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Do you want to make a positive impact on the world? Do you want to understand the needs of others and serve the community? At CCC, you can explore human behavior, society and relationships, while preparing for a career in human services, criminal justice or social sciences like sociology and psychology.
CCC is a great place to start your education. Students who complete transfer coursework in social sciences, human services and criminal justice at CCC will be ready to pursue exciting degrees at four-year colleges and universities.
If you like solving complex problems and working with people, a degree or certificate in one of the social sciences, human services and criminal justice programs at Clackamas Community College can give you a jumpstart on a fulfilling career.
Social Sciences, Human Services and Criminal Justice Programs
Associate of Applied Science Degrees - Two Years to Complete
Certificate Programs - One Year to Complete
Career Pathway Certificates of Completion Programs - Less Than One Year to Complete
Transfer to a four-year university
Common Social Sciences, Human Services and Criminal Justice Transfer Majors
- Criminal Justice
- History
- Human Development
- Psychology
- Sociology
Get Started in Social Sciences, Human Services and Criminal Justice
You don't have to have your career goals figured out yet. Start with foundations like English composition and library research and see where a Clackamas Community College education in social sciences, human services and criminal justice can take you.
Apply and Get Started at CCC
It only takes a few steps to apply to CCC, apply for financial aid and get started on your path to academic success.
Contact One of the Social Sciences, Human Services and Criminal Justice Advisors Before Registering for Courses
Social Sciences, Human Services and Criminal Justice advisors:
Jill Brown
jill.brown@clackamas.edu
Begin with courses that will help you reach your academic and career goals
Whether you have a career in mind or are just starting to explore your interest in social sciences, human services and criminal justice, you can save time and money by starting with courses that can take you anywhere. Create a strong foundation for any social sciences, human services or criminal justice program program or a transfer degree at Clackamas Community College by starting with the courses below.
| Beginning Courses | Terms Typically Offered In | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FYE-101 First Year Experience Level I | Fall, winter, spring, summer | 2 |
| EFA-101J Introduction to the Social Sciences, Human Services and Criminal Justice | Fall, winter, spring | 2 |
| MTH-098 College Math Foundations OR MTH-105Z Math in Society OR MTH-111Z Precalculus I: Functions | Fall, winter, spring, summer (MTH-098), Fall, winter, spring, summer, (MTH-105Z), Fall, winter, spring, summer (MTH-111Z). | 5 |
| LIB-101 Introduction to Library Research | Fall, winter, spring, summer | 1 |
| WR-121Z Composition I | Fall, winter, spring, summer | 5 |
View the course catalog for more information about Social Sciences, Human Services and Criminal Justice courses. View the schedule for times and locations of upcoming courses.
Contact us
Contact one of the Social Sciences, Human Services and Criminal Justice advisors to learn more about this educational focus area:
Jill Brown
Pay for college
You may be eligible for financial support.
- Visit the Financial Aid office in person at Wacheno Welcome Center
- Explore Financial Aid and Scholarships online
Related activities
- There are many opportunities for students to get involved in clubs and special interest groups as well as Associated Student Government.
- The CCC Multicultural Center sponsors events throughout the year.
- Work-based learning opportunities are available for many of the programs in this educational focus area.
- CCC offers study abroad trips that may be of interest to social sciences, human services and criminal justice students.
Academic support
CCC Library offers free print and online access to many textbooks and industry publications, 24/7 live chat help, 1:1 in-person and Zoom research appointments, and more.