedical and/or behavioral studies. Topics include foundations and concepts of Institutional Research Board (IRB) practices, legal constructs, operational functions and documentation practices. Students will also be introduced to quantitative and interpretive research methods, as well as bioethical applications and case studies. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent required. HSM-143 Credits:3 Healthcare Quality Management This course introduces learners to various quality improvement methodologies utilized within diverse healthcare environments to encourage optimal patient care outcomes, safety and satisfaction. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent required. HSM-144 Credits:3 Intro to the Business of Healthcare Students are introduced to the business aspects of healthcare through case study/project based learning. Topics include: organizational culture, leadership styles, managed care, patient education, documentation practices and reimbursement systems. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent required. HSM-145 Credits:3 Healthcare Law Ethics and Professional Standards In this case study-based course, students will learn about legal and ethical health-related concepts including: HIPAA, Patient Bill of Rights, EMTALA, HITECH Act, Stark and Anti Kickback laws, as well as the informed consent process, fraud, professional credentialing, malpractice and negligence. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent required. HSM-146 Credits:4 Leadership in Healthcare Organization This project-based course prepares learners to use problem-solving and decision-making skills to ensure optimal outcomes for self, patients and related stakeholders within diverse healthcare environments. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent required.

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