Human Services
Do you like helping people?
Do you like serving your community?
Consider a career in Human Services.
Many people have a "calling" to serve their communities, whether in schools, churches, social agencies, government, or police or fire departments. Those that pursue careers in these fields typically have a high sense of fulfillment and job satisfaction.
Human Services career paths stretch across society:
Police officers and fire-fighters are in high demand, maintaining law and order for our growing population.
Government officials make sure our streets and roads are up-to-date and clean, healthcare is universally available, and our businesses are safe.
Human Service workers care for those less fortunate, are in need of assistance, or want to look and feel healthy.
Teachers educate our children, guiding them through their early years, serving as mentors, and training them on both universal skills like writing, math, and science as well as specific skills to become productive and contributing members of society.
Career Pathway: Government & Public Administration
Recommended Scope & Sequence of Courses
|
Content Area |
9th Grade |
10th Grade |
11 Grade |
12 Grade |
Total Credits |
|
English / Language Arts |
English 9 |
English 10 |
English 11 |
English 12 |
4 |
|
Math |
Algebra |
Geometry |
Advance Algebra |
Pre-Calculus |
4 |
|
Science |
PhysChem |
Biology |
Science Elective |
3 |
|
|
Social Studies |
World Studies |
U.S. History |
Social Studies Elective (Current Events .5) |
Civics (.5) |
3 |
|
Career & Technical Education Courses PLATO CLASSES CAN BE TAKEN AT ANY TIME |
Principles of Government & Public Administration A/B (PLATO, 1 cr) National Security (PLATO,.5 cr) |
International Business (PLATO, .5 cr) Business Law (.5 cr) |
US Government (PLATO, .5 cr) Military Careers (PLATO, .5 cr) Introduction to Military Careers (PLATO, .5 cr) |
8 |
|
|
Other Required |
Freshman Success (.5 cr) PE 9 (.5 cr) |
Computer Concepts (.5 cr)* Health (.5 cr) |
Personal Finance (.5 cr) Post Secondary Option (.5 cr) |
PE electives (.5 cr) |
4 |
|
Related Activities and Organizations |
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) FCCLA, FFA, NHS, Key Club |
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Total Credits: |
6.5 |
6.5 |
6.5 |
6.5 |
26 |
Career Pathway: Education & Training
Recommended Scope & Sequence of Courses
|
Content Area |
9th Grade |
10th Grade |
11 Grade |
12 Grade |
Total Credits |
|
English / Language Arts |
English 9 |
English 10 |
English 11 |
English 12 |
4 |
|
Math |
Algebra |
Geometry |
Advance Algebra |
Pre-Calculus |
4 |
|
Science |
PhysChem |
Biology |
Science Elective |
3 |
|
|
Social Studies |
World Studies |
U.S. History |
Social Studies Elective (Current Events .5) |
Civics (.5) |
3 |
|
Career & Technical Education Courses PLATO CLASSES CAN BE TAKEN AT ANY TIME |
Principles of Education & Training A/B (PLATO, 1 cr) Early Childhood Education 1A: (PLATO, .5 cr) Early Childhood Education 1B: (PLATO, .5 cr) Intro to Coaching (PLATO, CL, .5 credit) Sports Officiating (PLATO, CL, .5 credit) |
1 cr. Student Assistant |
1 cr. Student Assistant |
8 |
|
|
Other Required |
Freshman Success (.5 cr) PE 9 (.5 cr) |
Computer Concepts (.5 cr)* Health (.5 cr) |
Personal Finance (.5 cr) Post Secondary Option (.5 cr) |
PE electives (.5 cr) |
4 |
|
Related Activities and Organizations |
NHS, FBLAA, FCLAA, FFA |
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|
Total Credits: |
6.5 |
6.5 |
6.5 |
6.5 |
26 |
* Postsecondary Credit Available
Career Pathway: Human Services
Recommended Scope & Sequence of Courses
|
Content Area |
9th Grade |
10th Grade |
11 Grade |
12 Grade |
Total Credits |
|
English / Language Arts |
English 9 |
English 10 |
English 11 |
English 12 |
4 |
|
Math |
Algebra |
Geometry |
Advance Algebra |
Pre-Calculus |
4 |
|
Science |
PhysChem |
Biology |
Science Elective (Environmental Science-1cr.) |
3 |
|
|
Social Studies |
World Studies |
U.S. History |
Social Studies Elective (Current Events .5) |
Civics (.5) |
3 |
|
Career & Technical Education Courses PLATO CLASSES CAN BE TAKEN AT ANY TIME |
