Skip to main content

Psychology Sociology & Social Work

Psychology Sociology & Social Work

Day of Caring volunteers putting old books in boxes
  • Gain valuable insights on human behavior that will help you as a leader and manager in a variety of professions.
  • Median annual salary for psychologists is more than $81,000, and the median salary for social workers is more than $51,000.
  • The number of jobs for social workers is forecast to grow 9% by 2031, faster than the average for all occupations.
source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

ASSOCIATE DEGREES

A female student showing the professor something on her tablet

Behavioral Sciences, A.A. & A.S.

Students can earn an associate degree in Behavioral Science, which prepares graduates to transfer to a four-year institution to study psychology or sociology and sets the foundation for careers in people-related fields such as teaching, government service, and law.
A group of sudents sitting in a library and reading

Behavioral Sciences, Psychology Concentration, A.A. & A.S.

Students can earn an associate degree in Behavioral Science with a concentration in Psychology, which prepares graduates for transfer to a four-year university and provides preparation for careers in education, social and health services, business, and law.
A social work major interviewing two other students

Behavioral Sciences, Sociology Concentration, A.A. & A.S.

Students can earn an associate degree in Behavioral Science with a concentration in Sociology, which prepares graduates for transfer to a four-year university and sets a foundation for careers in fields such as education, social services, human resources, and law.
A social work major interviewing two other students

Social Work, A.S.

Students can earn an associate degree in Behavioral Science, which prepares graduates to transfer to a four-year institution to study psychology or sociology and sets the foundation for careers in people-related fields such as teaching, government service, and law.

Have questions?

We are happy to chat with you to answer your questions and understand your personal goals.
Please reach out to us at VUADMIT@VINU.EDU or call 812-888-4313 for more information.

Certificate Programs

A student and their service dog going for a walk in front of the dining center

Assistive Technology, C.P.C.

Students also can earn a certification in Human Services.
Students sitting at a table inside Jefferson Student Union and talking to another student

Behavioral Sciences - Human Services Certificate, C.P.C.

Students also can earn a certification in Human Services.
Framed basketball jerseys hanging on a wall in the P.E. complex

Substance Abuse Certificate, C.P.C.

Our Substance Abuse Certificate program provides a vital skill set for professionals like case managers, counselors, and ministers. Gain the knowledge to support individuals and families dealing with addiction.

Have questions?

We are happy to chat with you to answer your questions and understand your personal goals.
Please reach out to us at VUADMIT@VINU.EDU or call 812-888-4313 for more information.



Our Faculty

Jessica Zellers headshot

Jessica Zellers, LCSW, ACSW, MSW

Department Chair, Associate Professor of Sociology/Social Work

812-888-4489
jzellers@vinu.edu
Jennifer Hensley headshot

Jennifer Hensley

Professor, Sociology/Social Work

812-888-6966
jhensley@vinu.edu
Michael Drysdale headshot

Michael J. Drysdale

Professor, Psychology

812-888-8888
mdrysdale@vinu.edu
Kristin Jessee-Davis headshot

Kristin L Jessee-Davis

Assistant Professor, Psychology

812-888-4468
kjessee@vinu.edu
Robert Evans headshot

Robert T. Evans

Adjunct Faculty, Sociology

812-888-4688
revans@vinu.edu