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Ivy Tech School of Public Affairs & Social Services

Human Services

Today's student.
Tomorrow's Social Worker.

What You'll Learn

Human Services sounds simple - help people, right? While the goal of human services is always to serve others, there are many different way that it might look in action. From working with families to promoting neighborhood resources, human services is the heart of communities across the state. Are you ready to make a difference in the world around you by helping others?

In this program, students learn how to navigate many different situations. From substance abuse to elder care, the Human Services program gives students the tools to improve the lives of others by building an understanding of the people around us.

Career Options

Graduates from the Human Services program go on to have jobs including:

  • Case Manager
  • Mental Health Technician
  • Residential Facility Manager
  • Family Support Specialist
  • Activity Director
  • Social Services Specialist
  • Community Health Worker

However, many Ivy Tech graduates of the Human Services program transfer to pursue bachelor’s and master’s degrees. This allows graduates to get even higher paying jobs ($40,000+) in the following types of roles:

  • Child Services Investigator
  • Mental Health Counselor
  • Social Services Program Director
  • School Counselor / School Social Worker

Degree Types Offered

Credential Type Associate Degrees – Career-Ready Degrees Associate Degrees – Transferable Degrees Long-Term Certificates – known as Technical Certificates (TC) Short-Term Certificates – known as Certificates (CT)
Human Services Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Online Option Available icon Human Services Associate of Applied Science (AAS) – Addiction Studies Concentration Human Services Associate of Science (AS) Transfer as a Junior (TSAP) icon Human Services Associate of Science (AS) – Social Work Concentration Online Option Available icon Transfer as a Junior (TSAP) icon Addiction Studies Next-Level Jobs icon Human Services Mental Health Direct Support (TC) Addiction Studies Next-Level Jobs icon Elder Care Professional Mental Health Direct Support (CT)
A Good Fit If...
  • You want to begin working immediately after earning an associate degree.
  • You wish to help others succeed who find themselves in a variety of tough situations.
  • You want to begin working immediately after earning an associate degree.
  • You want to work with people battling addiction.
  • You want to earn an associate's degree before pursing your bachelors degree in a human services area.
  • You wish to help others succeed who find themselves in a variety of tough situations.
  • You want to earn an associate's degree before pursing your bachelors degree in human services.
  • You want to focus your studies specifically in social work.
  • You want to work with people battling addiction.
  • You already have a bachelor's degree in psychology and would like to pursue a License in Addictions Counseling
  • You would like to start earning credit at Ivy Tech that you can apply to a related bachelor's degree program at a four-year university
  • You have already completed the Addiction Studies CT and would like to pursue more education in order to get a more senior and higher-paying role.
  • You want to spend a year learning about human services before starting a career in the field.

You have completed the mental health direct support CT and want to gain skills advanced in assessment and interventions.

  • You would like to start a new career path quickly that allows you to work with those battling addiction.
  • You already have a bachelor's degree in social work and would like to pursue a License in Addictions Counseling
  • You have a heart for the elderly.
  • You want to work in a nursing home or retirement facility.

You are interested in exploring mental health and the helping profession, you want a wide variety of elective options to fit your interests, you want a quick entrance to the mental health and direct support fields

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Length of Program 60 credit hours
4 semesters
60 credit hours
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60 credit hours
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60 credit hours
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40 credit hours
3 semesters
31 credit hours
2 semesters
31 credit hours
2 semesters
27 credit hours
2 semesters
21 credit hours
2 semesters
18 credit hours
1 semester
Cost2 $10,703 $10,703 $10,703 $10,703 $7,135 $5,530 $5,530 $4,816 $3,746 $3,211

Credential Type

A Good Fit If...

Where Offered

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Associate Degrees – Career-Ready Degrees
Human Services Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Online Option Available icon
  • You want to begin working immediately after earning an associate degree.
  • You wish to help others succeed who find themselves in a variety of tough situations.
See 18 locations 60 credit hours
4 semesters
$10,703
Human Services Associate of Applied Science (AAS) – Addiction Studies Concentration
  • You want to begin working immediately after earning an associate degree.
  • You want to work with people battling addiction.
See 15 locations 60 credit hours
4 semesters
$10,703
Associate Degrees – Transferable Degrees
Human Services Associate of Science (AS) Transfer as a Junior (TSAP) icon
  • You want to earn an associate's degree before pursing your bachelors degree in a human services area.
  • You wish to help others succeed who find themselves in a variety of tough situations.
See 21 locations 60 credit hours
4 semesters
$10,703
Human Services Associate of Science (AS) – Social Work Concentration Online Option Available icon Transfer as a Junior (TSAP) icon
  • You want to earn an associate's degree before pursing your bachelors degree in human services.
  • You want to focus your studies specifically in social work.
See 22 locations 60 credit hours
4 semesters
$10,703
Long-Term Certificates – known as Technical Certificates (TC)
Addiction Studies Next-Level Jobs icon
  • You want to work with people battling addiction.
  • You already have a bachelor's degree in psychology and would like to pursue a License in Addictions Counseling
  • You would like to start earning credit at Ivy Tech that you can apply to a related bachelor's degree program at a four-year university
  • You have already completed the Addiction Studies CT and would like to pursue more education in order to get a more senior and higher-paying role.
See 22 locations 40 credit hours
3 semesters
$7,135
Human Services
  • You want to spend a year learning about human services before starting a career in the field.
See 22 locations 31 credit hours
2 semesters
$5,530
Mental Health Direct Support (TC)

You have completed the mental health direct support CT and want to gain skills advanced in assessment and interventions.

