Education, Sociology & Psychology
Build a Meaningful Career in Education, Sociology or Psychology at BHC
Black Hawk College students interested in pursuing majors in psychology, sociology or education benefit from dedicated faculty and advisors who help create tailored transfer plans. Whether aiming for a bachelor’s degree or seeking to enter the workforce with specialized education programs, students find the support needed to achieve their goals at Black Hawk College.
Areas of Focus
BHC students transfer into psychology, sociology or education majors to complete a bachelor’s degree or some education programs enter the workforce after their time at Black Hawk College.
Sample Transfer Plans
Where do you want to transfer?
If you already have a transfer school in mind, your advisor will customize a transfer plan for that college or university. BHC also has many transfer guides and agreements already established with four-year institutions in a variety of majors.
Department Highlights
Non-Majors Welcome
We offer a wide range of interesting electives, including Psychology of Women, Deviant Behavior and other classes that span multiple disciplines. Psychology and sociology courses not only meet your general education requirements but also help you develop a better understanding of yourself and the relationships you have with other people in society.
Student Clubs and Events
Faculty serve as advisors for psychology and sociology-related clubs, which offer students opportunities for field trip and campus events:
- Supply drive for homeless women and children
- Psi Beta – Psychology honor society
- Midwest Psychology Association – Yearly conference in Chicago for students interested in psychology at senior institutions
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
- Social Gaming Club
Related Programs
“The professors do a wonderful job teaching you material and want the best for you. It is very affordable and you would be taking some of the same classes at a four-year college that Black Hawk College offers at a lower cost.”