The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences is the largest college on campus, with faculty and students working together across disciplines to find solutions to individual and societal problems.
The College of Behavioral and Social Science monitors the pulse of society in virtually every area, from the latest trends in fashion to issues of national security. Students experience hands-on learning through applied labs, fieldwork, service learning, and community engagement.
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One of the major strengths of the CBSS academic programs is its high number of major accreditations, reaffirmations, and first-time accreditations.
The College of Behavioral and Social Science monitors the pulse of society in virtually every area, from the latest trends in fashion to issues of national security. Students experience hands-on learning through applied labs, field work, service learning, and community engagement.
North Carolina Central University offers two interdisciplinary degree programs aimed at helping you to succeed.
The Juvenile Justice Institute promotes the exchange of information and human resource development to help facilitate prevention of juvenile crime and delinquency.
The Institute of Homeland Security educates students and the local community about issues related to terrorism and emergency management.
Train to work in various sectors of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, corrections, homeland security, and juvenile justice
Seek to understand the lifestyle patterns and needs of humans as individuals and within family groups while learning about child development, consumer economics, nutrition, textiles, and other topics.
Prepare to lead in leisure and recreation services in areas such as athletic administration, physical education, recreation therapy, fitness and wellness, and sports management.
Learn how to compassionately serve the healthcare needs of people in need while training in a state-of-the-art training hospital setting.
Develop a scientific understanding of government and politics through concentrations that include global politics, civic engagement and public policy, and political theory and law.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of prominent scientific theories, as well as the concepts and procedures of modern psychology, and be prepared for a career in the social services field or additional graduate training.
Increase skills, knowledge, and ethical standards for leading with integrity in the public realm.
Study disease prevention and prepare to work in community settings such as schools, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies.
Train to work in a variety of settings that strengthen families from diverse populations and build healthy communities.