Sociological Foundations
Certificate of Achievement Sociology · Victor Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog
State Control Number: 45921
Program Code: SOC.SOFO.CA
Program Length: 24 months
Approved for Federal Financial Aid: Pending
The Sociological Foundations Certificate provides a comprehensive and practical introduction to the core principles of sociology. This program is designed to equip students with a deep understanding of human behavior, social structures, and the forces that shape communities and societies.
Through a curated sequence of courses, students will explore the foundational sociological theories and research methods, gaining the ability to critically analyze contemporary social issues such as inequality, culture, and social change.
Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| Complete all of the following with a C or better | ||
| SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3.0 |
| SOC 102 | Social Problems | 3.0 |
| Complete four courses from the following | 12.0 | |
| SOC 103 | Introduction to Marriage and Family | |
| SOC 107 | Introduction to Race and Ethnicity | |
| SOC 109 | Introduction to Gender | |
| SOC 110 | Sociology of Sport | |
| SOC 111 | Introduction to Social Justice | |
| SOC 112 | Introduction to Disability Studies | |
| SOC 160 | Introduction to Crime and Deviance | |
| SOC 130 | Introduction to LGBTQ Studies | |
| SOC 217 | Introduction to Social Science Research Methods | |
| Total Units | 18 | |
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