Learn how human behavior is shaped by social change, and how it influences relationships and behavior.
Learn practical, marketable skills in Sociology
Take a deep dive into human behavior and social work, including society's development and structure. JCCC’s Sociology courses explain pivotal matters in your life, community, and the world. Learn how our surroundings shape us, explore economic and political issues, and discover the history of social work and social justice.
Our professors will teach you how to:
- Think critically and distinguish between fact and opinion
- Identify ethical issues and ask important questions in research
- Develop evidence-based arguments
On topics such as:
- Community
- Criminology
- Family
- Government and economy
- Social activism and change
- Social inequality
- Social justice
- Social work and social welfare
Through analytical perspectives, theories, and research, you will expand your awareness of relationships, cultures, and institutions that profoundly shape our lives and history.
Same Sociology course content, better value at JCCC
We offer many Sociology and social work courses that cover the same material at the same level of rigor as at four-year schools. Plus, our service-learning and Honors program projects give you a firsthand glimpse into social work. You could help organize awareness events or complete a project at a place like a women's shelter, a food pantry, or an equine therapy ranch.
At JCCC, you benefit from small class sizes, online or in-person courses, and low tuition rates. Sociology and social work classes are transferable to most four-year schools. JCCC has a transfer agreement with the University of Kansas for students studying sociology and social work. Meet with a counselor to talk about transfer options.
Sociology leads to many rewarding career paths. Earning a bachelor's or master's degree in sociology or social work can help you land jobs like:
- Government research analyst
- Human resources representative
- Management consultant
- Market research analyst
- Nonprofit organization administrator
- Policy analyst
- Professor
- Public relations specialist
- Social worker
Find employment projections and salary information at the Power BI Post Graduate Report.
Resources abound
JCCC’s Academic Resource Center offers free tutoring and course assistance in many subjects. Need help with career decisions? Visit the Career Development Center.
Contact Info
Eve Blobaum, Co-Chair
Phone: 913-469-8500, ext. 4965
Location: GEB 157 K
Email: eblobaum@jccc.edu
Brian Zirkle, Co-Chair
Phone: 913-469-2795
Location: GEB 157 M
Email: bzirkle@jccc.edu
