Social and Behavioral Sciences

The Social and Behavioral Science Pathway is a good option for students who are thoughtful and enjoy using research-based methods to examine the human condition from various perspectives including the study of individuals, communities, institutions, social structure, and culture. Academic programs in this pathway can lead directly to careers in the private and public sectors as well as those that require further education such as law, historic preservation, geographic information systems, archaeology, economics, social work, psychology, and counseling among many others.

Pathway Program

The Pathway Programs are designed to help students who are deciding on their academic and career goals to identify an area of interest. 

Pathway Degree with Social and Behavioral Sciences Concentration, A.A.  

Transfer Programs

Transfer Programs are designed to prepare students to transfer to a college or university to complete a bachelor’s degree. 

Psychology

• Pre-Psychology, A.A. (General Transfer)  
• Pre-Psychology-Behavior Analysis, A.A. (General Transfer)  
• Pre-Neuroscience, A.A. (General Transfer)  
• Pre-Social Work, A.A. (General Transfer)  

Social Science

• Pre-Anthropology, A.A. (General Transfer)  
• Pre-Economics, A.A. (General Transfer)  
• Pre-Global and International Studies, A.A. (General Transfer)  
• Pre-Gender Studies, A.A. (General Transfer)  
• Pre-Geography, A.A. (General Transfer)  
• Pre-History, A.A. (General Transfer)  
• Pre-International Relations, A.A. (General Transfer)  
• Pre-Political Science, A.A. (General Transfer)  
• Pre-Sociology, A.A. (General Transfer)  

Career Programs

Career programs are designed to prepare students for employment or advancement in a specific career field. 

Psychology

• Gerontology Certificate  

Need Help Deciding on a Career?

To assist you in navigating your options, here are a few resources:

The Center for Career and Professional Readiness – Visit this area for assistance with resume building and professional development resources designed to bridge the gap between education and employment.

Explore Careers – This interative tool allows you to browse various industries, view real-time market data and see which academic programs align with your specific career interestes.

FOCUS 2 is an online tool that will help you to identify careers based on your personal strengths and interests, as well as additional online career exploration resources.