Social "Helpers"

People in the social category prefer to work with others in a supportive way. They tend to be highly verbal, express themselves well, and get along well in groups. Social types typically prefer the team approach to problem solving. People in the social category often describe themselves as cooperative, friendly, and understanding. They receive rewards from helping others.

Are you...?

  • Friendly
  • Helpful
  • Idealistic
  • Understanding
  • Cooperative
  • Responsible
  • Empathetic
  • Patient
  • Insightful
  • Outgoing
  • Generous
  • Kind

Do you enjoy...?

  • Joining clubs
  • Attending sport events
  • Caring for children
  • Leading
  • Volunteering
  • Planning and supervising an activity
  • Mediating disputes
  • Meeting new people
  • Working in groups

Career considerations

  • Youth services worker
  • Recreation director
  • Teacher
  • Clergy
  • Parole officer
  • Fitness instructor
  • Counselor
  • Paramedic
  • Athletic coach
  • Attorney
  • Extension agent

Potential areas of study

In addition to the following degree programs offered by K-State, many departments offer special emphasis areas. Be sure to explore the many interdisciplinary or individually designed majors offered by K-State. Click here to see an entire list of K-State academic programs.

Agriculture

Agriculture education
Horticulture therapy
Park management

Education

Elementary
Secondary

Arts and Sciences

English
History
Kinesiology
Political science
Pre-health professions
Psychology
Social work
Sociology

Human Ecology

Athletic training
Communication sciences and disorders
Dietetics
Early childhood education
Family life and community services
Family studies and human services
Lifespan human development
Nutrition and exercise science
Nutritional sciences (pre-medicine)
Public health nutrition

Business

Human resource management
Marketing

Get more information

To find out more information about K-State majors and related careers, stop by ACIC in 14 Holton Hall.