Social and Behavioral Sciences
Area of Interest
Are you curious about people, communities and the forces that shape society? Pima’s Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS) programs give you the academic foundation and real-world perspective to explore human behavior, examine history, understand cultural systems, and make sense of the world around you.
Pima’s SBS programs let you dive into subjects like psychology, culture, history, economics, political systems, and more — with most students pursuing an Associate of Arts (Liberal Arts) degree to prepare for seamless transfer to a university. Specialized certificates and degrees are also offered for those interested in field archaeology and social services in particular.
No matter your path, you’ll develop your critical thinking, research, and communication skills — tools that serve as the foundation for nearly any career involving people and communities, from education and public service to business, law, healthcare, and beyond.
Completing one of our Social and Behavioral Sciences programs prepares you for a career across various disciplines, such as:
- African American Studies
- American Indian Studies
- Anthropology
- Archaeology
- Community Advocacy
- Counseling
- Criminal Justice
- Economics
- Ethnic Studies
- Gender and Women's Studies
- History
- Human Rights
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Law
- Mexican American Studies
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Social Justice
- Social Policy
- Social Work
- Sociology and more
Not sure which career path is right for you? Connect with a career counselor or check out Career Coach to explore your options and get inspired!
Available Programs
Associate of Arts
The Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts sets you up to transfer smoothly to a university in a wide range of majors, including social and behavioral sciences disciplines. You’ll work with an advisor to choose the transfer pathway that aligns best with your goals and your future.
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Social Services
To be successful in social services occupations means being empathetic – understanding someone else’s feelings and perspectives – in order to help them. At Pima, you will learn about service delivery, case management, community outreach, prevention, and intervention – the building blocks of social work – as well as crisis intervention, youth services, behavioral health and group facilitation.
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Tailored Pathways to Your Future
Planning to earn your bachelor’s in social services or behavioral sciences? At Pima, you can create a personalized degree plan with an advisor to ensure a smooth transfer to a four-year university. Our expert guidance will give you a clear path to your goals. Plus, our Social Services certificate and degree align with Arizona State University’s respected School of Social Work.