Sociology Program

The sociology program at Cochise College prepares students for careers in defense, social service, schools, software, publishing, and social work in local health agencies, government, and private corporations. The program focuses on the study of human social institutions and social relationships. Program courses include: social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance and control, social institutions, and social problems. Get more details below including other Arizona colleges that offer sociology program.

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Cochise College

1987 McCulloch Blvd, Suite 205, Lake Havasu City, AZ

Cochise College, located in Douglas, Arizona, is a public two year institution founded in 1964 to serve the residents of its growing service area. The school maintains two campuses, the second located in Sierra Vista, and education centers in Willcox, Nogales, Fort Huachuca, and Benson. The school has multiple accreditations, including certification from the Federal Aviation Administration for aviation and pilot programs. The school also works hard to ensure services and access to resources are provided to the rural and hard to reach portions of its service area through technological advancement and community participation.

Academics

Cochise is a comprehensive community college that provides technical career training and academic transfer opportunities. Individuals in career training programs will recveive an education over the course of one or two years that prepares them for entry into the workforce as qualified professionals. Programs are in typically high demand fields and focus on skill training and education in order to prepare the individual for long term employment. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education locally and at low cost prior to transferring to a four year institution to complete their final two years and earn a bachelor's degree.

Programs offered include:

• Biology
• Business Administration
• Communications
• Computer
• Nursing

Admissions and Financial Aid

Cochise College will admit any individual who is at least eighteen years of age or has a high school education once they submit an application for enrollment, pay all fees, and supply transcripts and test scores if available. Students may be required to take a placement exam. Prior to registration participation in orientation and meeting with a counselor is encouraged. Financial aid is available in a variety of forms, including grants, loans and scholarships, which are awarded based on need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Sociologists

Description

Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sociologists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.7% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).