Psychology & Sociology

The psychology/social science program provides a theoretical foundation for a wide range of careers in human services. The program offers courses in areas such as, but not limited to, general psychology, general sociology, social problems, human growth and development, child and adolescent behavior, human relations, marriage and family, and social work.

East Central’s psychology/social science program is a flexible curriculum that offers an AA degree on both the Union and Rolla campus. After successfully completing the program requirements, students will be prepared to transfer to a Bachelor’s Degree program in a variety of fields.

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Psychology Courses

Courses	Hours
PSY 101 General Psychology	3
PSY 221 Social Psychology	3
PSY 222 Personal & Social Adjustment	3
PSY 224 Abnormal Psychology	3
PSY 250 Human Development	3
PSY 251 Child Psychology	3
PSY 252 Adolescent Psychology	3
PSY 270 I.S.-Psychology	1 - 5
PSY 280 Special Topics-Psychology	1 - 5

Sociology Courses

Courses	Hours
SOC 101 General Sociology	3
SOC 104 American Social Problems	3
SOC 211 Human Relations	3
SOC 212 Marriage & Family	3
SOC 214 Introduction to Social Work	3
SOC 215 Sociology of Gender	3
SOC 270 I.S.-Sociology	1 - 5
SOC 280 Special Topics-Sociology	1 - 5