Course Descriptions

HUMS 1205 Work Place Diversity (3 credits)

 

This course explores values, traditions and characteristics of the diverse cultural groups in our society. Specific populations addressed include various racial and ethnic groups, and persons who are homeless, battered, chemically dependent, disabled, or mentally ill. This course also covers issues raised in a variety of family structures. The intent of this course is for students to develop a greater understanding and appreciation for individuals who may be applying for or receiving services. Students will demonstrate sensitivity, data privacy and utilize ethical practices.
(Prerequisites: None) Offered Spring

HUMS 1230 Managing Family Cases (4 credits)

 

Through system practice and case entry, students will become familiar with appropriate navigational techniques, along with a basic understanding of the system's functions and menus. Students will also learn to differentiate between the different public assistance programs as administered by the Department of Human Services and local county human service agencies. The policies and procedures of the Food Stamp program and Minnesota's cash assistance programs for families with children, MAXIS and MMIS computer procedures will be covered. This course covers the standard forms used by public assistance clients. Through simulated case entry on the MAXIS and MMIS computer systems, students will practice a variety of intake and case maintenance procedures.
(Co-requisite: HUMS 1231 HC Policy for Families) Offered Fall

HUMS 1231 Health Care Policy for Families (4 credits)

 

This course will cover Medical Assistance, General Assistance Medical Care and Minnesota Care programs as they relate to families with children. Through simulated case entry, students will practice budgeting and spend down procedures, as well as the Maxis and MMIS computer procedures used for eligibility determination. Students will interpret and apply health care policy, identify required verifications and Department of Human Services forms, and conduct simulated client interviews. Students will practice many of the ongoing case maintenance procedures practiced by Financial Workers, such as monthly reporting, recertification, adding/removing household members, closing cases, and collaborating with other agencies.
(Co-requisite: HUMS 1230 Managing Family Cases) Offered Fall

HUMS 1233 Work Support Programs (3 credits)

 

The policies and procedures of the Minnesota Care and Child Care Assistance programs will be covered. Students will become familiar with appropriate navigational techniques, along with a basic understanding of the systems' functions. This course covers the standard forms used, referrals, and client interactions appropriate with employed people needing financial assistance. Through simulated case entry into the computer systems, students will practice a variety of intake and case maintenance procedures.
(Prerequisites: None) Offered Fall

HUMS 1241 Health Care Policy for Adults (4 credits)

This course covers the policies and procedures of health care programs for single adults and couples without children. Through simulated case entry, students will practice applying health care policy and procedures, as well as the Maxis and MMIS computer. The course will teach students to utilize resources in locating information in the form of manuals, forms, case files, and bulletins. Students will cover Medical Assistance, General Assistance Medical Care and MinnesotaCare program's policy and procedures for intake and ongoing case maintenance.
(Co-requisite: HUMS 1242 Managing Cash Cases) Offered Spring

HUMS 1242 Managing Cash Cases (4 credits)

 

This course covers policies and procedures of cash assistance programs supervised by the Minnesota Department of Human Services and administered by local county human service agencies. Through simulated case entry, students will practice the MAXIS and MMIS computer procedures, identifying and utilizing standard forms used by public assistance agencies, and will learn where and how to locate policy information. Through simulated client contact and case entry on the MAXIS and MMIS computer systems, students will practice a variety of intake and case maintenance procedures, written and verbal communication skills, and problem resolution methods.
(Co requisites: HUMS 1241 HC Policy for Adults. Prerequisites: HUMS 1230 Managing Family Cases and HUMS 1231 Human Development) Offered Spring

HUMS 1290 Financial Worker Internship (6 credits)

 

This course provides the student the experience of working in a county financial worker office for the purpose of gaining practical hands-on experience. The student and their advisor organize this class. Students will demonstrate cultural and gender sensitivity and utilize ethical practices.
(Prerequisite: HUMS core and instructor approval) Offered each semester/on demand