See 20 locations 31 credit hours
2 semesters
$5,530
Short-Term Certificates – known as Certificates (CT)
Addiction Studies Next-Level Jobs icon
  • You would like to start a new career path quickly that allows you to work with those battling addiction.
  • You already have a bachelor's degree in social work and would like to pursue a License in Addictions Counseling
See 22 locations 27 credit hours
2 semesters
$4,816
Elder Care Professional
  • You have a heart for the elderly.
  • You want to work in a nursing home or retirement facility.
See 2 locations 21 credit hours
2 semesters
$3,746
Mental Health Direct Support (CT)

You are interested in exploring mental health and the helping profession, you want a wide variety of elective options to fit your interests, you want a quick entrance to the mental health and direct support fields

See 21 locations 18 credit hours
1 semester
$3,211

Associate Degrees – Career-Ready Degrees

  • The Associate of Applied Science in Human Services is for the student who is ready to hit the ground running with their career. Whether you are eager to start working in a nursing home or as a case worker, this program will prepare you to enter the workforce as soon as you graduate.

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    Time to Complete

    An Associate of Applied Science in Human Services degree can be achieved in 4 semesters, or about two years.

    Required Courses

    Graduates must complete a total of 60 credit hours:

    • 19 general education course credits
    • 41 program specific course credits

    View Course Descriptions

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    Student Outcomes

    Student Outcomes (SOs) are the competencies that Ivy Tech students should be well versed in upon graduating from the program.

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  • The Associate of Applied Science in Human Services - Addiction Studies Concentration is for the student who is ready to hit the ground running with their career in addiction services. With the specialization in addiction studies, graduates are prepared to work in rehab facilities and community programs that offer resources for those battling addiction.

    Apply Now   Request More Info

    Time to Complete

    An Associate of Applied Science in Human Services - Addiction Studies degree can be achieved in 4 semesters, or about two years.

    Required Courses

    Graduates must complete a total of 60 credit hours:

    • 19 general education course credits
    • 41 program specific course credits

    View Course Descriptions

    Search Upcoming Courses

    Student Outcomes

    Student Outcomes (SOs) are the competencies that Ivy Tech students should be well versed in upon graduating from the program.

    See SOs

    Close

Associate Degrees – Transferable Degrees

  • The Associate of Science in Human Services -TSAP Track is designed for students who are looking for a stepping stone on their way to a bachelor's degree in human services. This program will not only help you be successful in the workforce but will also prepare you for transferring to a four-year university. This specific program is also accredited by the Council for Standards in Human Service Education.

    Apply Now   Request More Info

    Transfer as a Junior

    CSHSE LogoGraduates of the AS in Human Services - TSAP Track can also choose to transfer to a four-year college or university where they can earn a bachelor's degree in human services. The program is designated as a TSAP program (which stands for “Transfer Single Articulation Pathway”), which enables students to transfer to Indiana public four-year institutions with automatic junior status. You can save upward of $10,000 by completing your first two years at Ivy Tech and then transferring to a four-year college. Talk to our transfer advocates for information about continuing your education after completing your AS degree at Ivy Tech.

    Note that admission is not guaranteed just by enrolling in the AS in Human Services - TSAP Track. You will need to be admitted to the institution you intend to transfer to. Learn more about Transfer as a Junior (TSAP) programs 

    Time to Complete

    An Associate of Science in Human Services - TSAP Track degree can be achieved in 4 semesters, or about two years.

    Required Courses

    Graduates must complete a total of 60 credit hours:

    • 30 general education course credits
    • 30 program-specific course credits
    • 2 semesters of an internship

    View Course Descriptions

    Search Upcoming Courses

    Student Outcomes

    Student Outcomes (SOs) are the competencies that Ivy Tech students should be well versed in upon graduating from the program.

    See SOs

    Close
  • The Associate of Science in Human Services - TSAP with Social Work Concentration program is designed for students who want to earn an associate's degree before transferring to a four-year university. Graduates from this program are prepared for the classroom as they look to pursue further education in social work. Students also have two semesters in an internship program where they will have real-world experience in the social work field that will help them in their future studies and career.

    Apply Now   Request More Info

    Transfer as a Junior

    Graduates of the AS in Human Services - TSAP with Social Work Concentration can also choose to transfer to a four-year college or university where they can earn a bachelor's degree in human services. The program is designated as a TSAP program (which stands for “Transfer Single Articulation Pathway”), which enables students to transfer to Indiana public four-year institutions with automatic junior status. You can save upward of $10,000 by completing your first two years at Ivy Tech and then transferring to a four-year college. Talk to our transfer advocates for information about continuing your education after completing your AS degree at Ivy Tech.

