Why Study Social and Behavioral Sciences?
Liberal Arts and Science comprises a variety of academic disciplines including language, composition and literature, art, philosophy, religious studies, education, communication, speech, performing arts, and the social and behavioral sciences. The degree tracks within the Social and Behavioral Sciences focus on political science, psychology and sociology, and the courses lay the foundation for more specialized and advanced areas in a baccalaureate program.
School of Arts, Education, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Degree Tracks & Course Sequence
Associate of Arts (AA): Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Graduates of Rockland Community College are provided with a clear path to meaningful careers that meet the needs of businesses and industry in the communities we serve. Our students are trained in specific skills that are needed by employers, and guided through a career path that leads directly to workforce opportunities. With affordable tuition, students who begin their college careers at RCC are ready to meet the demands of the real world.
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Student Success
At Rockland Community College, you are provided with a Student Success Team that will help you with your academic journey, career exploration, transfer planning, support service referrals, and more! Your Team includes your Dean, Program Director, Faculty Advisor, Student Success Advisor, Connection Center Counselor, Financial Aid Advisor, Peer Mentors, and if you’re involved in any of these special programs, your Athletics, Honors, TRiO, and Veterans Advisors. During your first semester, you will take an ‘Introduction to the School’ course that will outline the various College offices and departments that can help you on your path.
Career Outlook
The goal of liberal arts and science courses is the development of judgement and understanding of past, present and future human relationships, in the social, cultural, and natural environment. Courses focus on analysis, problem solving, critical thinking, writing, and communication. Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared for transfer to a four-year institution to further their education.
Job Roles
Lobbyist, Lawyer, Diplomat or Foreign Service Officer, Political Scientist, Career or Vocational Counselor, Clinical Psychologist, Consumer Psychologist, Counselor, Business Analyst, Consumer Relations Specialist, and Market Analyst
Industries
Law, Psychology, Business, Education, and Social Work
Careers
Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
Political Scientist
Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors
Employment and wage data by occupation are based on the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) survey, which collects information from approximately 51,000 businesses. bls.gov
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