Social Sciences

There are plenty of career options in the helping professions if you strive to help others live better, whether you want to deliver patient care, help make your community safer or support programs that protect and rehabilitate vulnerable populations.

For Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) grad Courtney Garcia ’24, earning her bachelor's in psychology online was more than a personal milestone — it was a way to honor the memory of one of her biggest inspirations.

With the National Alliance on Mental Illness reporting that 1 in 5 adults grapple yearly with mental illness, the need for professional care is clear. Intrigued by the possibilities of a life-changing profession? Perhaps clinical mental health counseling could be the right fit for you.

Whether transitioning to a similar career or starting something entirely new, police officers entering retirement can make a positive contribution to a variety of roles. They often have skills, abilities and experiences that can be applied to work in and outside of the criminal justice field.