Degree & Programs In Associate Science

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice degree program integrates sociology, ethics, and the legal system to prepare students for a variety of exciting careers. Criminal Justice program gives graduates the skills and education to enter this dynamic field in areas such as probation and corrections. The program covers topics such as criminal procedure, criminal investigation, victimology, criminal justice ethics, and juvenile justice along with other interesting aspects of criminology. The curriculum will provide an understanding of criminal justice methods, techniques, technologies, and the skills and abilities required to enter into a successful career in criminal justice.

Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies

The Associate of Science Paralegal Studies degree is designed to prepare students for paraprofessional positions in the legal field. Graduates of the program may either obtain an immediate position in the field, or choose to pursue further study. Student pursuing an AS degree in Paralegal Studies must obtain specific skill sets before being eligible for graduation. In addition to becoming familiar with basic principles of the law, students will also acquire analytical, technical, and communication skills On completion of the program, students will be able to apply legal research methods and techniques that are used in the practice of law; evaluate the importance of secondary sources in legal research; distinguish how advice, persuasion, and advocacy enter into legal research; demonstrate knowledge of the nature and function of law, and the principles and concepts as they relate to the paralegal and apply critical legal thinking and analytical skills to resolve typical situations or facts, and much more.

Associate of Science in Administration of Justice

The Associate Degree in Administration of Justice will prepare students for careers in the criminal justice field. This course of study offers a broad base of knowledge, which is designed to provide the foundation for the pursuit of advanced studies in criminal justice.

Associate of Science in Anthropology

This Anthropology program provides skills to face multi-cultural situations with understanding and without bias. A student acquiring this degree in anthropology will achieve an understanding of the diversity of humans and human cultures past and present around our globe. While preparing the student for further study and eventual employment in the field of anthropology, this educational plan also is relevant for students preparing for a broad range of jobs in both government and industry that focus on cross-cultural issues and involve working with people from different cultural backgrounds.

Associate of Science in History

This online Associate of Science degree provides students with general basis for the further academic studying. This program focuses on the general study and interpretation of the past, including the gathering, recording, synthesizing and criticizing of evidence and theories about past events. It includes instruction in historiography; historical research methods; studies of specific periods, issues and cultures; and applications to areas such as historic preservation, public policy, and records administration. Studying History develops skills that prepare you for work in a wide variety of fields, in any job that requires good critical thinking, analytical and communication skills.

Associate of Science in Political Science

This undergraduate program focuses on the institutions of government and international relations, as well as such factors as interest groups, political parties, public opinion, political economy, voting behavior, and political philosophy. The Political Science program offers you the opportunity to study political life as part of a broad liberal education. It is a useful step toward law or business school. Other political science students pursue careers or further education in public administration, urban planning, journalism, education, and social work, or in federal, state, or local government.

Associate of Science in Psychology

The Associate of Science Degree in Psychology is a study of the methods and findings of contemporary psychology. This program includes a survey of human behavior, sensory process, human development, perception, learning, motivation and emotion, personality, adjustment, abnormal behavior, therapy and social interaction. Students will take an eclectic, multicultural approach to abnormal behavior.

Associate of Science in Pre-Law

Darton College offers the Online Degree Program in Pre-law. This program provides the opportunity to earn an online associate degree while keeping up with the busy schedule of work and home. It includes a total of 64 to 68 of coursework with 18 hours of credit in the pre-law major.

Associate of Science in Psychology

The Psychology program includes a survey of human behavior, sensory process, human development, perception, learning, motivation and emotion, personality, adjustment, abnormal behavior, therapy and social interaction. It offers a wide variety of career options for those interested in human and animal behavior. Some psychologists provide counseling (for example, marriage counseling, substance abuse counseling, child and/or adolescent counseling, or general counseling services), while others work for government agencies, schools, colleges, universities, or businesses. The program is offered in face-to-face format, or online.

Associate of Science in Sociology

The Associate of Science in Sociology degree program focuses heavily on the various branches within social science. The curriculum includes courses in psychology, economics, philosophy, history, languages and humanities. Students are prepared for employment in many areas and especially they are prepared for transfer to a four-year, baccalaureate institution.

Associate of Science in Social Work

The Associate of Science degree in Social Work provides the general education background necessary for transfer to a baccalaureate program in Social Work. This program provides a strong background for those who are interested in working with/in large scale venues such as state or local government or who are interested in working with/in a much smaller scale, such as nursing homes, assisted living centers, centers for children, schools, and the like. Some conduct research or are involved in planning or policy development, but most social workers prefer an area of practice in which they interact with clients.