Careers in Sociology
Sociologist Among Best Jobs
According to a recent Wall Street Journal article, sociologist ranks in the top 10 of best jobs in the country. The results are based on numerous criteria, including pay, working conditions, and growth potential. To read the full article, click on the link below.
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB123119236117055127.html
If you would like additional information about being a sociologist or about sociology as a field of study, check out the American Sociological Association web page: http://www.asanet.org
WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
UCA Sociology graduates have found exciting careers in a variety of fields. The following is just a selection from a recent poll of our grads. (Some careers require additional education.)
Healthy Lifestyles Director (activity coordinator & volunteer coordinator for an assisted living center)
Juvenile Intake Officer (dealing mostly with truants and children with mental health issues)
Director of Client Services/ Case Manager (non-profit)
Crime Analyst
Store Manager
School Resource Officer/ Patrolman
Family Support Specialist (Department of Human Services)
Firefighter
Administrative Assistant in Sales & Marketing
Operations Manager
Air Force Commissioned Officer
Substance Abuse Counselor
Public School Teacher
Manager of Special Events--Development (for homeless in NYC)
Family Service Worker--Child Protection
Administrative Assistant in Higher Education
Unit Manager for Foster Care Home
Client Services (Red Cross)
Youth Pastor
Probation/ Parole Officer