HUMS 75 - Working with Homeless and At-Risk Populations

    Recent Professors
    Jennifer Martinez Cosio, Mercedes L. Tiggs
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    30–40 students
    Credits
    2
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of HUMS 75
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course prepares students to work with San Diego’s homeless and at-risk populations. Topics include an overview of populations and their unique needs. Emphasis is placed on community resources as well as skills needed for front line direct service work. This course is designed for anyone interested in working with homeless and at-risk populations in the areas of human services, social work, alcohol and other drug studies, community health work, gerontology, and psychology.
    Usually Held
    Wed 5:30pm–7:30pm, Mon 5:00pm–7:00pm