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Disciplines
- Behavioral Science
- Ethnic Studies
- Human Services
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Sociology
- Child Development and Family Studies
- Early Childhood Education
- Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer
- Social Science
- History
- International Relations
- Political Science
Behavioral Science
Ethnic Studies
This major is an interdisciplinary program which provides an opportunity for students to pursue organized studies of minority groups in American Society and to foster and expand general understanding of these groups. The courses allow for a wide latitude of study to meet a variety of interests with courses which fulfill competence in and an understanding of the unique contributions of American ethnic groups; interpretation of American ethnic culture as manifested in its history, its literature, and its social, economic, political, and philosophical development. (The course descriptions may be found under the appropriate disciplines.)
| AA Degree |
| • African-American Studies • Asian-American Studies • Latino Studies • Native-American Studies • Ethnic Studies Combination |
Human Services
The Human Services major is designed to equip students with the basic knowledge and skills necessary for a variety of social service oriented jobs. The course work provides training in entry level skills for employment in mental health, social welfare, developmental services, corrections, alcohol and drug treatment, and child, adult, dependent adult and elder family services.
Human Services graduates gain specific knowledge and skills to create alliances and facilitate change, run groups, and case manage a diverse population. Students learn in a supportive, practice-oriented environment. Team work, small group activities, take-home assignments and agency guest speakers are an integral part of the education. Classes are offered in the mornings, afternoons or evenings.
Gainful Employment Information: Human Services
| AA Degree | Certificate |
| • Human Services | • Human Services |
Psychology
The psychology program provides academic and practical instruction in a variety of basic psychological concepts, theories, terminology, and research methods, that helps promote students' life skills, personal growth, and interpersonal effectiveness. This major has important implications for many recognized vocational and professional occupations.
| AA Degree |
| • Psychology |
Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer
The psychology program provides academic instruction in basic psychological concepts, theories, terminology, and research methods, and promotes life skills, personal growth, and interpersonal effectiveness.
| AA-T Degree |
| • Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer |
Social Sciences
This program offers students the opportunity to study aspects of the human experience and the intricate relationship among them.
| AA Degree |
| • Social Sciences |
Sociology
Sociology is the study of society and human behavior. Students who obtain a degree in Sociology gain a fundamental understanding of culture, socialization, inequality, racial and ethnic relations, sex roles, deviance, social issues and problems, and the distribution of political and economic power. Sociology students prepare themselves for a job in the field of business, health, education, criminal justice, government/law, or social service, and a variety of other areas.
| AA Degree |
| • Sociology |
Associate in Arts in Sociology for Transfer
Sociology is the study of society and human behavior. Students who obtain a degree in Sociology gain a fundamental understanding of culture, socialization, inequality, racial and ethnic relations, sex roles, deviance, social issues and problems, and the distribution of political and economic power. Sociology students prepare themselves for a job in the field of business, health, education, criminal justice, government/law, or social service, and a variety of other areas.
| AA-T Degree |
| • Associate in Arts in Sociology for Transfer |
Child Development and Family Studies
Early Childhood Education
This program offers comprehensive study of child development, strategies for child guidance, techniques for effective classroom interaction with emphasis on the child in the context of family and culture, and curriculum that enhances the development of the whole child. The Child Development and Family Studies Department is a participant in the Curriculum Alignment Project (CAP). A key effort of the Curriculum Alignment Project is to facilitate the transfer of the courses below as an integrated course of study promoting access to ongoing education and degree attainment. These courses will ease transfer between many California State Universities. The CAP courses include: CDFS 038, CDFS 050, CDFS 053, CDFS 054 (or NUTR 054), CDFS 062, CDFS 063, CDFS 064, and CDFS 065.
Gainful Employment Information: Early Childhood Education
| AS Degree | Certificate |
| • Early Childhood Education | • Early Childhood Education |
Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer
Successful completion of this major prepares students to work in the field of early childhood education. Students will learn about child development, health and safety, observation and assessment, and techniques for effective classroom teaching including child guidance, curriculum development, and educating in a culturally respectful manner. One semester of practicum is required. This program aligns with the statewide Early Childhood Education Curriculum Alignment Project (CAP) which is designed to aid in student transfer. The CAP courses include: CDFS 038, CDFS 050, CDFS 053, CDFS 054 (or NUTR 054), CDFS 062, CDFS 063, CDFS 064, and CDFS 065.
| AS-T Degree | Certificate |
| • Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer | • Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer |
Social Science
History
This program emphasizes the development of various societies through a chronological study of the major social, political, economic, and cultural forces which have shaped these societies. Students in this program may study a variety of historical fields including United States, World, Western Civilization, Native-American, Philippine, African-American, Mexican and Mexican-American, California and Women's History.
| AA Degree |
| • History |
Associate in Arts in History for Transfer
This program emphasizes the development of various societies through a chronological study of the major social, political, economic, and cultural forces which have shaped these societies. Students in this program may study a variety of historical fields, including United States, World, Western Civilization, African-American, Mexican-American, California and Women’s History.
| AA-T Degree |
| • Associate in Arts in History for Transfer |
International Relations
The International Relations program provides an interdisciplinary, integrated approach to an understanding of modern global society and events, preparing the student for a variety of perspectives in a rapidly changing world. Students pursue global interests in language, history, culture, business, government, fine arts, literature, science, and other studies. Students in International Relations will prepare for transfer to universities offering International Relations majors or related fields. Course work will also broaden their perspective and skills to enter the business world. This is an interdisciplinary program so the descriptions for the individual courses can be found under the appropriate disciplines.
| AA Degree |
| • International Relations |
Political Science
This program examines the theory and practice of government and the powerful personalities that affect governmental decisions. This interplay of individual citizens, public leaders, elections, and world events make political inquiry relevant today. The program provides a broad base for the analysis of how government resolves social conflict within the United States and around the world.
| AA Degree |
| • Political Science |