Sociology and Social Work

Do you want to make a difference for children and families in your community? Here, you study societal structures and learn to help others in this combined major. You’ll practice connecting with people and provide for those in need.

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Study Cultural Impact through Sociology

We prepare you to effectively anticipate individual and community needs. You interact with groups of people and cultures on every societal level for a full experience. 

You'll study conflict theory, stressors and sociology concepts to understand collective behavior and how organized groups work. 

Alleviate Suffering through Social Work 

We guide your understanding of stressful, harmful and inappropriate situations you might encounter when helping others. You'll know where to send your clients to connect them with the physical, emotional, mental or financial services they need. 

University Transfer and Future Career Options

Our program is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of an Sociology and Social Work career. Once you earn your associate degree, you have transfer options to build on your Butler experience.  

Your Sociology and Social Work education can lead you to a future in careers like:

  • Non-profit member
  • Counselor
  • Social worker

Classes You'll Take

These are some examples of courses in our Sociology & Social Work program.

  • Ethics
  • Women and Gender Studies
  • Contemporary Social Problems

    Sociology and Social Work (Associate of Arts)

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