Learn the basics of sociology and learn about social movements, structures and change with this free online course. There are a variety of topics that span the entire sociological spectrum, and in this free online introduction to sociology course, you will discuss the basics as well as more advanced sociological themes. Learn topics such as deviance in human behaviours, social movements, social change, the impact different cultures have on society, leadership sociology, the key differences between mental illness and mental disorders and the roles they play.
| Course Category | Education |
| Course Type | Online Learning |
| Course Qualification | CPD Certificate |
| Course Duration | 6-10 hours |
| Course Fee | Free |
| Entry Requirements | Like all courses on the Alison Free Learning platform this is a free, CPD-accredited course. A Graduate can choose to buy a certificate or diploma upon successful completion of a course, but this is not required or necessary. At Alison we believe that free education, more than anything, has the power to break through boundaries and transform lives. Alison is the world’s largest free online empowerment platform for education and skills training, offering over 5000 CPD accredited courses and a range of impactful career development tools. It is a for-profit social enterprise dedicated to making it possible for anyone, to study anything, anywhere, at any time, for free online, at any subject level. Through our mission, we are a catalyst for positive social change, creating opportunity, prosperity, and equality for everyone. |
| Career Path | In This Free Course, You Will Learn How To • Explain concepts central to sociology • Identify ways sociology is applied in the real world • Differentiate between culture and society • Discuss how technology impacts societal development • Differentiate the styles of leadership • Define deviance, and explain the nature of deviant behaviour • Define technology and describe its evolution • Define the term "medical sociology" • Define social epidemiology • Describe climate change and its importance • Identify stages of social movements |
| Course Code | 1251 |
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