Social & Behavioral Sciences & Human Services Pathway

Social & Behavioral Sciences & Human Services pathway.

Elevate Your Impact on Society

Help others achieve social and emotional well-being, learn about the past and present human condition, and work with others through a program in the Social & Behavioral Sciences & Human Services Pathway at FSW!

Why Social & Behavioral Sciences & Human Services at FSW?

"If you are someone who will listen... you are going to have a lot of people who want to talk to you." - Heather O'Connell, FSW Student

This pathway can lead to fulfilling career opportunities to contribute to the good of our society. Professionals in this pathway care more about the well-being of others and helping them versus their own financial gain.

A program in this pathway may be for you if you:

  • are interested in a non-physical manner of helping others
  • enjoy facing the challenges of helping others with change
  • wish to have options of a variety of work environments such as outpatient, inpatient, in-home, school, private practice, clinic, etc.
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Possible career opportunities in this pathway include (but are not limited to):

Social Worker

Mental Health Counselor

Psychologist

Substance Abuse Counselor

School Counselor

Case Manager

Discover similar occupations, earning potential, and more at the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Your Dream Career Begins Here

Explore the programs in this Pathway by selecting where you'd like your program to lead you.

If You Want to...

Then You Should Explore...
Transfer to a University or complete your bachelor's at FSW AA Transfer Program Maps
Enter the workforce or pursue specialized bachelor's degrees Associate in Science (AS) Degree Programs
Enter the workforce or pursue advanced degrees Bachelor's (BAS or BS) Degree Programs
Enhance skills for a specific job Certificate (CCC, ATC, PSAV) Programs

AA Transfer Program Maps

If you want to transfer to a University or complete your bachelor's at FSW, an Associate in Arts (AA) degree can be tailored so you can transfer into any major in the State University System. 

History

Psychology

Social Work

Associate in Science (AS) Programs

If you want to enter the workforce immediately upon graduation or have an interest in pursuing a specialized bachelor's degree program, one of these two-year degree programs might be for you.

Social and Human Services

College Credit Certificate (CCC) Programs

If you want to enhance your skills for a specific job, this type of program might be for you. CCCs require fewer credits and they may apply to an associate degree. 

Addiction Services

Human Services Generalist

Youth Development Services

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Customize your own path!

Our Associate in Arts (AA) degree can be tailored to prepare you for ANY bachelor's degree program. Contact advising@fsw.edu for more information.

Need help choosing your Pathway?

Contact Academic Advising at advising@fsw.edu.

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