RCC Human Services Technology Program

RCC Human Services Technology Program Transforming communities and individuals through the work of Human Services. Is This Career for Me?

Program Description

When you enroll in the associate degree program for Human Services Technology, you will take courses from a variety of disciplines. Emphasis is placed on core courses such as development of relevant knowledge, skills and attitudes in human services. You will gain hands-on experience in the field and will have the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills you learned in the

classroom. Completion of the program will qualify you for positions in mental health, child care, family services, social services, rehabilitation, correction and educational agencies. The answer is YES if you:

Have a strong desire to help others. Show patience, understanding and caring in dealings with others. Have effective communication skills, a strong sense of responsibility, and an ability to manage time effectively.

04/22/2026

“Social work teaches that behind every behavior is a story that needs understanding.”

04/22/2026

Looking for a new career? Here are some of the employers who will be at our Career and Business Expo on Tuesday, April 28, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Cole Auditorium.

https://richmondcc.edu/student-services/calendar-events/career-business-expo-1



Atlanta Police Department
Atrium Health
Avid Health at Home
Bayada
CAROLINA CONTAINER LLC
Carolina Hearts Home Care
Champion Media
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police
Community Care of NC
Departure Aviation Services LLC
Domtar Marlboro Mill
Duke Health
Enviva
ESS
FirstHealth of the Carolinas
FOCUS Broadband
Global Packaging
GSC
Henrico Co. Police Division
Huvepharma
Interim Healthcare
Latham Pools
Liberty Health
Marcal Paper
Matthews Police Department
Mega Force Staffing
NC Army National Guard
NC State Capitol Police Department
NCDOT
NCWorks Richmond County
North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections
North Carolina Department of Insurance
Novant Health
Olsten Staffing Services
Peace Corps
Perdue
Richmond County Department of Social Services
Richmond County Hospice
Scotland Correctional Institution
Scotland County Government
Scotland Health Care System
Service Thread
Southern Fabricators, Inc.
State Employees' Credit Union
Two Hawk Employment Services
Wabtec
Workforce Unlimited
Wyman Gordon

04/14/2026

If you work with the public, our Mental Health First Aid class is a great way to learn how to identify and understand signs of mental health and substance abuse. Register for our one-day online Mental Health First Aid course on Thursday, May 14, from 8:30 to 4:30 p.m. The cost is $70. Call (910) 410-1700 to sign up.

Course Topics

Identifying symptoms and signs of mental health challenges

Identifying symptoms and signs of substance abuse

How to interact with a person in crisis

How to connect a person with help

Content on trauma, substance abuse, and self-care
https://richmondcc.edu/academics/programs/mental-health-first-aid

04/13/2026

Registration opens today for the 2026-2027 academic year. That means you can schedule your classes for the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 semesters. Current students should meet with their advisor. New students can get started by completing our free application for admission or stop by either campus to meet with an advisor. For more information, call (910) 410-1700. https://richmondcc.edu/admissions/how-apply

04/10/2026

We have established a student support and prevention program that helps students understand addiction, make informed choices and connect with help when needed. Clear Path, which stands for Campus Learning, Education, Awareness & Responsibility, is an anti-addiction program that encompasses more than just substance abuse. It is for all addictions such as gambling, social media, gaming, or anything that can become all consuming. This is not a punitive program. These are lesson-based meetings that cover the psychological and physiological processes of addiction and how to make healthy choices. Read more here (and other actions taken at the Board of Trustees meeting): https://richmondcc.edu/about-us/news/richmondcc-presents-anti-addiction-program-clear-path-board-meeting

04/06/2026

Get your resume ready! The 2nd Chance Job Fair will be Thursday, April 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cole Auditorium. If you’d like help preparing your resume or brushing up on your interviewing skills, contact the Career & Transfer Center by calling (910) 410-1700.

03/31/2026

In social work, every conversation is an intervention, and every interaction is an opportunity to empower.

03/31/2026

This April, we’re coming together as a community 🩵

Join us for Stronger Together: A community of Care, a self-care and support experience in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

This event is for survivors, allies, families, and anyone who wants to stand in support of safer, healthier communities.

Healing happens when communities care.
Support starts with awareness
Change begins with us.

03/24/2026

Learn how to identify and understand signs of mental health and substance abuse through our one-day online Mental Health First Aid course on Thursday, May 14, from 8:30 to 4:30 p.m. The cost is $70. Call (910) 410-1700 to sign up.

Course Topics

Identifying symptoms and signs of mental health challenges

Identifying symptoms and signs of substance abuse

How to interact with a person in crisis

How to connect a person with help

Content on trauma, substance abuse, and self-care



https://richmondcc.edu/academics/programs/mental-health-first-aid

03/11/2026

You may apply online by clicking on the job title for the position you are interested in.  After viewing the Job Description, click on the "Apply" tab.

01/14/2026

We’re proud to share that Samaritan Colony has officially received its state license from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services for the SECU Women’s Recovery Center.

The 14-bed facility, completed in summer 2025, will begin admitting women for substance use disorder treatment on February 1, 2026. This license confirms the center meets all state standards for safety, staffing, and clinical care.

“I am proud of the staff for their dedication in bringing the SECU Women’s Recovery Center from vision to reality,” said Board Chair Clint Ray. “We also extend deep gratitude to our donors and community partners. This milestone would not have been possible without their support.”

Executive Director Mark Christopher emphasized that the center is about more than treatment—it’s about transformation.

“This will be a place where women reflect on who they were, choose who they no longer want to be, and begin the work of becoming who they are meant to be,” Christopher said. “Through commitment, accountability, and community, they will grow—discovering the power of being useful to others. That sense of purpose is what sustains recovery.”

Founded in 1975, Samaritan Colony has served men and families impacted by addiction for over 50 years. The SECU Women’s Recovery Center marks an important expansion of our mission—bringing structured, evidence-based care to women in a safe, supportive environment.

Pictured at the main entrance to the SECU Women’s Recovery Center are, from left to right, executive director Mark Christopher and Samaritan Colony board chair Clint Ray.

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