    Note that admission is not guaranteed just by enrolling in the AS in Human Services - TSAP with Social Work Concentration. You will need to be admitted to the institution you intend to transfer to. Learn more about Transfer as a Junior (TSAP) programs 

    Time to Complete

    An Associate of Science in Human Services - TSAP with Social Work Concentration degree can be achieved in 4 semesters, or about two years.

    Required Courses

    Graduates must complete a total of 60 credit hours:

    • 30 program-specific course credits
    • 30 general education course credits
    • 2 semesters in an internship

    View Course Descriptions

    Search Upcoming Courses

    Student Outcomes

    Student Outcomes (SOs) are the competencies that Ivy Tech students should be well versed in upon graduating from the program.

    See SOs

    Close

Long-Term Certificates known as Technical Certificates (TC)

  • The Addiction Studies Technical Certificate (TC) is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to help those battling addiction. Whether you work in a rehab facility or organize a program for addiction support, this credential will prepare you for navigating various subjects and situations in addiction studies. 

    Apply Now   Request More Info

    Time to Complete

    An Addiction Studies TC can be achieved in 3 semesters, or about one year.

    Required Courses

    Graduates must complete a total of 40 credit hours:

    • 24 program-specific course credits
    • 7 general education course credits

    View Course Descriptions

    Search Upcoming Courses

    Student Outcomes

    Student Outcomes (SOs) are the competencies that Ivy Tech students should be well versed in upon graduating from the program.

    See SOs

    Close
  • The Human Services Technical Certificate (TC) is great for students who want to earn a year-long credential in human services. This program opens doors for graduates who want to pursue a variety of jobs in this field. In fact, there are a range of electives offered so students can make the program fit their goals. From substance use to elder care, this program allows students to pursue their interests so that they are best prepared for a career in human services.

    Apply Now   Request More Info

    Time to Complete

    A Human Services TC can be achieved in 2 semesters, or about one year.

    Required Courses

    Graduates must complete a total of 32 credit hours:

    • 24 program-specific course credits
    • 7 general education course credits

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    Close
  • A short term certificate with an emphasis on introductory helping profession skills, crisis intervention, and theory in mental and behavioral health. Students have the opportunity to choose electives in areas of their interest, including healthcare, substance use, and aging.

    Apply Now   Request More Info

    Time to Complete

    A Mental Health Direct Support TC can be achieved in 2 semesters. or 4 8-week terms.

    Required Courses

    Graduates must complete a total of 31 credit hours:

    View Course Descriptions

    Search Upcoming Courses

    Close

Short-Term Certificates known as Certificates (CT)

  • The Addiction Studies Certificate (CT) is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to help those battling addiction. Whether you work in a rehab facility or organize a program for addiction support, this credential will prepare you for navigating various subjects and situations in addiction studies. 

    Apply Now   Request More Info

    FREE through Next Level Jobs

    Addiction Studies is part of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs degree program, funded by the Workforce Ready Grant. You may be eligible for a free Addiction Studies CT. You are eligible to be a part of Next Level Jobs at Ivy Tech if you fulfill all of the following requirements:

    • Are an Indiana resident
    • Have a high school diploma or GED/High School Equivalency
    • Have not previously received a certificate in a Next Level Jobs eligible program
    • Have not previously received an associate degree or higher (bachelors, masters, etc.)

    Learn more about Next Level Jobs 

    Time to Complete

    An Addiction Studies CT can be achieved in 2 semesters, or about one year.

    Required Courses

    Graduates must complete a total of 27 credit hours:

    • 24 program-specific course credits
    • 3 psychology course credits

    View Course Descriptions

    Search Upcoming Courses

    Student Outcomes

    Student Outcomes (SOs) are the competencies that Ivy Tech students should be well versed in upon graduating from the program.

    See SOs

    Close
  • The Elder Care Professional Certificate (CT) is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to work with the elderly. Graduates from this program are prepared for a career working in a nursing home or retirement facility.

    Apply Now   Request More Info

    Time to Complete

    An Elder Care Professional CT can be achieved in 2 semesters, or about one year.

    Required Courses

    Graduates must complete a total of 21 credit hours:

    • 18 human service course credits
    • 3 psychology course credits

    View Course Descriptions

    Search Upcoming Courses

    Student Outcomes

    Student Outcomes (SOs) are the competencies that Ivy Tech students should be well versed in upon graduating from the program.

    See SOs

    Close
  • A short term certificate with an emphasis on introductory helping profession skills, crisis intervention, and theory in mental and behavioral health. Students have the opportunity to choose electives in areas of their interest, including healthcare, substance use, and aging.

    Apply Now   Request More Info

    Time to Complete

    A Mental Health Direct Support CT can be achieved in 1 semester. or 2 8-week terms.

