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Majors:
Psychology - AA
Sociology - AA
Human /Social Services - AA

Degree: Associate of Arts

Psychology
Associate of Arts
Psychology is the scientific study of emotional and
behavioral characteristics of individuals and groups. The
Highland psychology program (AA) is designed to provide
vital skills and understanding by studying human behavior,
personality development, treatment, and therapy. The
program analyzes social, clinical, educational, experimental,
and industrial psychology. This program offers a solid
educational foundation for the student intending to pursue a
baccalaureate degree in psychology or related field.

Sociology
Associate of Arts
Sociology is the comprehensive scientific study of society
and its constituent parts. This discipline combines the
ongoing study of social facts with the historical study of
social institutions. The Highland sociology program (AA)
provides introductory survey courses dealing with socialization,
culture, social class, race, the family, and deviant
behavior. These courses will serve to help understand
ourselves and the world we live in and will also serve as a
foundation for any bachelors degree program.

Human/Social Services
Associate of Arts
The flexible HCC human/social services program (AA)
provides essential educational elements while allowing
students to choose from either an emphasis in children’s
services or social services. Both are designed to provide a
solid foundation for a baccalaureate degree. It is possible,
however, for a student to gain employment after completion
of the two-year program.

Possible Career Paths
Occupations for psychology/sociology majors include
marketing research analyst, public relations specialist,
personnel interviewer, probation/parole officer, career
services director, mental health worker, hospice coordinator,
art therapist, psychologist, school counselor, police
officer, criminologist, social worker, or teacher.
Human/social service graduates typically acquire employment
in state, county, and municipal social service agencies,
as well as educational institutions, religious organizations,
and health-related institutions.

Our Psychology, Sociology and Human/Social Services Faculty:
Paul Rabideau, psychology faculty
Kim Goudreau, sociology faculty
Michael Sleezer, psychology faculty

Psychology, Sociology and Human/Social Services Scholarship Opportunities:
Eduard Buss Humanities and Social Sciences Scholarship

View all of our scholarships here.