[NTA] FW: Springfield College (flexible weekend courses to earn bachelors/masters degrees)

From: "Ericsson, Aprille J. (GSFC-5560)" <aprille.j.ericsson@xxxxxxxx>
To: undisclosed-recipients:;
Date: Tue, 5 Apr 2011 17:24:03 -0500

From: rr4361@xxxxxxx [mailto:rr4361@xxxxxxx]
Sent: Tuesday, April 05, 2011 12:59 AM
To: RR4361@xxxxxxx
Subject: Springfield College (flexible weekend courses to earn 
bachelors/masters degrees)

Thanks Dr. Dana for sharing (see Dana's note below).
I did some research and found that this college, which I was not familiar, is 
one of the top tier in 2011 regionally in US News. 
http://www.springfieldcollege.edu/homepage/dept.nsf/NT00045F9A/028F3BB37FC06BE585257782006BB58B

I was also not familiar with the career field of Human Services -- here's more 
info on that! Pass the word! I love learning!

Transforming Careers and Communities
The academic programs of Springfield College’s School of Human Services are 
designed to meet the needs of working adults who wish to earn a degree in human 
services. Located in 11 locations throughout the country, the Springfield 
College School of Human Services offers:

 *   Bachelor’s, master’s, and executive master’s programs in human services
 *   Weekend classes
 *   Human services degree completion in as little as 16 to 24 months
 *   Up to 72 credits may be brought into the undergraduate program through 
transfer credit from a regionally accredited institution and/or experiential 
learning (credit varies depending on state regulations).
 *   Financial aid for qualified students
 *   Personal attention from advisors and academic support services
Graduate classes normally meet one weekend each month, while undergraduate 
classes meet two weekends per month. The schedule makes it possible for working 
adults to attend college full-time and meet family needs while earning a human 
services degree.



Why the Springfield College School of Human Services is better than other 
degree programs in Human Services:

The Springfield College School of Human Services provides a rich learning 
environment where classroom and community experience are intertwined. The 
School’s human services degree programs promote proactive learning through 
face-to-face interactions and vibrant discussion with colleagues. The School 
also offers online courses via Pride Online which is powered by Moodle, a 
learning management system that allows instructors to create effective distance 
learning environments. It is also used in a web-enhanced manner with all SHS 
face-to-face courses.

Earning a degree in human services from Springfield College is a rewarding and 
interactive experience that cannot be replicated at any other degree program in 
human services.
Career Outlook for Human Services

Human services is a broad and varied field where human service workers provide 
essential services to specific populations at social and welfare agencies, 
mental health agencies, nursing homes, and hospitals.

Addictions counselors, early childhood education teachers, and criminal justice 
workers are examples of great careers in the field of human services. The job 
outlook for those who earn a human services degree is excellent. The U.S. 
Bureau of Labor Statistics has ranked the human services occupation among the 
most rapidly growing in the country.

[http://www.spfldcol.edu/home.nsf/shs_photo_75_200.jpg]Read what some 
Springfield College School of Human Services graduates have to say about the 
program:

“Springfield College was one of the best learning experiences I’ve had in my 
life. Before, I went to traditional schools where you learned by rote and took 
a test. This college teaches you to become a community change agent. It’s an 
inspiring process.”

-- Penny Willrich, Master of Science Degree in Human Services, School of Human 
Services, San Diego, Calif.


Springfield College School of Human Services To Award Credit for Institute of 
Chemical Dependency Studies Courses
Addiction counseling professionals will have smooth pathways to bachelor’s 
degrees from the Springfield College School of Human Services (SHS), thanks to 
a new agreement with the Institute of Chemical Dependency Studies (ICDS), based 
in Houston, Texas, which has programs in 16 states nationwide. Read 
more<http://www.springfieldcollege.edu/homepage/dept.nsf/953DE77B18E8D40585257418006D9D7A/C4926709455B684E852576AC005686DF>.




-----Original Message-----
From: Dana Smith <dsmith@xxxxxxxxxx>
To: rr4361@xxxxxxx
Sent: Mon, Apr 4, 2011 1:36 pm
Subject: Springfield College (weekend courses to earn bachelors/masters degrees)
Donna,

I thought that the efamily would be interested in learning about an accelerated 
weekend undergrad/grad college program in our area.

I currently teach as an adjunct instructor at Springfield College’s campus in 
Houston.  It is a unique place for individuals who want of complete an 
undergraduate or graduate degree in Human Services.  Most students have full 
time jobs and are able to complete their degrees by attending classes on the 
weekend.  Please see information below about this non-traditional program and 
please pass it along to persons who may have an interest.

Best,
Dana

Dana S. Smith, PhD, LMSW, MPA
Executive Director
Greater Houston Area Health Education Center (AHEC)
5959 West Loop South, Suite 560
Bellaire, Texas 77401
713.592.6411 (voice) | 713.592.6415 (fax)
www.ghahec.org<http://www.ghahec.org/>
[cid:image002.jpg@01CBF2DD.8B12CB30]...making our communities healthier!

From: jgreenfield@xxxxxxxxxxxx<mailto:jgreenfield@xxxxxxxxxxxx> 
[mailto:jgreenfield@xxxxxxxxxxxx<mailto:jgreenfield@xxxxxxxxxxxx?>]
Sent: Sunday, April 03, 2011 10:53 AM
To: dsmith@xxxxxxxxxx<mailto:dsmith@xxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Joyce at Springfield College
Importance: High

Good morning, Dana!

I am enclosing the following information which I hope you can use to describe 
Springfield College School of Human Services-Houston Campus as you send out a 
supportive message to your community/organization contacts.
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Springfield College School of Human Services is known for offering accelerated 
adult education degrees which can transform careers and communities.  Unique 
components at the Houston campus include:

 *   Bachelor's and Master's degree programs in Human Services
 *   Weekend classes (only two weekends per month)
 *   Degree completion in as little as 16-24 months
 *   Undergraduate credits for experiential knowledge
 *   Financial aid available for qualified students

Springfield College (Springfield, MA) was established in 1885 to prepare 
teachers and YMCA future leaders and the college is regionally accredited.  
Students and faculty come from fields such as early childhood education; 
substance abuse counseling; criminal justice system, health care, crisis 
intervention, geriatrics, grass roots organizations and mental health fields, 
to name a few.

The concentration for the 16-month graduate program is in Organizational 
Management and Leadership...often referred to an MBA with a heart.

Classes begin January, May and September and there remain some openings for the 
May term applicants.


For future information, please contact:
Joyce Greenfield
713.681.1120 or
jgreenfield@xxxxxxxxxxxx<mailto:jgreenfield@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Explore the website at: www.springfieldcollege.edu/shs
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I welcome calls, e-mails as well as opportunities to speak briefly to staff or 
organization members. Dana, please know how very grateful I am for your 
willingness to help us educate our community as well as enlarge our school 
population.  Let me know if you feel additional information would be helpful.

My best to you,

Joyce

Joyce Greenfield
Assistant Director - Recruitment and  Admissions
Springfield College
School of Human Services-Houston Campus
2122 E. Governors Circle
Houston, TX 77092
713.681.1120
[NTA] FW: Springfield College (flexible weekend courses to earn bachelors/masters degrees)

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