    Required Courses

    Graduates must complete a total of 18 credit hours:

    View Course Descriptions

    Search Upcoming Courses

    Close

Program Details

Human Services is offered at 24 Ivy Tech locations in Indiana. Each location offers a unique combination of certificate and degree options:

Campus Addiction Studies CT Elder Care Professional CT Mental Health Direct Support (CT) CT Addiction Studies TC Human Services TC Mental Health Direct Support (TC) TC Human Services Associate of Science (AS) AS in Human Services - TSAP with Social Work Concentration AAS in Human Services AAS in Human Services - Addiction Studies Concentration
Anderson X X X X X X X
Bloomington X X X X X X X X X
Columbus X X X X X X X X X
Elkhart X X
Evansville X X X X X X X X X
Fort Wayne X X X X X X X X X
Franklin X X X X X X X
Hamilton County X X X X X X X
Indianapolis X X X X X X X
Kokomo X X X X X X X X X
Lafayette X X X X X X X X X
Lake County at Crown Point X X X X X X X X X
Lake County at East Chicago X X X X X X X X X
Lake County at Gary X X X X
Lawrenceburg X X X X X X X X X
Logansport X X X X X
Madison X X X X X X
Marion X X X X X X X
Muncie X X X X X X X X
Richmond X X X X X X X X X
Sellersburg X X X X X X X X X
South Bend X X X X X X X
Terre Haute X X X X X X X X X
Valparaiso X X X X X X X X X X

CT — Certificate (short-term); TC — Technical Certificate (long-term); WFC — Workforce Certification.

Is Human Services Right for Me?

  • You enjoy helping others.
  • You are good with people.
  • You have a heart for those in tough situations.
  • You are motivated by giving back to your community.

Sound Like You?

If you identify with the traits above, Human Services may be the path for you! Take the next step to get started or speak with your local advisor to learn more.

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Prerequisite Courses for Human Services

There are no prerequisite courses you must take prior to enrolling in the Human Services program. 

No Expiration of Credits

There is no expiration date for course credits that were earned in previous years from Ivy Tech Community College.

Transfer Credit for General Education Courses

General education courses completed at colleges other than Ivy Tech will only be considered for general education selection points if transfer credit has been awarded and courses appear on the Ivy Tech transcript prior to the application deadline.

TR grades are not recognized by the online application. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that transfer credit has been awarded and that TR grades are updated to transfer letter grades (TA, TB, TC) on their Ivy Tech transcript.

It is recommended that college transcripts be submitted to the Registrar’s office for evaluation and transfer credit at least four weeks prior to the program application deadline to ensure adequate time for processing.

Human Services Courses

Descriptions of Human Services courses can be found in our online course catalog. View required classes and course descriptions for:

Upcoming Courses

See when specific courses will be offered by searching our course list in Schedule Builder. First, select the semester you’re looking for and then enter the name of the course in the search bar. 

Search for Upcoming Courses 

If you’re a current student, upcoming courses are easy to find in Schedule Builder in MyIvy.

Course Formats

Human Services courses are taught in a variety of in-person and online formats. As a student, you could choose to complete the entire program in a traditional, in-person format, or you could select some online courses to create a hybrid learning plan. You are not able to complete the program 100% online given the in-person interactions that are required for Human Services, which our courses are designed to prepare you for.

Big Dreams? Go for Honors

If you're motivated and want a more robust, personalized academic experience, consider enhancing your associate degree in Human Services by pursuing an Honors pathway. Honors courses are fully virtual with opportunities to meet and network with honors students and faculty across the state. The coursework is designed to support a student’s spirit of inquiry and intellectual growth, as well as foster multicultural awareness and leadership. View eligibility requirements

Graduating with a Human Services degree with an Honors pathway can help you stand out as a high-achieving college student, boost your resume, and help you land an acceptance letter to a top four-year college or university.

LEARN ABOUT HONORS

Applying to Ivy Tech is Free & Easy

The Ivy Tech application is free and easy—you don’t need a certain test score, GPA, or class rank to get started at Ivy Tech. Applying takes about 10-15 minutes and can be completed entirely online.

No Application Deadlines

Ivy Tech does not have a deadline for admission. Our 8-week class sessions start throughout the year—in January, March, June, August, and October—and there is no hard deadline for applying for any of the start dates. It's important, though, to apply early enough that you'll be able to complete all the degree planning, financial aid, and registration activities that need to happen before your first day. We recommend you apply about one month before you intend to start classes. See upcoming start dates

Steps to Apply

(1) Apply to Ivy Tech

If you’ve never applied to Ivy Tech Community College before (or if it’s been two years since you last attended classes here), your first step is to apply to Ivy Tech. You can apply online or in person. To apply in person, reach out to your local admissions team and arrange a meeting. Or, stop by any campus on any Tuesday for Tuesdays@TheTech to receive personal assistance with applying and registering for classes.

Apply Now

(2) Submit Assessment Documents

After you submit your application, you'll be asked to upload documentation—such as SAT/ACT/PSAT scores or high school and college transcripts—that can assess your readiness for college-level coursework and help us make sure you are taking classes that are the right fit for you. How to upload assessment documents

If you don't have your scores or transcripts at your fingertips, don’t worry. Go ahead and submit your application. You can go back to upload assessment documents at any time until the end of the term for which you applied.

(3) Look for a Confirmation Email

Once your application is processed, you will receive a confirmation email at the email address provided on your application. Typically the email will arrive within 1-2 business days of submission, but during peak processing periods (April-June) could take up to 5-10 business days.

The email will contain instructions on how to register for classes, as well as important information regarding your Ivy Tech student portal (MyIvy account), tuition, payment options, and more.