Anthropology 1: Uncovering Human Mysteries (PLATO, .5 cr) Anthropology 2: More Human Mysteries Uncovered (PLATO, .5 cr) Archaeology: Detectives of the Past (PLATO, .5 cr) Sociology: The study of human relationships (PLATO, .5 cr) Sociology: Your Social Life (PLATO, .5 cr) |
Child Development & Parenting A/B (PLATO, 1 cr) Cosmetology 1: Cutting Edge Styles (PLATO, .5 cr) Cosmetology 2: The Business of Skin and Nail Care (PLATO, .5 cr) Cosmetology 3A: Introduction to Hair Skills (PLATO, .5 cr) Cosmetology 3B: Waving, Coloring, and Advancing Hair SKills (PLATO, .5 cr) |
Fashion Design (PLATO, .5 cr) Human and Social Services (PLATO, .5 cr) Peer Counseling (PLATO, .5 cr) Personal Psychology 1: Road to Self Discovery (PLATO, .5 cr) Personal Psychology 2: Living in a Complex World (PLATO, .5 cr) |
Principles of Human Services A/B (PLATO, 1 cr) Drugs & Alcohol (PLATO, CL, .5 cr) Intro to Anthropology (PLATO, .5 cr) Intro to Archaeology (PLATO, .5 cr) Intro to Fashion Design (PLATO, .5 cr) Psychology A/B (PLATO, .5 cr sem) |
8 |
|
Other Required |
Freshman Success (.5) PE 9 (.5) |
Computer Concepts (.5 cr) Health (.5) |
Personal Finance (.5 cr) Post Secondary Options (.5 cr) PE Elective (.5 cr) |
PE Elective (.5) |
4 |
|
Related Activities and Organizations |
FFA, 4H, FCCLA, FBLA, NHS, Key Club |
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|
Total Credits: |
6.5 |
6.5 |
6.5 |
6.5 |
26 |
* Postsecondary Credit Available
Human Services
As an advanced society, we help people and families in need lead better lives. Careers in the Human Services field include helping people through times of need, giving people food and shelter, or simply making them look and feel their best.
Jobs In Demand:
- Cosmetologist
- Counselor
- Fitness Instructor
- Social Worker
- Therapist
Career Pathway: Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
Recommended Scope & Sequence of Courses
|
Content Area |
9th Grade |
10th Grade |
11 Grade |
12 Grade |
Total Credits |
|
English / Language Arts |
English 9 |
English 10 |
English 11 |
English 12 |
4 |
|
Math |
Algebra |
Geometry |
Advance Algebra |
Pre-Calculus |
4 |
|
Science |
PhysChem |
Biology |
Science Elective |
3 |
|
|
Social Studies |
World Studies |
U.S. History |
Social Studies Elective (Current Events .5) |
Civics (.5) |
3 |
|
Career & Technical Education Courses PLATO CLASSES CAN BE TAKEN AT ANY TIME |
Careers in Criminal Justice 1A (PLATO, .5 cr4) Careers in Criminal Justice: Finding Your Specialty (PLATO, .5 cr) Criminology: Inside the Criminal Mind (PLATO, .5 cr) |
International Business (PLATO, .5 cr) Introduction to Criminology (PLATO, .5 cr) Intro to Cybersecurity (PLATO, .5 cr) Principles of Public Service: To Serve and Protect (PLATO, 5 cr) |
Introduction to Forensic Science (PLATO, .5 cr) Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security A/B (PLATO, 1 cr) Law and Order: Intro to Legal Studies (PLATO, .5 cr) |
Forensic Science 1: Secrets of the Dead (PLATO, .5 cr) Forensic Science 2: More Secrets of the Dead (PLATO, .5 cr) Forensics: The Science of Crime (PLATO, 5 cr) |
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|
Other Required |
Freshman Success (.5 cr) PE 9 (.5 cr) |
Computer Concepts (.5 cr)* Health (.5 cr) |
Personal Finance (.5 cr) Post Secondary Option (.5 cr) |
PE electives (.5 cr) |
4 |
|
Related Activities and Organizations |
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Microsoft Office Specialist Certifications (MOS) |
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|
Total Credits: |
6.5 |
6.5 |
6.5 |
6.5 |
26 |
* Postsecondary Credit Available
Next Ten Years
- 16.4% Job Growth
- 36,612 New Job Openings
- Source: WORKnet Wisconsin
Annual Salary Range
| Experience Level | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Entry-Level | $19,705 |
| Average | $31,635 |
| Experienced | $49,745 |
| Source: WORKnet Wisconsin | |
Government & Public Administration
The government is the number one employer in the county, whether at the federal, state, or local levels. The options are endless: helping people set up their business, administering exams, or creating laws. Government workers are a critical component of our everyday lives and are employable nationwide.
