Division of Social Sciences and Human Services

Degree and Certificate Programs from LCCC and the University Partnership

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The Division of Social Sciences and Human Services provides course work in disciplines which not only build academic skills, but also explore the relationships between people and the circumstances of their lives, both past and present.  The division provides students with a scientific perspective that guides them to a greater understanding of what it means to be truly human. To comprehend the complexities and diversities of life, such an understanding is vital. The division also offers course work, programs of study, and services that build a foundation for a life career in the service professions.

Social science careers are ideal for people who desire to use their skills and efforts to bring value to their communities. Varied career options, typically in public service, include social workers, urban planners, politicians, police and firefighters. With career in social sciences, you will help those around you and improve your community.

Interim Dean, Social Sciences and Human Services 
Ralph Bishop
Extension 7229
rbishop@lorainccc.edu

Discipline Course Offerings

• Criminal Justice
• Early Childhood Education
• Geographic Information Systems 
• Geography
• History
• Human Services
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Public Administration
• Social Work
• Sociology
• Teacher Education
• Urban Studies

Associate of Applied Science Programs

• Human Services
• Justice Systems - Police Science   
• Justice Systems - Corrections 

Associate of Arts in Teacher Education

• Early Childhood Education
• Paraprofessional
• Teacher Education - Transfer Program

One-Year Technical Certificate/Certificate of Proficiency

• Police Science
• Public Administration

Short-Term Technical Certificate/Certificate of Completion

• Early Childhood Education
• Early Childhood Education - Administrative Concentration
• Early Childhood Education - After-School Care
• Early Childhood Education - Infant and Toddler
• Geographic Information Systems 

Non-Credit Course Offerings

• Homeland Security Training
• Social Work 
• College for Kids
• LCCC Police Academy
• SSHS Customized Training Requests
• Click here to view current schedule

The University Partnership and
The Social Science/Human Services Division

Human Services/Social Work

• Master of Science in Health and Human Services
  Youngstown State University
  
• Bachelor of Social Work
  Youngstown State University
  
  

Law and Government

• Bachelor of Science in Applied Science—Criminal Justice
  Youngstown State University 
  
  

Psychology

• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
  Cleveland State University

Teacher Education

• Bachelor of Science in Education—Early Childhood Intervention Specialist (Grades Pre K-3)
  Ashland University
• Bachelor of Science in Education—Early Childhood Licensure (Grades Pre K-3)
  Ashland University
  
• Bachelor of Science in Education in Middle Childhood Licensure (4-9)
  Ashland University
  
• Bachelor Plus in Graduate Education for Teacher Licensure
  Ashland University
  
  
• Master of Science in Education (Curriculum and Instruction)
  Ashland University
• Master of Science in Education (Educational Administration)
  Ashland University
  
• Master of Science in Education (Sport Education)
  Ashland University
  
• Adult Learning & Development Certificate
  Cleveland State University
• Master of Education with a Specialization in Educational Technology
  Cleveland State University
  
  

Urban Studies

• Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies 
  Cleveland State University
• Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies/Public Safety Management 
  Cleveland State University

Public Administration

• Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies/Nonprofit Administration 
  Cleveland State University