(4) Create an Account in MyIvy

MyIvy is Ivy Tech's online student portal. Students use MyIvy to check e-mail, register for classes, pay tuition, manage financial aid, get the latest news and announcements, and much more. MyIvy also contains "QuickLinks" to the Ivy Tech websites and online tools you will use most often. Learn more about MyIvy

For first-time user instructions and other MyIvy tips: View/Print MyIvy Help Sheet

(5) Course Placement

Before you can register for classes you will need to submit documentation or complete an assessment test. Your test scores can help us determine the best English and math starting classes for you. See the Test Score Course Placement Chart

If you submitted assessment documentation during the application process, your advisor will likely be able to work with those documents to determine course placement and you won't need to take any further steps. If you don't have any of those documents or the scores don't meet minimum thresholds, don’t worry! Your advisor will direct you to complete our free Knowledge Assessment to help develop your customized learning path to better prepare you for courses. 

(6) Register for Classes

Once you have completed the steps above, you may register for classes. Ivy Tech students register for courses using the Schedule Builder tool which can be accessed within MyIvy. If you are a new, first-time Ivy Tech student, we recommend that you meet with your advisor who will help you develop your Academic Completion Plan and help you sign up for courses that are the best fit for you.

For a complete list of registration steps, including detailed registration steps, deadlines, and information about holds, withdrawals, waitlists, and refunds, visit our Registration 101 page.

(7) Pay Your Tuition

After registering for your courses, your bill can be viewed in your MyIvy account > Student Dashboard- > View/Pay Balance. Payments can also be made in your MyIvy account. For complete information about payments, including payment options, payment plans, how to make immediate payments, due dates, information about refunds, and more, visit our Payments page.

Accredited by the Council for Standards in Human Service Education (CSHSE)

CSHSE logoIvy Tech is proud to have the Human Services Associate of Science (AS) - TSAP Track accredited by CSHSE. The council aims to assure the quality of the education that students receive.

The outcome information below is provided in accordance with accreditation requirements.

Local Program Contacts & Info

Chelsea Rood-Emmick MSW, LSWDepartment Chair, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Legal and Paralegal StudiesAssociate Professor of Human Services(812) 330-6206crood1@ivytech.edu

For more information, contact:

William Bart McQuitty MS, MAPA
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
CRIM-HUMS Department Chair
wmcquitty@ivytech.edu
317-916-6313

Human Services Department Chair
Janyse Walker, MSW, LCSW
219-392-3600 x3226
jbonner5@ivytech.edu 

Renee Rockers
Program Chair
812-429-9885
rrockers1@ivytech.edu

Ruth Davis
Assistant Professor
Department Chair of Human Services
rdavis107@ivytech.edu
260-480-4113



The degrees/certificates/technical certificates offered in Fort Wayne are:
DEGREES
AAS Human Services - Some classes required face to face and may not be taken online AAS Addiction Studies - This degree has some classes that are only offered in an online format AS Human Services - Some classes required face to face and may not be taken online

CERTIFICATES
Addition Studies - Some classes are only offered in an online format Elder Care Professional - Some classes are only offered in an online format

TECHNICAL CERTIFICATES
Human Services
Addiction Studies - Some classes are only offered in an online format

Ivy Tech's Fort Wayne campus does not offer the AAS Indiana Youth Development degree or the Indiana Youth Development Certificate.

For more information, contact:

William Bart McQuitty MS, MAPA
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
CRIM-HUMS Department Chair
wmcquitty@ivytech.edu
317-916-6313

Autumn McNichols, Program Chair, Social & Behavioral Sciences; Public Affairs & Social Services

amcnichols@ivytech.edu

317-921-4300 Ext. 084381

Deborah Whitney, Program Chair (Indianapolis)

dwhitney2@ivytech.edu

317-921-4783 

Mary Applegate
Associate Professor of Human Service, Program Chair
765-252-5505
mapplegate14@ivytech.edu

Learn More About the Program

Yvonne Smith
Program Chair, Human Services
Email: ysmith26@ivytech.edu
Telephone: 765-269-5520

Human Services Department Chair
Janyse Walker, MSW, LCSW
219-392-3600 x3226
jbonner5@ivytech.edu 

For more information, contact:

Katherine Watkins
Department Chair
812 537 4010 ext. 5312
kwatkins@ivytech.edu

Program Chair
Susanne Hamner
shamner@ivytech.edu
812-265-2580 ext. 4107

 

Contact Us to Learn More

Melanie Wright, HS-BCP
Human Services Program Chair Muncie
Ivy Tech Community College
345 S. High Street
Muncie, IN 47305
765-289-2291 ext. 1735
mwright12@ivytech.edu

 

Questions? Contact:

Jeff Shafer
Department Chair
jshafer40@ivytech.edu
765-966-2656 ext. 1115

Robin Harrington, CSW
Assistant Professor/Program Chair
Ogle Hall, Room 221
rharrington12@ivytech.edu
812-248-4200

Questions about the Program or Enrolling?