Jobs In Demand:
- Court Clerk
- Inspector
- Legislator/Elected Official
- Occupational Health & Safety Technician
- Village Clerk/Manager
View the course scope and sequence for the Government and Public Administration pathway.
Next Ten Years
- 2.5% Job Growth
- 4,375 New Job Openings
- Source: WORKnet Wisconsin
Annual Salary Range
| Experience Level | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Entry-Level | $24,995 |
| Average | $34,095 |
| Experienced | $50,420 |
| Source: WORKnet Wisconsin | |
Law, Public Safety, Corrections, & Security
There is a constant demand for workers to help uphold our laws, maintain order in our society, and keep people safe. In every community across our country, there are police stations, fire stations, prisons, courtrooms, and organizations that need security to keep things safe.
Jobs In Demand:
- Correctional Officer
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Fire Fighter
- Police Officer
- Security Guard
View the Course Scope and Sequence for the Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security Pathway.
Next Ten Years
- 3.5% Job Growth
- 2,737 New Job Openings
- Source: WORKnet Wisconsin
Annual Salary Range
| Experience Level | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Entry-Level | $23,897 |
| Average | $42,397 |
| Experienced | $93,147 |
| Source: WORKnet Wisconsin | |
Education & Training
Teaching will always be an in-demand and rewarding career path, whether in preschool, elementary school, high school, college, or beyond. A background in education can also lead to becoming a counselor, librarian, coach, and even principal.
Jobs In Demand
- Administrator
- Career & Technical Education Instructor
- Preschool Teacher
- Secondary Teacher
- Social Worker/Counselor
- Teaching Aide
Next Ten Years
- 4.9% Job Growth
- 1,138 New Job Openings
- Source: WORKnet Wisconsin
Annual Salary Range
| Experience Level | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Entry-Level | $25,235 |
| Average | $45,480 |
| Experienced | $79,530 |
| Source: WORKnet Wisconsin | |
Pathway Specific Courses
| Course Number | Course Name | Department | Pathway | Prerequisite | Suggested Grade Level(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PE113 | Active Lifestyle-1 | Health | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| PE114 | Active Lifestyle-2 | Health | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| 2124A | Advanced Childcare | FCS | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| SS120AP | AP US History* | Social Studies | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| 2124 | Child Care | FCS | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| 86 | Civics | Social Studies | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| SS1111 | Current Events | Social Studies | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| FD&M1 | Fashion Design and Merchanizing | FCS | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| SCI140 | Forensic Science | Science | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| PE112 | Individual & Dual Activity | PE | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| HLT111In | Integrated Health | Special Ed | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| SE023 | Integrated PE 9 | Special Ed | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| 300Int | Integrated Social Studies | Special Ed | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| FCS077 | Interior Design | FCS | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| 62 | Living Skills | FCS | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| 53 | Parent & Child | FCS | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| 6 | Personal Finance | FCS | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| SPI1 | Spanish I | Foreign L | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| SPII1 | Spanish II | Foreign L | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| SPIII1 | Spanish III | Foreign L | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| SPIV1 | Spanish IV | Foreign L | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| SPV1 | Spanish V | Foreign L | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 | |
| SLC1 | Street Law/Criminology | Social Studies | Human Services | 9, 10, 11, 12 |