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Human Services

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The Human Services career area includes programs for counseling and mental health services, family and community services, personal care and consumer services.

Median Annual Salary

$40557

median salary 6 months after graduation

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Human Services Programs

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Addiction Studies
Technical Diploma
The Addiction Studies technical diploma allows you to specialize in the knowledge, skills and competencies essential to the field of addiction and recovery. The diploma is a sequence…
Human Services
Aesthetician - Advanced Practice
Associate Degree
Combine your passion for healthcare, beauty, and the science of skincare with CVTC’s Aesthetician - Advanced Practice program. Our program is designed to provide comprehensive…
Human Services
Aesthetician - Basic
Technical Diploma
Pursue a career in skincare to become an indispensable part of the beauty industry. In this program, you’ll learn everything from the fundamental concepts to the latest techniques in…
Human Services
Aesthetician - Skin Care Specialist
Technical Diploma
Learn advanced skincare techniques and work with clients at Skyn – the Spa at MATC Mequon, the state-of-the-art facility located on campus. This program is in compliance with the…
Human Services
Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse
Local Certificate
The AODA certificate is a series of eight courses which meet the educational requirements of the Wisconsin Certification Board (WCB). With appropriate work hours, students can become a…
Human Services
Autism Assistant
Technical Diploma
If you are passionate about education and helping learners with unique circumstances excel and grow, CVTC's Autism Assistant technical diploma will be the perfect fit for your…
Human Services
Barber
Technical Diploma
In compliance with the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, this program prepares you to work in the barbering profession. You will learn shampooing, trimming…
Human Services
Barber Apprentice
Apprenticeship
Barber apprentices train in a licensed salon under a licensed professional, learning the skills of cutting, styling, coloring, permanent waving or straightening hair. In addition…
Human Services
Barber Technologist
Technical Diploma
Barber shops are back in style! Are you a resourceful people person who strives for attention to detail? If so, a rewarding career in barbering may be for you!

Our Barber Technologist…
Human Services
Barbering Apprentice
Apprenticeship
If you like to help people look their best, then the Barber Apprentice program might be a good fit for you. In this program, you’ll learn how to cut, trim, shampoo and style hair…
Human Services
Behavior Technician
Associate Degree
This program was developed to meet the growing special needs population. This program bridges between the Foundations of Teacher Education, Early Childhood Education, and Human…
Human Services
Child Welfare Certificate
Local Certificate
This 18 credit certificate is designated for those students who have completed a core group of courses that focus on family, mental health and development, the child welfare system…
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Albe Heinen in salon

Instructor has Become a Champion of Apprenticeship Programs

Albe Heinen graduated from Gateway Technical College with her Barber/Cosmetology license in 1993. Since that time, she has carved out a successful career for herself and has helped countless others do the same.

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Success Story Milwaukee 10 Funeral Degree 2X

MATC and Legislature Remove Barriers to Meet the State’s Need for Funeral Directors

A Milwaukee Area Technical College instructor found himself advocating for his program far beyond the classroom, regularly traveling to Madison to push for new state legislation.

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Wisconsin Technical College System

The Wisconsin Technical College System offers more than 500 programs awarding two-year associate degrees, one- and two-year technical diplomas, short-term technical diplomas and certificates. The System is the major provider of customized instruction and technical assistance for Wisconsin employers. More than 270,000 people enroll at a technical college each year.

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