Gale Vaughn
Assistant Professor of Humanities PASS, Department Chair

Contact Us to Learn More

Angela Hayes
Program Chair, Human Services
812-298-2561 |ahayes58@ivytech.edu

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Professor D.W. Spears, MA, HS-BCP, ADC
Program Chair & Professor of Human Services

Ivy Tech Community College—Valparaiso Campus

Phone 219-464-8514, ext. 3039

Email: dspears18@ivytech.edu
Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@donaldwspears2

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219-392-3600
lakecounty-admissions@ivytech.edu

Lake County at East Chicago Admissions
410 East Columbus Drive
East Chicago, IN 46312

2024-2025 Office Hours

Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Open Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. during the following dates:
August 10
August 17
December 7
March 15

574-830-0375, ext. 5303
asksouthbendelkhart@ivytech.edu

Elkhart Admissions Office
22531 County Road 18
Goshen, IN 46528

Jed Duvick - Assistant Director of Enrollment

jduvick@ivytech.edu   

574-289-7001 ext. 5379

Kate Batie- South Bend Recruiter

kbatie@ivytech.edu

574-289-7001 ext.6858

Enrollment Services/Student Affairs Hours: Effective January 2024:
Mondays and Tuesdays: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Wednesday and Thursdays: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fridays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
First week of classes in January and August: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.

812-429-1435
evansville-admissions@ivytech.edu

Evansville Admissions Office
3501 N First Avenue
Evansville, IN 47710

Fax: 812-429-9878

Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET

260-480-4268
fortwayne-sasupport@ivytech.edu

Fort Wayne Admissions Office
3701 Dean Drive, Student Life Center, Room SL 101
Fort Wayne, IN 46835

Please contact Admissions at our full-service campus located in Lafayette.

Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET

317-916-6301
AskFranklin@ivytech.edu

Franklin Admissions Office
2205 McClain Drive
Franklin, IN 46131

Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT
Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT

219-392-3600
lakecounty-admissions@ivytech.edu

Lake County at Arts & Science Building Admissions
3491 Broadway
Gary, IN 46409

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. ET

765-653-7410
mfrank35@ivytech.edu

Greencastle Admissions
915 S Zinc Mill Road
Greencastle, IN 46135

Virtual On-Demand Service:
Video | Voice | Chat
Monday–Friday | 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. ET
Enter Zoom Room →

Please contact Admissions at our full-service campus located in Columbus.

Monday–Friday, by Appointment Only

317-921-4300

Hamilton County Admissions Office
300 N. 17th Street
Noblesville, IN 46060

Monday - Thursday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

1-888-489-5463

Indianapolis Admissions Office
50 W. Fall Creek Parkway N.
Indianapolis, IN 46208

Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Or by appointment

765-459-0561
kokomo-enrollment@ivytech.edu

Kokomo Admissions Office
1815 E Morgan Street
Kokomo, IN 46901

Please contact Admissions at our full-service campus located in Valparaiso.

Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET

765-269-5200
lafayette-admissions@ivytech.edu

Lafayette Admissions Office
3101 S Creasy Lane Ivy Hall 1233
Lafayette, IN 47905

Lake County has 3 full-service locations. Select a location below to see contact information for their Admissions department.

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET

1-888-489-5463

Lawrence Admissions Office
9301 East 59th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46216

Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET

812-537-4010 ext. 5305
R11express@ivytech.edu

Lawrenceburg Admissions Office
50 Walnut Street
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

Fax: 812-537-0993

Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Or by appointment

765-459-0561
kokomo-enrollment@ivytech.edu

Logansport Admissions Office
1 Ivy Tech Way
Logansport, IN 46947

Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday, 8 a.m to 4:30 p.m. ET

812-265-2580, ext. 4121
etingle2@ivytech.edu

Madison Admissions Office
590 Ivy Tech Drive
Madison, IN 47250

Monday, Thursday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday and Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

765-651-3100, ext. 3418
marion-admissions@ivytech.edu

Marion Admissions Office
261 Commerce Drive
Marion, IN 46953

Zoom Video Call
Call 765-651-3100, ext. 3418 to schedule an appointment.

K–14 Initiatives
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
765-651-3100, ext. 3418
shancock1@ivytech.edu

Please contact Admissions at our full-service campus located in Valparaiso.

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET

765-289-2291, ext. 1233
askmuncie@ivytech.edu

Muncie Admissions Office
125 S High Street, Ball Building, 2nd Floor
Muncie, IN 47305

Fax: 765-282-2414

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET

765-599-2613, ext 4026
askmuncie@ivytech.edu

New Castle Admissions Office
3325 IN-3
New Castle, IN 47362

Fax: 765-282-2414

Please contact Admissions at our full-service campus located in Columbus.

Please contact Admissions at our full-service campus located in Sellersburg.

Please contact Admissions at our full-service campus located in Kokomo.

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET

765-966-2656, ext. 1202
richmondenrollment@ivytech.edu

Richmond Admissions Office
2357 Chester Boulevard
Richmond, IN 47374

Zoom Video Call
Call 765-966-2656, ext. 1202 to schedule an appointment.

Fax: 765-962-3775

Please contact Admissions at our full-service campus located in Richmond.

Please contact Admissions at our full-service campus located in Sellersburg.

