Human Services

              


Western School District
There may be additional requirements for high school graduation.  For more information see the Curriculum Guide
(click here) or contact your counselor.

   COLLEGE PREP ENDORSEMENT CREDITS/COURSES

  English                       4 (Acc. English 10/American Lit/
                                          Composition or AP Lit.)
  Social Studies            4 (Ancient/Mod. World History/
                                          Am. History or Acc. Am. History)
  Science                      3 (Biology/Chemistry/Elective)
  Math                           3 (Algebra/Geometry/Algebra II)
  Foreign Language      2 years same language
  Fine Arts                     recommended 2 years		  Career Cruising  is a comprehensive career program that offers users of all ages:
 ● Career Matchmaker - match careers with interests
 ●  Explore Careers - find the career information you're looking for
 ●  multimedia interviews with real people in every career
 ●  Explore universities and colleges
 ●  Browse earnings, working conditions,
      core tasks, education requirements
 ●  Do you enjoy working with
      People, Info or Things?
 ●  Search for careers		     CAREER DEVELOPMENT ONLINE
 ● In-depth profiles in hundreds of different careers
 ● Multimedia interviews with real people in each and every career
● Explore Career Pathways in the career that matches your
    interests, likes and dislikes, and education levels
● Career  Samples and what a typical day is
    like in the career you choose.  Tasks,
    video clips, interviews, salary
    ranges, and working
    conditions
       
Bachelor's Degree           Post Secondary  
7th Grade 8th Grade 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade 4-Year College Bound Bachelor's Degree
*Life Science
*Language
*Skills For Adolescence/
    Geography
*Math
*PE
*High Tech
Elective		 *Earth Science
*Language
*U.S. History
*Math/Algebra
*PE
Electives		 *English 9
*Physical Science
*PE/Health
*Alg A/B/Alg. I/Geom.
*Computer Tech. I or II
*Practical Law/World Cultures
Foreign Language
Home Economics Survival Skills
First Aid		 *Acc. Eng. 10
*American History/Acc. American
   History
*Alg. A/B/Alg. I/Geo./Alg. II
*Biology
Foreign Language
Child Growth and Development
Quest
 JACC Programs
Child Care Services Cluster
Child Card/Infant Toddler
Pre-Teaching
Cosmetology Cluster
Cosmetology
Environmental Services
Food Services and Culinary Arts
Protective Services Cluster
Public Safety		 *American Literature
*Geometry/AlgebraII/Pre Calc./Trig.
*Oral Communications
*Government/Economics
Chemistry/Physics
Foreign Language
 JACC Programs
Child Care Services Cluster
Child Card/Infant Toddler
Pre-Teaching
Cosmetology Cluster
Cosmetology
Hospitality & Food Services Cluster
Environmental Services
Food Services and Culinary Arts
Protective Services Cluster
Public Safety		 *Senior Transitions
Ancient/Mod. World History
Composition/AP World Lit.
Physics/Adv. Science
AlgebraII/Pre Calc./Trig./App.Calc.
Foreign Language
Psychology/Sociology
 JACC Programs
Child Care Services Cluster
Child Card/Infant Toddler
Pre-Teaching
Cosmetology Cluster
Cosmetology
Hospitality & Food Services Cluster
Environmental Services
Food Services and Culinary Arts
Protective Services Cluster
Public Safety


Earn an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science Degree in first two years at Jackson Community then transfer to finish a 4-year Bachelor's Degree.
JOB TITLE SALARY RANGE
ANNUAL
Employment Counselor $27,812-35,767
F.B.I. Agent $34,353-63,567
Legal Assistant $30,000-50,000
Marriage Counselor $50/hr-$100/hr
Psychologist $51,009-72,913
Police Officer $25,000-51,522
Substance Abuse Counselor $20,000-43,200
Social Worker $21,586-46,276
Associate Degree or Apprenticeship         2-Year College Bound Associate in Applied Science Degree
*Life Science
*Language
*Skills For Adolescence/
    Geography
*Math
*PE
*High Tech
Elective		 *Earth Science
*Language
*U.S. History
*Math/Algebra
*PE
Electives
 		 *English 9
*Physical Science
*PE/Health
*Integ. Math/Alg A/B/Geom.
*Computer Tech. I or II
*Practical Law/World Cultures
Foreign Language
Home Economics Survival Skills
First Aid		 *Acc. Eng. 10/Eng. 10
*Life Science/Biology
*American History/Acc. American
    History
*Alg. A/B/ Alg. I/Alg.II/Geom./
    Applied Math
Foreign Language
Quest
Child Growth and Development
 JACC Programs
Child Care Services Cluster
Child Card/Infant Toddler
Pre-Teaching
Cosmetology Cluster
Cosmetology
Environmental Services
Food Services and Culinary Arts
Protective Services Cluster
Public Safety		 *American Literature/English 11
*Government/Economics
*Oral Communications
Geometry/AlgebraII/Pre Calc./Trig.
Chemistry/Physics/Biology
Foreign Language
 JACC Programs
Child Care Services Cluster
Child Card/Infant Toddler
Pre-Teaching
Cosmetology Cluster
Cosmetology
Hospitality & Food Services Cluster
Environmental Services
Food Services and Culinary Arts
Protective Services Cluster
Public Safety		 *Senior Transitions
Ancient/Mod. World History
Composition
Consumer Chemistry/Ecology
Alg.II/Pre Calc./Trig.
Psychology/Sociology
 JACC Programs
Child Care Services Cluster
Child Card/Infant Toddler
Pre-Teaching
Cosmetology Cluster
Cosmetology
Hospitality & Food Services Cluster
Environmental Services
Food Services and Culinary Arts
Protective Services Cluster
Public Safety


