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Social and Behavioral Sciences Pathway

In the Social and Behavioral Sciences career and academic pathway at Los Angeles City College, students have the opportunity to explore a wide range of fields, including psychology, sociology, and political science. These programs offer comprehensive coursework covering various aspects of human behavior, cognition, emotion, developmental psychology, abnormal psychology, and research methods. Social Sciences programs delve into the examination of social structures, institutions, and processes, addressing critical issues such as inequality, diversity, globalization, and social change.

Social and Behavioral Sciences Programs

Social and Behavioral Sciences Programs

Area of Study Transfer Degree Degree Certificate Skill Certificate
Administration of Justice AS-T AA C
African American Studies SC
Fingerprint Expert SC
Human Services: Addiction Studies AA C
Human Services: Generalist AA C
Law, Public Policy, and Society AA-T
Liberal Arts: Social and Behavioral Sciences AA
Paralegal Studies AA C
Pathway to Law School C
Political Science AA-T
Psychology AA-T
Social Justice Studies: General AA-T
Social Work and Human Services AA-T
Sociology AA-T
Definitions:
AS: Associate of Science, AS-T: Associate of Science Transfer, AA: Associate of Art, AA-T: Associate of Art Transfer, C: Certificate, SC: Skill Certificate
*: This program has additional requirements. View the program page for more information.

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More about Degrees and Certificates

  • An Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree provides knowledge and skills for employment or further study in a chosen field.
  • An Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) or Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) degree is for students interested in transferring to schools within the California State University (CSU) system to earn a bachelor’s degree.
  • A Certificate of Achievement (C) is approved by the state and prepares students to enter the workforce.
  • A Skills Certificate (SC) is issued by the department and prepares students to enter the workforce.
  • A Noncredit Certificate (CN) is for students who want to acquire employment, transition to college, and/or explore pathways leading to a career.