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET

812-246-3301, ext. 4504
sellersburg-admissions@ivytech.edu

Sellersburg Admissions Office
8204 Highway 311, Pfau Hall, Room A2
Sellersburg, IN 47172

Please contact Admissions at our full-service campus located in Columbus.

Please contact Admissions at our full-service campus located in Columbus.

2024-2025 Office Hours

Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Open Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. during the following dates:
December 7
March 15

574-289-7001, ext 6858
asksouthbendelkhart@ivytech.edu

South Bend Admissions Office
220 Dean Johnson Blvd.
South Bend, IN 46601

Jed Duvick- Assist Director of Enrollment

jduvick@ivytech.edu

574-289-7001 ext. 5379

 

Enidza Deynes-Wallace - Elkhart Recruiter

edeyneswallace@ivytech.edu 

574-830-0375 ext. 5303

812-547-7915

Tell City Career and Technology Center
1034 31st Street
Tell City, IN 47586

Fax: 812-547-7916

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. ET

812-298-2280
acox87@ivytech.edu

Terre Haute Admissions
8000 S Education Drive
Terre Haute, IN 47802

Virtual On-Demand Service:
Video | Voice | Chat
Monday–Friday | 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. ET
Enter Zoom Room →

Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET

574-316-4325
jlackey20@ivytech.edu

Warsaw Admissions Office
2545 Silveus Crossing
Warsaw, IN 46582

Questions About the Program?

Future Students

If you’re not yet an Ivy Tech student, contact us at 1-888-489-5463 and we’ll be happy to help.

Current Students

Contact your academic advisor, who can answer any questions you have about the Human Services program and your certificate and degree options.

Find Local Advising Contact Info

Don't see a nearby Advising location? Call 1-888-489-5463 and we'll get you started.

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET

765-643-7133
askanderson@ivytech.edu

Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET

812-934-3954
R11express@ivytech.edu

Batesville Advising
1 Ivy Tech Drive
Batesville, IN 47006

Fax: 812-934-4590

Advisors & Enrollment Specialists Available by Appointment
Monday – Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET
   
Current Students: bl-advisingcenter@ivytech.edu
New Students: bloomington-eec@ivytech.edu
812-330-6013
   
Virtual On-Demand Service
Drop-in for Schedule Builder Assistance
Monday–Friday | 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. ET
Enter Zoom Room

Monday–Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET

Janet Sharp
812-900-4772
jsharp19@ivytech.edu

Columbus Advising
4475 Central Avenue
Columbus, IN 47203

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET

765-825-9394, ext. 6121
cbottomley2@ivytech.edu

Connersville Advising
717 W 21st Street
Connersville, IN 47331

Fax: 765-825-4516

Phone and Zoom meetings available by request. Call 765-825-9394, ext. 6121.

Call for availability

765-269-5682
aclark505@ivytech.edu

Crawfordsville Advising
2255 Phil Ward Boulevard
Crawfordsville, IN 47933

Monday & Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT
Wednesday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. CT
Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT

219-392-3600
LakeCounty-advising@ivytech.edu

Lake County at Crown Point
9900 Connecticut Drive
Crown Point, IN 46307

Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT
Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT

219-392-3600
LakeCounty-advising@ivytech.edu

2024-2025 Office Hours

Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Open Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. during the following dates:
August 10
August 17
December 7
March 15

574-830-0375
asksouthbendelkhart@ivytech.edu

Elkhart Advising
22531 County Road 18
Goshen, IN 46528

Enrollment Services/Student Affairs Hours: Effective January 2024:
Mondays and Tuesdays: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Wednesday and Thursdays: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fridays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
First week of classes in January and August: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.

812-492-0531
evansville-advisingcenter@ivytech.edu

Evansville Academic Advising Center
3501 N First Avenue
Evansville, IN 47710

Sign Up for a Call Back
Fax: 812-429-9878

Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET

260-480-4125

Fort Wayne Advising
3701 Dean Drive, Harshman Hall, Room 1015
Fort Wayne, IN 46835

Academic Advisors by Program

Fax: 260-480-4252

Monday–Thursday, 7:45 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET
Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET

765-269-5820
hwunder@ivytech.edu

Frankfort Advising
251 E Clinton Street
Frankfort, IN 46041

Mon-Thurs 8 a.m.-5 p.m. ET
Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m. ET

franklin-advising@ivytech.edu

Franklin Advising
2205 McClain Drive
Franklin, IN 46131

Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT
Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT

219-392-3600
LakeCounty-advising@ivytech.edu

Lake County Advising at Gary
3491 Broadway
Gary, IN 46409

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. ET

765-653-7410
ahooping@ivytech.edu

Greencastle Advising
915 S Zinc Mill Road
Greencastle, IN 46135

Virtual On-Demand Service:
Video | Voice | Chat
Monday–Friday | 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. ET
Enter Zoom Room →

Please contact Advising at our full-service campus located in Columbus.

Advising by Appointment
Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET

317-921-4300
askhamiltoncounty@ivytech.edu

Hamilton County Advising Center
300 N. 17th Street
Noblesville, IN 46060

Sign Up to Get a Call Back →

Zoom Video Call
Email askhamiltoncounty@ivytech.edu to schedule.

