School of Social Sciences and Education
Social Sciences and Education (sse)
Office: Education Building, 124
Phone: 661-654-2219
Email: jlrodriguez@csub.edu
“Expanding minds. Engaging hearts. Enhancing communities.”
The School of Social Sciences and Education offers pathways to a variety of professions in sociology, psychology-related fields, criminal justice, law, national/state/local politics, international relations, non-profit organizations, teaching in the community colleges, health and medical professions, and government agencies. We also provide programs designed to prepare students to become skilled professional practitioners in social work, counseling specialties, educational leadership, and teaching, both general education and special education. We partner with students to assist them in reaching their full potential so that graduates will assume leadership roles focused on improving the quality of life of our neighbors in their local, national, and international communities.
Mission
The mission of the School of Social Sciences and Education is to enrich the lives of our students and improve the communities in which they live by providing high quality undergraduate, credential, and graduate programs in the social sciences and education. Our programs provide opportunities for students to grow as wise leaders, engaged and compassionate citizens, reflective users of disciplinary knowledge, well-prepared working professionals, and lifelong learners. We embrace diversity in thought and experience. The School is a resource and partner for increasing quality of life in our community. In all we do, the School strives for educational access, efficiency, and quality.
The goals of the School of Social Sciences and Education are:
- Recruit, retain, and support high quality faculty and staff who are dedicated to the mission of the University and School.
- Provide opportunities for strong disciplinary preparation and rich overall academic experiences leading to timely graduation.
- Develop stronger relationships with external partners in order to create opportunities for students and to improve the quality of life within our community.
- Expand academic programs with the School that increase educational access without sacrificing quality or efficiency.
Academic Programs
The eleven departments and the Anthropology and Liberal Studies Programs in the School of Social Sciences and Education offer a range of both undergraduate and graduate degrees. The newest addition to the SSE School is the Ethnic Studies Department. The School of SSE education programs are accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC). The MSW in Social Work is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
Degrees offered in the School of Social Sciences and Education:
Anthropology BA
Phone: 661-654-2405 or 661-654-3457 or 661-654-2363
https://www.csub.edu/anthropology/
Child, Adolescent and Family Studies BA
Phone: 661-654-3516
https://www.csub.edu/cafs/
Counseling Psychology MS
Phone: 661-654-2363
https://www.csub.edu/psychology/mscounselingpsych
Criminal Justice BA
Phone: 661-654-2433
https://www.csub.edu/criminaljustice/
Curriculum and Instruction MA
Phone: 661-654-3423
https://extended.csub.edu/programs/online-ma-curriculum-instruction
Educational Administration MA
Phone: 661-654-3055
https://csub.edu/aes/educational_administration/
Educational Leadership EdD
Phone: 661-654-3140
https://www.csub.edu/edd/
Liberal Studies BA
Phone: 661-654-6807
https://www.csub.edu/libstudies/
Kinesiology BS
Phone: 661-654-2187
https://www.csub.edu/sse/kine
Political Science BA
Phone: 661-654-2141
https://www.csub.edu/polisci/
Psychology BA
Phone: 661-654-2363
https://www.csub.edu/psychology/
School Counseling and Student Affairs MS
Phone: 661-654-3055
https://www.csub.edu/aes/educational_counseling/
Sociology BA
Phone: 661-654-2368
https://www.csub.edu/sociology/
Special Education MA and Credential
Phone: 661-654-3055
https://www.csub.edu/specialed/
Social Work MSW
Phone: 661-654-3434
https://www.csub.edu/socialwork/
Teacher Education—Multiple Subject & Single Subject Credentials
Phone: 661-654-3134
https://www.csub.edu/teachereducation/index.shtml
Education Programs
The School of Social Sciences and Education has administrative responsibility for basic credential programs and Intern credential programs leading to a preliminary credential in: Elementary Education (Multiple Subject), Secondary Education (Single Subject), and Special Education (Education Specialist Credential in either Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe Disabilities). Advanced Specialists and Services credentials are offered in: Pupil Personnel Services; Administrative Services. Finally, we offer a doctoral program in Educational Leadership. Programs are constantly being updated and improved to meet new state and national guidelines.
Basic Credential Programs
Applicants are to contact the Credentials Office in the School of Social Sciences and Education (EDUC 117; 661-654-3134) for program information and application procedures for admission to the Multiple Subject, Single Subject, and Special Education Credential programs. Additional information is located in this catalog under the Basic Credential Programs section.
Advanced Credential Programs
Applicants are to contact the Advanced Educational Studies Department (EDUC 238; 661-654-3055) in the School of Social Sciences and Education for program and application information. The application materials available include program details, admission requirements, course requirements, and enrollment procedures. A conference with a program advisor is required. Additional information is located in this catalog under the Advanced Educational Studies section.
Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership
Applicants are to contact the office of the Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership (EDUC 249; 661-654-3140) in the School of Social Sciences and Education for program and application information. The application materials available include program details, admissions requirements, course requirements, and enrollment procedures. The application process includes an interview with the program Admissions Committee. Additional information is located in this catalog under the Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership.