Social Studies

Anthropologists and archeologists study the origin, development, and behavior of humans.

Economists collect and analyze data, research trends, and evaluate economic issues for resources, goods, and services.

Archivists and curators oversee institutions’ collections, such as of historical items or of artwork. Museum technicians and conservators prepare and restore items in those collections.

Psychologists study cognitive, emotional, and social processes and behavior by observing, interpreting, and recording how individuals relate to one another and to their environments.

Urban and regional planners develop land use plans and programs that help create communities, accommodate population growth, and revitalize physical facilities.

Sociologists study society and social behavior.

Substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors provide treatment and advise people who suffer from alcoholism, drug addiction, or other mental or behavioral problems.

Social workers help people solve and cope with problems in their everyday lives.

Social and human service assistants provide client services in a variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, and social work.

Social and community service managers coordinate and supervise social service programs and community organizations.

Police officers protect lives and property. Detectives and criminal investigators gather facts and collect evidence of possible crimes.

Probation officers and correctional treatment specialists assist in rehabilitation of law offenders in custody or on probation or parole.