Earn an Associate in Applied Science Degree and enter an occupation upon graduation from Jackson Community College.
JOB TITLE SALARY RANGE
ANNUAL
Child Care $22,601-40,435
Corrections Officer $23,824-48,198
Detective $50,523-53,040
Police Officer $37,814-45,926
Police Supervisor $36,372-54,252
Private Investigator $16,640-22,880
High School           1-Year College Bound Certificate or Apprenticeship
*Life Science
*Language
*Skills For Adolescence/
    Geography
*Math
*PE
*High Tech
Elective		 *Earth Science
*Language
*U.S. History
*Math/Algebra
*PE
Electives
 		 *English 9
*Physical Science
*PE/Health
*Integ. Math/Alg. A/B/Geom.
*Computer Tech. I or II
*Practical Law/World
    Cultures
Social Studies
First Aid
Home Economics Survival
   Skills		 *English 10
*English 10
*Life Science
*American History
*Alg. A/B/ Alg. I/Geo./App. Math
Quest
Foreign Language
Child Growth and Development
 JACC Programs
 Child Care Services Cluster
Child Card/Infant Toddler
Pre-Teaching
Cosmetology Cluster
Cosmetology		 *English 11
*English 11
*Oral Communications
*PE Elective
*Government/Economics
Alg. II/Geo./Trig.
Consumer Chem./Ecology
Biology/Ecology/Cons. Chemistry
 JACC Programs
 Child Care Services Cluster
Child Card/Infant Toddler
Pre-Teaching
Cosmetology Cluster
Cosmetology
Hospitality & Food Services Cluster
Environmental Services
Food Services and Culinary Arts
Protective Services Cluster
Public Safety		 *Senior Transitions
Ancient/Mod. World History
Composition
Geometry/Alg.II/Cons. Math
Consumer Chemistry/Ecology
Psychology/Sociology
 JACC Programs
Child Care Services Cluster
Child Card/Infant Toddler
Pre-Teaching
Cosmetology Cluster
Cosmetology
Hospitality & Food Services Cluster
Environmental Services
Food Services and Culinary Arts
Protective Services Cluster
Public Safety


Earn a Certificate and/or Apprenticeship and enter an occupation upon graduation from Jackson Community College.  Career Center Articulation Agreements below.
JOB TITLE SALARY RANGE
ANNUAL
Child Care $22,601-40,435
Corrections Officer $23,824-48,198
Security Guard $20,529-28,119
Parking Enforcement Officer $19,843-26,790
Court Reporter $20,842-46,546
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INTERNSHIP/EXPERIENTAL LEARNING
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WORK-BASED LEARNING / SERVICE LEARNING

SERVICE LEARNING
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Career Shadowing

 Co-Op

Apprenticeship

Community as Schools
   

 

Michigan's Career Preparation System:
The Career Preparation System is a state-wide effort to enhance career awareness at all grade levels.  It will do this by
providing the necessary academic, technical, and work behavior knowledge and skills for success in a career of choice.                         
The goals of the Career Preparation System are:

● Expand the educational choices available to students and their parents;
● Ensure that Career Preparation is an integral part of our educational system;
● Increase involvement by business and community organizations in Career Preparation; and
● Establish system standards and accountability to ensure high quality.

Credit Articulation Agreement: Human Services

J.A.C.C. Course Title J.C.C. Course Equivalent  J.C.C Credits
Protective Services CRJ 111 Introduction Criminal Justice 3 Credits

What is Articulation?
Articulation is a term used to describe the various methods by which a student can 1) receive credit
for competencies mastered outside the college classroom; or 2) begin college study in courses higher
than entry level.  The different types of articulation include advanced placement, business, professional,
and/or private organization certification by examination and formal articulation agreements.

Prepared by the J.C.I.S.D.
The Jackson County Intermediate School District subscribes to equal opportunity in its educational programs, activities, and employment
as required by law and does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, sex, age, height, weight, familial or
marital status, or disability in its programs and activities.  "TDD-Hearing Impaired", 1-800-356-3232; number calling, 517-768-5200 to
reach Jackson County Intermediate School District.  The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-
discrimination policies: Human Resources Director, 6700 Browns Lake Road, Jackson, Michigan, 49201, 517-768-5200. 

Links to online Tools for Career Pathways:
(Click on the title to access the web site in a new window)

Career Cruising (see your counselor for login information)

South Central Michigan Works

Michigan Department of Education
 

 

 

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