Social & Behavioral Sciences
Explore human behavior and society with Butte College’s Social and Behavioral Sciences programs. From psychology to sociology, our interdisciplinary courses help you develop the analytical skills needed for careers in research, education, and public service.
Programs
Goal
Transfer or CareerLength
2 yearsFlexibility
- Chico/Skyway Center
- Online
Associate Degree for Transfer in Social Work and Human Services
Students completing Associate Degrees for Transfer are guaranteed admission to the CSU system. Please see the beginning of the "Academic Programs" section for details.
Flexibility
Goal
TransferLength
2 yearsFlexibility
- Main Campus
- Online
Associate Degree for Transfer in Psychology
The Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer (AA-T) creates a pathway for students planning to complete a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at a CSU. This degree provides the foundational knowledge and skills comprising the first two years of many psychology programs. Students completing the AA-T in Psychology are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, though not to a specific campus or major, and will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer.
Flexibility
This program can be completed fully online, since all required courses reliably run there. If you prefer attending in person, Main Campus covers most of what you need, with Chico Center and Glenn Center each offering a good share as well ā though you may need to combine one of these with Online or another center to cover the rest. Meet with a counselor to map out a schedule that fits your preferred locations.
Goal
TransferLength
2 yearsFlexibility
- Online
Associate Degree for Transfer in Sociology
The Associate in Arts in Sociology for Transfer (AA-T) is designed for students planning to earn a bachelorās degree in Sociology at a CSU. Completion of this degree guarantees admission to the CSU system, though not to a specific campus or major, and students transferring to a participating CSU will complete no more than 60 additional units after transfer.
Flexibility
The Chico Center and Online offer the strongest coverage of required Sociology courses, and combining one of these with another location is typically necessary to complete the degree, since no single site covers everything. Main Campus offers fewer of the required courses, while Glenn Center offers very little of the major coursework. GE breadth courses are widely available, but meeting with a counselor is recommended to plan the right combination of locations for required coursework.
Goal
TransferLength
2 yearsFlexibility
- Online
Associate Degree for Transfer in Philosophy
The Associate in Arts in Philosophy for Transfer (AA-T) provides a pathway to a bachelorās degree in Philosophy at a CSU. Students gain foundational knowledge in logic, ethics, metaphysics, and epistemology while developing strong analytical, critical thinking, and writing skills. This degree prepares students not just for further study in philosophy but also for careers in fields such as law, education, and management.
Flexibility
Online offers the most consistent coverage of the required Philosophy courses in this cluster, with Main Campus and the Chico Center each covering a smaller piece ā so plan to combine Online with one of these campuses to get everything you need. The Glenn Center works well for general education courses but not for the core Philosophy requirements. Meet with a counselor to map out a schedule that fits your needs.
Goal
CareerLength
1 semesterFlexibility
- Online
Certificate of Completion in Sustainability Studies
(Not Eligible for Financial Aid) The Sustainability Studies Certificate is designed to broaden studentsā understanding of the interconnected social, economic, and environmental transformations of the 21st century. This interdisciplinary program explores the challenges facing human civilization as well as the solutions that support a sustainable future. Students will develop leadership skills that promote cooperation, respect, and innovative approaches to social change, economic prosperity, and environmental restoration. The certificate enhances career opportunities by increasing workforce marketability and enriching the knowledge of those pursuing further education in sustainability-related fields.
Flexibility
The program in this cluster requires combining coursework across Main Campus and Online, since neither location alone covers all required courses. Chico Center and Glenn Center can help with general education but won't fulfill the core requirements. Plan on working with a counselor to build a term-by-term schedule that pulls from multiple locations.
Department Contacts
Office: LRC 304
Department phone: (530) 895-2409
Contact phone: (530) 895-2857
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