Advising Team
Ginny Leonard, Director of Academic Advising 
Advisor for: Exploratory/Undecided students
vleonard5@ivytech.edu 

 

 

Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET

(317) 917-5715
Indy-Advising@ivytech.edu

Indianapolis Advising
50 W. Fall Creek Parkway N.
Indianapolis, IN 46208

Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Or by appointment

765-459-0561
Kokomo-Advising@ivytech.edu

Kokomo Advising
1815 E Morgan Street
Kokomo, IN 46901

Please contact Advising at our full-service campus located in Valparaiso.

Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET

765-269-5630
lf-advisingcenter@ivytech.edu

Lafayette Advising
3101 S Creasy Lane
Lafayette, IN 47905

Lake County has 3 full-service locations. Select a location below to see contact information for their Advising department.

Please contact Advising at our full-service campus located in Indianapolis.

Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET

812-537-4010 ext. 5305
R11express@ivytech.edu

Lawrenceburg Advising
50 Walnut Street
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

Fax: 812-537-0993

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Or by appointment

765-459-0561
Kokomo-Advising@ivytech.edu

Logansport Advising
1 Ivy Tech Way
Logansport, IN 46947

Monday & Wednesday , 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Tuesday & Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET
Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET

812-256-2580, ext. 4502

Madison Advising Center
590 Ivy Tech Drive
Madison, IN 47250

Fax
812-265-4028

Zoom Video Calls
Available by appointment only. Call 812-256-2580, ext. 4502 to make an appointment. 

Advising Team
Tricia Miracle
812-265-2580 ext. 4137
tmiracle2@ivytech.edu
Text during business hours 812-510-3844
Virtual Drop-In Advising Hours: Wednesdays 9:00-1:00pm & Thursdays 2:00-5:30pm
Zoom Link

Lisa Kelley
812-265-2580 ext. 4163
lkelley3@ivytech.edu
Text during business hours 502-414-1597
Virtual Drop-In Advising Hours: Tuesdays 1:30pm-5pm & Thursdays 8:30am-12pm
Zoom Link

Monday, Thursday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday and Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

765-651-3100, ext. 3304
marion-advising@ivytech.edu

Marion Advising
261 Commerce Drive
Marion, IN 46953

Zoom Video Call
Call 765-651-3100, ext. 3304 to schedule an appointment.

Please contact Advising at our full-service campus located in Valparaiso.

Monday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Tuesday - Thursday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday (virtually), 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

765-289-2291, ext. 1215
askmuncie@ivytech.edu

Muncie Advising
125 S High Street, Ball Building, 2nd Floor
Muncie, IN 47305

All appointments can be setup virtually. Email askMuncie@ivytech.edu to schedule.

Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET
Friday (virtually), 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET

765-599-2613, ext 4032
kterrell36@ivytech.edu

New Castle Advising
3325 IN-3
New Castle, IN 47362

Zoom Video Call
Email kterrell36@ivytech.ed to schedule.

Please contact Advising at our full-service campus located in Columbus.

Please contact Advising at our full-service campus located in Sellersburg.

Please contact Advising at our full-service campus located in Kokomo.

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET

765-966-2656, ext. 1202
lpowell91@ivytech.edu

Richmond Local Enrollment
2357 Chester Boulevard
Richmond, IN 47374

Zoom Video Call
Call 765-966-2656, ext. 1202 to schedule an appointment.

Fax: 765-962-3775

Monday & Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET
Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET

765-932-7191
mroller1@ivytech.edu

Rushville Advising
330 N Main Street
Rushville, IN 46173

Virtual meetings or appointments by request. Call 765-932-7191.

Fax: 765-932-5263

Please contact Advising at our full-service campus located in Sellersburg.

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET (5-6 pm by appointment only)
Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET

812-246-3301, ext. 4309
sl-advising@ivytech.edu

Sellersburg Academic Advising Center
8204 Hwy 311, Pfau Hall, G6
Sellersburg, IN 47172

Please contact Advising at our full-service campus located in Columbus.

Please contact Advising at our full-service campus located in Columbus.

Current Office Hours
Monday, Wednesday, & Thursdays @ 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Starting Oct. 28th
Tuesdays: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Fridays: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
All other days by appointment from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
**Special Saturday December 7 @ 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

574-289-7001
asksouthbendelkhart@ivytech.edu

South Bend Advising Department
220 Dean Johnson Blvd.
South Bend, IN 46601

Please contact Advising at our full-service campus located in Evansville.

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. ET

812-298-2554
aharnack@ivytech.edu

Academic Advising Center
8000 S Education Drive
Terre Haute, IN 47802

Virtual On-Demand Service:
Video | Voice | Chat
Monday–Friday | 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. ET
Enter Zoom Room →

By Appointment Only
Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT
Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT

Drop-in Advising Day (No Appointment Required) Tuesdays 8am-5pm CT

219-464-8514 ext. 4720
askvalparaiso@ivytech.edu

Valparaiso Academic Advising
3100 Ivy Tech Drive
Valparaiso, IN 46383

Call for an appointment

574-267-5428

Warsaw Advising
2545 Silveus Crossing
Warsaw, IN 46582

24 hours a day, 7 days a week (se habla español)

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