Social Sciences - Montgomery County Community College - Central Campus - Blue Bell PA

Social Sciences from Montgomery County Community College - Central Campus - Blue Bell PA is a Campus Associate Sociology degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. Purpose The Social Sciences Program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four year college or university in majors such as Psychology, History, Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology, and Geography. Graduates often go on to pursue careers in fields such as law, government service, behavioral health, counseling, social science research, social work, and teaching. The types of possible careers for graduates are so varied that it is recommended that students consult their academic advisors, faculty and others frequently to explore opportunities. The Program is specific enough to help students begin to define themselves within a chosen major yet provides enough flexibility to permit them to meet transfer requirements of the colleges and universities to which they plan to transfer. Students should always check current transfer guidelines available in the Student Success Center when selecting courses. Learning Outcomes A graduate should be able to: Explain research methods used in the Social Sciences and evaluate conclusions derived from that research. Articulate how the principles of Disciplines within Social Sciences can be used to explain social issues, to promote civic engagement, to inform public policy, and to delineate a global perspective on human events. Apply knowledge (concepts, theories and research) of the Social Sciences to self assessment, to defining and solving problems in everyday life, and to formulating career goals. Describe similarities and differences in the experience of humans in diverse cultures and civilizations over time including the impact of major historical events, political and social structures, and geography. Summarize the ideas that are interdisciplinary (common to the Disciplines within the Social Sciences) and those which distinguish one Discipline from another. View more details on Montgomery County Community College - Central Campus . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Sociology courses.