Behavioral and Social Sciences
Behavioral and Social Sciences
Explore human behavior, social systems, and societal impacts through the lenses of psychology, sociology, and related disciplines. It will prepare you for careers in fields like counseling, social work, research, and community outreach by developing critical thinking and analytical skills.
Career Expectations
A degree in Behavioral and Social Sciences offers diverse career opportunities across
multiple sectors. Graduates can pursue careers in social services, education, research,
policy-making, and more, depending on their interests and additional qualifications.
The degree provides a strong foundation in understanding human behavior and societal
issues, which is valuable in many professional contexts.
Necessary Skills and Attitudes
To succeed in a degree in the social sciences, students need a blend of analytical
and interpersonal skills, alongside a set of crucial attitudes. Key skills include
critical thinking for evaluating theories and data, research abilities for conducting studies and interpreting results, and effective communication for articulating ideas and findings. Interpersonal skills like empathy and active listening are essential for understanding diverse perspectives and building connections with
others. Additionally, a strong sense of curiosity about human behavior and societal structures, a commitment to ethical practice, and an open-minded attitude towards differing viewpoints are necessary for a successful and fulfilling career
in this field.
Program Learning Outcomes
- To help students gain an understanding of historical processes in the context of individual cultures or in groups of cultures.
- To give students experience in research, use of evidence, and reasoned argument.
- To prepare students for advanced study in history at four-year institutions.
- Introduce students to the profession of social work and its foundation to help people function optimally in their environment by providing direct and indirect services to individuals, families, groups, and communities, and by working to improve social conditions.
- Help students understand and apply concepts, methods, and ethical principles related to social work.
- Prepare students for 4-year transfer degree coursework in Social Work and related fields in public and private agencies, child welfare, mental health, corrections, shelters, and many other workplaces.
- Provide students a body of knowledge about their social world, including scholarly understanding of the field of sociology.
- Provide our students with useful conceptual tools for analyzing, comprehending, and adjusting to societal and cultural issues and events they may experience in their lives.
- Introduce students to sociological concepts, theory, and research they will need to succeed in four-year baccalaureate Sociology or other liberal arts programs.
Meet the Faculty
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Richard L EichmanRichard has been an instructor at Sauk for more than 15 years. His philosophy of education is that it is a journey rather than a destination.
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