Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (LASDTAA)
This two-year pathway is designed for students who wish to complete an Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement degree with a concentration in Sociology. Students in this program think from a systems perspective, broaden their worldview, and become thoughtful citizens of the world. Students develop skills in analysis and ...
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This two-year pathway is designed for students who wish to complete an Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement degree with a concentration in Sociology. Students in this program think from a systems perspective, broaden their worldview, and become thoughtful citizens of the world. Students develop skills in analysis and research, multicultural awareness, computer and technical literacy, group communication and collaboration, interpersonal communication, institutional analysis, critical thinking, reading, and writing.
Completion of this program prepares students with foundational courses to transfer to a four-year college to earn a bachelor's degree in sociology or a related field, as well as opening doors to a variety of careers in sectors including non-profit, business, government, marketing, advertising, social justice, and education.
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This two-year pathway is designed for students who wish to complete an Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement degree with a concentration in Sociology. Students in this program think from a systems perspective, broaden their worldview, and become thoughtful citizens of the world. Students develop skills in analysis and research, multicultural awareness, computer and technical literacy, group communication and collaboration, interpersonal communication, institutional analysis, critical thinking, reading, and writing.
Completion of this program prepares students with foundational courses to transfer to a four-year college to earn a bachelor's degree in sociology or a related field, as well as opening doors to a variety of careers in sectors including non-profit, business, government, marketing, advertising, social justice, and education.
Estimated Length of Completion
Degree
Quarters
Units
Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (LASDTAA)
Full time : 6
90-93
You may need more or fewer units depending on your transferred credits, individual situation, and goals.
Step 1: Apply and register
at Seattle Central College anytime (the application is always free). Once you become a student, register for classes using the
online class schedule and go to the
academic calendar for registration dates and tuition deadlines.
Step 2: See an advisor
to create a personalized educational plan by the end of your second quarter.
Your plan will include prerequisites, graduation requirements, and transfer preparation
if you plan to transfer to another college or university to earn a bachelor's degree.
Sample Schedule and Quarterly To-Do List
90-93 Units
A sample schedule and quarterly to-do list are below.
The schedule and to-do list will help you explore courses and complete tasks on time.
The guide assumes a fall quarter start and college placement, but you can begin in any quarter and start at any placement level.
Note about the sample schedule: Classes are offered in
various formats such as online (e-learning) and may not be offered each quarter.
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Quarter 1
To-Do List
18
UNITS
To-Do List
Schedule an appointment with your assigned advisor in Starfish to discuss your academic goals and to create a short-term educational plan
Drop by the Library to get help with research; check out resources; access computers and study space; and create media projects
ENGL&101
English Composition I
5 units
ENGL&101 5 units
This pathway assumes placement into ENGL&101. Speak to an advisor if you place into a different English course.
ENGL& 101:
English Composition I
English 101 is a college-level writing course that emphasizes academic writing and major strategies of reading and writing analytically. Writing assignments focus on engaging with and responding to a variety of texts. Instruction encourages students to develop, through revision and reflection, as readers, writers, and critical thinkers.
Course ID 0707825 Units
SOC&101
Introduction to Sociology
5 units
SOC&101 5 units
SOC& 101:
Introduction to Sociology
Introduces students to the scientific study of society and to several sociological concepts, including socialization, stratification, research methods, social theory, group dynamics, social class, gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, media, family, deviance, and social and cultural change. Students learn how to connect research to concepts and use the sociological imagination, the relationship between self and society, to deepen their understanding of social life.
Course ID 0712375 Units
HDC101
Orientation to College
3 units
HDC101 3 units
HDC 101:
Orientation to College Success
This course is recommended for new students.
Assists new students in their adjustment to community college. Includes goal-setting, self-motivation skills, identifying college resources, personal development and general study hints.
Course ID 0695893 Units
World Languages 1 or Visual, Literary and Perf Arts
Choose a course
5 units
World Languages 1 or Visual, Literary and Perf Arts 5 units
Choose a World Language level 1 or other Visual, Literary, and Per Art class from the hyperlink below.
Continuation of the composition sequence with further instruction and practice in the writing process, concentrating on critical reading and writing techniques needed for the preparation and completion of documented essays.
Course ID 0707835 Units
SOC102
Intro to American Culture
5 units
SOC102 5 units
SOC 102:
Introduction to American Culture
Examines American cultural values, beliefs, and practices. Students explore core social institutions, such as the family, politics, and the media and learn about patterns of inequality associated with race, ethnicity, social class, gender, and sexuality. Field trips, films, participation in campus events, and observation activities may support cultural learning and facilitate cross cultural analysis.
