Sociology
Do you enjoy people-watching? Is human behavior in society interesting to you? If you’re fascinated with everyday life and how the members of society conduct themselves, your path may lead to a career in sociology.
As a member of society, you know there’s much to study in this field. Our classes help you do everything from conducting research to highlighting various areas of inequalities in class, gender, race, and age. Imagine a future with multiple career options such as a marketing consultant, high school teacher, probation officer, research associate, public health consultant, human resources specialist, social worker, or sociologist.
Make it happen. Start your journey in sociology today.
Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges.
| Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Sociology |
CGCC Sociology
Chandler-Gilbert Community College’s sociology program offers a pathway to the Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Sociology, close to home! Our student-oriented faculty have vast academic and applied experiences teaching and researching in the field of sociology. We are passionate about student success and assisting you to develop your sociological imaginations. Through our course offerings, you may choose to dive deeper into sociological subfields like race and ethnicity, gender and sexuality, sports, family, and film/media. We also provide opportunities for service learning - a chance to apply your sociological imagination out in your community!
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Whether you plan on earning a degree or a certificate, you are preparing to transfer to a four-year university, or you are looking to further develop in your career or personal life, CGCC can provide the path for you to reach your goals. With 68 associate degree and certificate programs, as well as transfer partnerships with over 40 universities---including Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, and the University of Arizona—you’ll find your fit at CGCC.
Since its founding in 1992, Chandler-Gilbert Community College has served thousands of students in the East Valley at its Pecos and Williams campuses, Sun Lakes Center, and Communiversity at Queen Creek. We pride ourselves on the excellence of our innovative faculty and staff, on our state-of-the-art facilities, on our broad array of campus life and events, and on our commitment to inclusion and diversity. At CGCC, you belong, and we are here to help you succeed!
Greg Peterson, Ed.D.
President
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