Psychology Sociology & Social Work

- Gain valuable insights on human behavior that will help you as a leader and manager in a variety of professions.
- Median annual salary for psychologists is more than $81,000, and the median salary for social workers is more than $51,000.
- The number of jobs for social workers is forecast to grow 9% by 2031, faster than the average for all occupations.
ASSOCIATE DEGREES

Behavioral Sciences, A.A. & A.S.
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Behavioral Sciences, Psychology Concentration, A.A. & A.S.
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ÈÕº«ÖÐÎÄ×ÖÄ»¸£ÀûƬ can earn an associate degree in Behavioral Science with a concentration in Psychology, which prepares graduates for transfer to a four-year university and provides preparation for careers in education, social and health services, business, and law.
Behavioral Sciences, Sociology Concentration, A.A. & A.S.
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ÈÕº«ÖÐÎÄ×ÖÄ»¸£ÀûƬ can earn an associate degree in Behavioral Science with a concentration in Sociology, which prepares graduates for transfer to a four-year university and sets a foundation for careers in fields such as education, social services, human resources, and law.
Liberal Arts - Social Science Concentration, A.A & A.S. Transfer Degree
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This program allows students to explore courses in the three areas of economics, history, or political science or to begin a concentration in one of the three. ÈÕº«ÖÐÎÄ×ÖÄ»¸£ÀûƬ who are interested in psychology or sociology should check the Behavioral Sciences program and its concentrations.
Social Work, A.S.
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Behavioral Sciences - Human Services Certificate, C.P.C.
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ÈÕº«ÖÐÎÄ×ÖÄ»¸£ÀûƬ also can earn a certification in Human Services.
Substance Abuse Certificate, C.P.C.
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Our Substance Abuse Certificate program provides a vital skill set for professionals like case managers, counselors, and ministers. Gain the knowledge to support individuals and families dealing with addiction.Our Faculty

Jessica Zellers, LCSW, ACSW, MSW
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Department Chair, Professor of Sociology/Social Work
812-888-4489
jzellers@vinu.edu

Jennifer Hensley

Michael J. Drysdale

Kristin L Jessee-Davis

Robert T. Evans
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