Courses and Schedules

SOC-2100 Marriage and the Family


This is an introductory course in the sociology of marriage and the family. It explores the various sociological approaches to studying the family, the varieties of family forms, and the problems facing American families. The course begins by defining marriage and family and recognizing the commonality and diversity of experiences among families. Students examine the ways in which families vary by social class, race, gender, and sexuality, and how the material conditions of people's lives shape their attitudes and behaviors. This course explores the complexities of marriage and family, helping students to develop an appreciation for the changes that have shaped families today.

NOTE: For SOC-2100, please remove the offering dates for Guided Study. We may be canceling GS permanently.

Study Methods:


e-Pack® (SOC-2100-EP):
Mar 2026,  Apr 2026,  May 2026,  Jun 2026,  Jul 2026,  Aug 2026,  Sep 2026,  Oct 2026,  Nov 2026,  Dec 2026,  Jan 2027,  Feb 2027,  Mar 2027,  Apr 2027,  May 2027,  Jun 2027


Online Courses (SOC-2100-OL):
Mar 2026,  Apr 2026,  May 2026,  Jun 2026,  Jul 2026,  Aug 2026,  Sep 2026,  Oct 2026,  Nov 2026,  Dec 2026,  Jan 2027,  Feb 2027,  Mar 2027,  Apr 2027,  May 2027,  Jun 2027


TECEP® Examination (SOC-2100-TE):
Mar 2026,  Apr 2026,  May 2026,  Jun 2026,  Jul 2026,  Aug 2026,  Sep 2026,  Oct 2026,  Nov 2026,  Dec 2026,  Jan 2027,  Feb 2027,  Mar 2027,  Apr 2027,  May 2027,  Jun 2027


Credits: 3

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