Certificate of Proficiency in Social Welfare (Certificate)

Foothill College

Los Altos Hills, CA

Sociology is the scientific or systematic study of human groups and societies and patterns of interaction in real-life settings. It uses a variety of research and theoretical perspectives to analyze and explain human social behavior and social change. As all human behavior is essentially social, sociology students examine a wide range of human interactions.

 

This program includes a range of courses that analyze sociological topics and enable students to develop and apply a Sociological Imagination or the ability to examine the broader connections between personal life, public issues, and the social structure.

 

Sociology, with its extensive scope of subject matter, provides a valuable major for a diverse range of career paths.

 

Learn more about the program on the Sociology website.

 

Program Learning Outcomes

- Students will be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the core concepts of sociology: social structure, culture, social stratification and inequality, race, ethnicity, gender, and globalization.

- Students will be able to apply their understanding of sociology to their professional, personal, and civic lives.

 

Career Opportunities

A major in sociology prepares students to seek employment in various employment sectors. The level of education completed influences the range of career opportunities offered. Advanced degrees in sociology broaden students' career paths to include high school through university teaching, research, consulting, business, politics, journalism, public relations, and public administration and all fields that require strong analytical skills and attention to issues of diversity. As a liberal arts major, sociology also provides a foundation for various professions such as social welfare, law, marketing, non-profit management, and counseling. Regardless of focus, all sociology students should become proficient in writing and speaking, research techniques, and technology.

Details

Program Type:
Certificate
Online Instruction:
No
K12 CTE Industry Sector:
Non-CTE
K12 CTE Career Pathway:
Non-CTE

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