Course ID 0711875 Units
World Languages 2 or Visual, Literary and Perf Arts
Choose a course
5 units
World Languages 2 or Visual, Literary and Perf Arts 5 units
Choose a World Language level 2 or other Visual, Literary, and Per Art class from the hyperlink below.
Visit potential universities and determine application deadlines
Meet with Transfer Center advisor to determine transfer eligibility
MATH&107 or MATH116 or MATH&146
Choose a course
5 units
MATH&107 or MATH116 or MATH&146 5 units
Choose a course
MATH& 107:
Math In Society
Intended for non-science majors; fulfills QSR requirement for AA Degree. Topics include financial computations (e.g. loans and interest), modeling linear and exponential growth (e.g. population growth and disease spread), and basic probability and statistics (e.g. understanding data and risk), with an emphasis on applications. Other topics selected by instructor.
Course ID 0716145 Units
MATH 116:
Applications of Math: Management, Life and Social Sciences
Explores functions and graphs as found in business and the social sciences. Students utilize linear, polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions, solve systems of equations and inequalities, and learn applications of the growth of money.
Course ID 0715945 Units
MATH& 146:
Introduction to Statistics
(Formerly MATH 109) Covers descriptive methods, probability and probability distributions, samples, decisions, hypothesis testing and statistical inferences. Fulfills QSR requirement for A.A. degree.
Course ID 0716195 Units
SOC150
Race and Ethnic Relations
5 units
SOC150 5 units
SOC 150:
Race and Ethnic Relations In The United States
Examines the majority-minority pattern of interaction in American society. Includes theories of race relations and issues shaping intra- and interracial ethnic relations.
Course ID 0711985 Units
World Languages 3 or Visual, Literary and Perf Arts
Choose a course
5 units
World Languages 3 or Visual, Literary and Perf Arts 5 units
Choose a World Language level 3 or other Visual, Literary, and Per Art class from the hyperlink below.
Survey of Criminology. Covers legal definitions, research methods, types of criminal behavior, trends and patterns, recidivism, characteristics of offenders, environmental influences, theories of crime and delinquency prevention, and social policy.
Course ID 0712035 Units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts or Individuals/Cultures/Societies
Choose a course
5 units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts or Individuals/Cultures/Societies 5 units
Choose one course from either category. (Click on a category title to see the course list.)
Explores the social construction of sex, sexuality, and gender over time and across cultures. Students critically examine the idea that sex, sexuality, and gender are fixed biological realities and investigate patterns of inequality associated with sex, sexuality, and gender. Sociology courses are web enhanced. Web enhanced courses have a traditional classroom (on campus) structure with an added web component to enhance communication and collaboration.
Course ID 0712045 Units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts or Individuals/Cultures/Societies
Choose a course
5 units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts or Individuals/Cultures/Societies 5 units
Choose one course from either category. (Click on a category title to see the course list.)
Examines social factors related to health, healing, and health care. Analyzes impact of culture on definition, treatment, and subjective experience of illness. Emphasizes social determinants of health, including inequities, stress, environment, trauma, and access to resources. Compares health care systems and approaches to social change.
Course ID 1112535 Units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts or Individuals/Cultures/Societies
Choose a course
5 units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts or Individuals/Cultures/Societies 5 units
Choose one course from either category. (Click on a category title to see the course list.)
It's time to apply for Financial Aid for next year by completing either the
FAFSA or the
WASFA 2024-25.
Need help paying for college?
To apply for financial aid, including grants and scholarships you don’t have to pay back, visit
Central's Financial Aid Department for details.
Part-time and full-time students can qualify for financial aid funds.
A Sociology pathway can lead to various career opportunities. Examples include:
Sociologist
Market Analyst
Behavioral Analyst
Teacher
Statistician
Data Scientist
Criminologist
Probation Officer
Social Service Manager
Public Relations Specialist
A Bachelor’s degree or higher may be required for some careers listed above. For current employment and wage estimates, please visit https://www.bls.gov/oes/. To discuss additional careers options, speak with faculty once you begin classes or contact the Career Exploration Center. CareerServicesCenter@seattlecolleges.edu or 206.934.4383
Future Education Opportunities
Once you complete the AA-DTA degree, additional educational opportunities include:
A Bachelor's degree in Sociology or a related field at a four-year college or university.
A Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree at one of the Seattle Colleges. BAS degrees are typically terminal degrees. See an Advisor for more information.
Seattle Central College has direct transfer agreements with four-year institutions throughout Washington state, including University of Washington, Washington State University and Seattle University. Sociology graduates from Central have also transferred to out-of-state institutions. Program and admissions requirements vary from college to college. Contact an advisor to create an educational plan tailored to transfer to the institution of your choice. You can use the College Navigator search engine found at http://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator to find Sociology programs in Washington state or around the country.
