Can I get any jobs with an Associate's degree in social sciences?

[Assiduous Truth Seeker]

I am about to get my associate's degree in social science and am trying to figure out if it will open up any new job opportunities. I absolutely plan on continuing my education but would like to see if there are any job possibilities for someone with an associate's. Thanks for you help.

[Jessica]

Yes you could get a degree in Substance abuse counseling, which is a 2 year degree. I have a bachelors degree in Psychology though and it doesn't go far. In order to be a therapist I would need to go back to school for 2 years to get a master's degree. However when you get a SPECIFIC 2 year degree then it seems to really count.

If you really want an excellent degree at the 2 year level, go with something medical. It pays very well, is very respected, and goes far in today's tough job market. Things like: physical therapy assistant, dental hygiene, emergency medical services, health information management, nursing, radiation oncology, radiography, phlebotomy, medical laboratory tech, sleep technologist, respiratory therapist.