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The Department of Applied Social Sciences

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Applied Social Sciences at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ

¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ’s Department of Applied Social Sciences provides the knowledge and experience needed to have a full and rewarding career helping individuals and communities.

Your Career in the Social Sciences

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts steady growth in life, physical and social science occupations through 2031. The median annual wage for this group was $72,740 in 2021. Students graduating from the Department of Applied Sciences at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ are prepared for graduate school and a variety of careers, including:

  • Behavioral Health & Addictions
  • Corrections
  • Counseling
  • Education
  • Forensic Social Work
  • Law Enforcement
  • Medical Social Work
  • Private Practice
  • Social Services

¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ’s award-winning Career and Professional Development Center will start working with you and your professors as soon as you begin at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ. Career planning will be a part of what you do in your courses every year, and the Center will also help you to find the best internships and experiential learning opportunities.

Expert Faculty

In ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ’s Applied Sciences Department, you’ll be learning from experts in their fields, who have practical experience in addition to teaching expertise. Your faculty advisor will also assist you with everything from choosing courses to deciding on a career path or graduate school.

Clubs & Honors Societies

  • Alpha Phi Sigma International Honor Society in Criminal Justice
  • Criminal Justice Club
  • Kappa Omicron Nu International Honor Society in Human Sciences
  • Project HOPE (Helping Other People Everywhere) Social Work Club
  • Phi Alpha National Honor Society, ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Student Chapter of National Social Work Honor Society
  • Psi Chi, International Honors Society in Psychology
  • Psychology Club

Community Partners

  • Blackburn Center
  • Family Services of Western Pennsylvania
  • Westmoreland County Children’s Bureau

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¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Recognizes Students on Spring 2024 Dean’s List
¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Recognizes Students on Spring 2024 Dean’s List Read More »
Social Work Professor David Droppa Earns National Recognition
Social Work Professor David Droppa Earns National Recognition Read More »
¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Criminal Justice Students Graduate From WCCC Police Academy
¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Criminal Justice Students Graduate From WCCC Police Academy Read More »
Sister Gemma Del Duca Honored as 'Righteous Among the Neighbors'
Sister Gemma Del Duca Honored as 'Righteous Among the Neighbors' Read More »
Educational Counselor Paula Sue McCommons '88 Receives Distinguished Alumni Award
Educational Counselor Paula Sue McCommons '88 Receives Distinguished Alumni Award Read More »
Social Work Major named Big Brother of the Year by Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Laurel Region
Social Work Major named Big Brother of the Year by Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Laurel Region Read More »
¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Students Enrich their Education with Study Abroad Experiences
¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Students Enrich their Education with Study Abroad Experiences Read More »
¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Community Participates in Diversity Conference with Westmoreland Chamber of Commerce
¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Community Participates in Diversity Conference with Westmoreland Chamber of Commerce Read More »
Honors Program Capstone Research Projects Presented During ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ’s Celebration of Scholarship
Honors Program Capstone Research Projects Presented During ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ’s Celebration of Scholarship Read More »