Sociology Draft
Social StudiesA high school course guide for families
See it for your school: its prerequisites, what it counts toward at your school, and whether it's in your plan.
Why this course?
Sociology is the study of groups: families, schools and towns, and how the groups you're in shape you.
What you'll learn
- Explain how culture and groups shape behavior
- Use data to look at families, towns and fairness
- Run a small survey of your own
- Discuss social issues with evidence
You'll do: Readings, research projects and discussion.
What comes next
Which courses come before and after it, and what it counts toward, depend on each school. Your plan shows your school's.
College majors that build on it
- Sociology
- Social work
- Criminal justice
Careers it informs most
People in these jobs use what this course teaches the most. It's a starting point, not a track.
- SociologistsSociologists use how groups and cultures work in their work. O*NET rates it very important for the job.
- Anthropologists and ArcheologistsAnthropologists and Archeologists use how groups and cultures work in their work. O*NET rates it very important for the job.
- Healthcare Social WorkersHealthcare Social Workers use how groups and cultures work in their work. O*NET rates it very important for the job.
- Art TherapistsArt Therapists use how groups and cultures work in their work. O*NET rates it very important for the job.
- Social and Human Service AssistantsSocial and Human Service Assistants use how groups and cultures work in their work. O*NET rates it important for the job.