Social Sciences
Discover how the world works
From psychology to philosophy to ethnic studies to history, social science courses will deepen your understanding of culture and humanity. Prepare to transfer with a Social Sciences major, fulfill some GE Requirements, or take an elective. Whichever path you're on, our courses will engage you in discussion and develop your independent thinking and critical reading and writing, as you explore the major topics that face human society.
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We offer degree programs and certificate programs in eleven areas of study. Our courses may be taken individually or as part of a planned program leading to a Certificate of Achievement, Occupational Skills Certificate, and/or an Associate degree. No matter your goal, we have an option for you!
Anthropology
Archaeological Field Work
Child Development
Child Development - Administration
Child Development - Child and Adolescent Development
Child Development - Early Childhood Education
Child Development - Early Intervention
Child Development - Infant/Toddler
Child Development - Language & Literacy
Child Development - Multicultural Awareness
Child Development - Music & Movement Education for Young Children
Child Development - School Age Instructional Assistant
Child Development - Science and Math Integration
Child Development - Special Education
Child Development - Special Education Assistant
Child Development Instructional Assistant
Economics
Gender, Ethnicity, and Multicultural Studies
Global Studies
Global Studies for Transfer
History
Humanities
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
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