Social and Behavioral Sciences Pathway
This pathway provides students with the opportunity to explore programs covering various aspects of human behavior, cognition, emotion, psychology, and research methods. Social sciences programs allow you to delve into the examination of social structures, institutions, and processes, addressing critical issues such as inequality, diversity, globalization, and social change.
Social and Behavioral Sciences Programs
Social and Behavioral Sciences Programs
Area of Study | Transfer Degree | Degree | Certificate | Skill Certificate |
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Administration of Justice | AS-T | AA | C | |
Fingerprint Expert | SC | |||
Fingerprint Expert | ||||
Law, Public Policy, and Society | AA-T | |||
Paralegal Studies | AA | C | ||
Pathway to Law School | C | |||
Social Work and Human Services | AA-T |
Area of Study | Transfer Degree | Degree | Certificate | Skill Certificate |
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African American Studies | SC | |||
Asian-American Studies | ||||
Political Science | AA-T | |||
Social Justice Studies: General | AA-T | |||
Sociology | AA-T |
Area of Study | Transfer Degree | Degree | Certificate | Skill Certificate |
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Human Services: Addiction Studies | AA | C | ||
Human Services: Generalist | AA | C | ||
Psychology | AA-T |
Area of Study | Transfer Degree | Degree | Certificate | Skill Certificate |
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Liberal Arts: Social and Behavioral Sciences | AA |
AS: Associate of Science, AS-T: Associate of Science Transfer, AA: Associate of Art, AA-T: Associate of Art Transfer, C: Certificate, SC: Skill Certificate
*: This program has additional requirements. View the program page for more information.
Meet Your Success Team
Eric Romero is a counselor with a diverse educational background and a passion for personal growth. He holds an AA in Liberal Arts from Cerritos Community College, a BA in Sociology from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and an MS in Counseling from California State University, Long Beach.
Outside of his professional life, Eric enjoys a variety of interests, including playing video games, exploring different cultures around the world, indulging in sushi, participating in sports like volleyball and pickleball, and immersing himself in the world of audiobooks and podcasts. Drawing from his own experiences, Eric encourages his students not to fear change and to take advantage of the resources on campus. He believes in setting high goals and actively engaging in the college experience to shape one’s future.
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More about Degrees and Certificates
- An Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree provides knowledge and skills for employment or further study in a chosen field.
- An Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) or Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) degree is for students interested in transferring to schools within the California State University (CSU) system to earn a bachelor’s degree.
- A Certificate of Achievement (C) is approved by the state and prepares students to enter the workforce.
- A Skills Certificate (SC) is issued by the department and prepares students to enter the workforce.
- A Noncredit Certificate (CN) is for students who want to acquire employment, transition to college, and/or explore pathways leading to a career.