SBS120 — Sociology

AAS in Healthcare Management
  • Course ID: SBS120
  • Course Credits: 3
AAS in Healthcare Management Program Availability:
  • California Institution
  • New Mexico Institution

About SBS120 — Sociology

This course introduces the scientific study of human social behavior. Presents the latest data and insights on behaviors, beliefs, issues, and trends on national and global levels from a sociological perspective. Themes covered include diversity, the application of sociology to everyday life, the impact of media, the importance of a global perspective, and social and global change.


Topics Covered in Course

SBS120 Topics
  • Explain the key concepts of social relations, interaction, structure, and change
  • Develop a critical understanding of the interplay of the one's own life and the larger social dynamics that influence experience, behavior, opportunity, choices, and social reality
  • Describe the theoretical perspectives and research methodologies used by sociologists

Prerequisites

None

California Institution

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New Mexico Institution

1717 Louisiana Blvd., NE., Suite 208 Albuquerque, NM, 87110

Phone

(877) 559-3621

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