What can I do with a masters in psychology besides counseling?
Hello. I just got my bachelors in psychology and I'm not sure whether I should continue to a masters program. I found studying psychology interesting but I'm not really sure that I would enjoy it as a profession. Also does anyone know what I could do with a masters in psychology besides traditional counseling and teaching? The others things that I'm interested in are literature and philosphy but really the only thing I could do with that is teach and I don't want to be limited.
Psychology - 4 Answers
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You make it sound as if teaching is limited, which it is not. I suggest you look in the library at the Occupational Outlook Handbook that is put out yearly. It describes many different professions, what education you'll need, salary, etc. Look up Psychology and see what is listed, I think you will be surprised. You can go into research, teach, counsel, social work, etc., etc. I strongly suggest you choose what you love to do and what interests you over money.
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Write interesting articles on the Internet about your studies, which will build a readership base... which will lead to a bonus... making money at the same time peace ...greggace
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If you don't want to help people I can't help you. Sorry.
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It's good to hear you're taking to time to seriously consider different options - most psychology majors go to grad school or just get any position that's available..... There are several "non-traditional" positions I would recommend looking into - all of these positions require either a master's or doctorate in psychology and do NOT entail counseling or teaching. In the order that I think you might want to consider them, based on demand in industry/# of jobs available: #1: Organizational psychologist: This is what I do. I assess performance and assist people with different issues in the workplace - and it is SO not counseling - it's coaching, which involves coming up with a plan for change. The job also involves survey research - sometimes - but there are some interesting positions in this field. #2: Human factors psychologist: This is a psychologist who is also an engineer - and is paid very well. The job involves designing spaces appropriate for human occupation and interaction, such as office spaces and airplane cockpits. VERY hot field right not. #3: Forensic psychologist: Yes, they have to go through the therapy training, but they work with incarcerated felons, helping them acquire the necessary skills to reenter society. I know a lot of people who enter this profession, and they've all enjoyed it. #4: Quantitative psychologist: This is also called an experimental psychologist. And you have to LOVE psychologist to be one. I doubt you'd dig this - but if you do, this would involve conducting psychological experiments. #5: Psychobiologist: Studying the behavior and thought processes of animals - usually works in a University laboratory. Cool stuff. #6: Community psychologist: They have many community psychology programs, but I'm doubting they have community psychology in practice - except for community relations positions in government (which is fun work). Very interesting field though! And there are other fields as well - development psychology, sensation and perception psychology, social psychology - but these are "academic/teaching fields" for the most part. Hope this helps! :) P.S. - Don't rule out academic positions that don't involve teaching, such as those in writing centers. Check out www.chronicle.com and go to the careers section for academic jobs - most require a master's degree....they have TONS of very interesting academic positions....
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
What can I do with a masters degree in psychology
What can I do with a masters degree in psychology?
I am hoping to get a career that would require masters in psychology. However, the company I hope to work for is very picky and it is very difficult to be accepted. What kind of careers could I get with a masters in psychology, should being hired by said company not go so well? I would go for the PsyD or PhD, but I come from a pretty low income family and it'll be a miracle if I can afford to get through my masters. I'd need some serious scholarships to get through grad school.
Higher Education (University +) - 5 Answers
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Real estate, security, sales, etc. Psycholgy is still very general; with a teaching certificate you could teach just about anything anywhere. Be confidant.
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You could become a counselor or look into government jobs(state and federal) where you'll be dealing with the public(they'll like the psych degree). Sales, jury selection consultant to law firms, career counselor.
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Go for your PhD or PsyD. I have a BA in psych and there is nothing out here for anything less than a doctor. If it were possible for me to continue schooling right now that's what I'd be doing.
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With a master's degree in Psychology or probably better yet, Community or Applied Psychology, you could eventually take your board exams and become a licensed counselor. You could even specialize in marriage and family therapy, chemical dependency counseling, rehabilitative counseling, school and vocational counseling, or just the general area. Usually, these programs will not be listed on the graduate bulletin under the psychology heading; they usually fall under Human Services, Community Counseling, or Applied Psychology headings, but all are masters degree programs and have a nice starting/entry level salary. If you would like to become a clinical psychologist or researcher, that will require a Ph.D or Psy. D, there is just no getting around that with those types of careers. If you want to do therapy and counsel clients, than the other routes I mentioned previously will get you there and will allow you to finish at a faster rate.
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What would you like to do with your degree when you are done with your Master's: work in business, do research, work in the schools, or be a therapist/counselor? You have to answer this question before you can really choose a Master's program. Business = Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Schools = School Psychology, Therapist/Counselor = Community or Clinical Psychology or a Counseling Masters, Research = any of the above or social or experimental psychology. Also, many Master's programs offer graduate assistantships that pay your tuition for you working part time hours in a position on campus. However, you would have to go to school full-time to get one of these. I made it through my school psychology program with a 20 hour grad assistantship plus working part time outside of school. Good luck!
I am hoping to get a career that would require masters in psychology. However, the company I hope to work for is very picky and it is very difficult to be accepted. What kind of careers could I get with a masters in psychology, should being hired by said company not go so well? I would go for the PsyD or PhD, but I come from a pretty low income family and it'll be a miracle if I can afford to get through my masters. I'd need some serious scholarships to get through grad school.
Higher Education (University +) - 5 Answers
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Real estate, security, sales, etc. Psycholgy is still very general; with a teaching certificate you could teach just about anything anywhere. Be confidant.
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You could become a counselor or look into government jobs(state and federal) where you'll be dealing with the public(they'll like the psych degree). Sales, jury selection consultant to law firms, career counselor.
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Go for your PhD or PsyD. I have a BA in psych and there is nothing out here for anything less than a doctor. If it were possible for me to continue schooling right now that's what I'd be doing.
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With a master's degree in Psychology or probably better yet, Community or Applied Psychology, you could eventually take your board exams and become a licensed counselor. You could even specialize in marriage and family therapy, chemical dependency counseling, rehabilitative counseling, school and vocational counseling, or just the general area. Usually, these programs will not be listed on the graduate bulletin under the psychology heading; they usually fall under Human Services, Community Counseling, or Applied Psychology headings, but all are masters degree programs and have a nice starting/entry level salary. If you would like to become a clinical psychologist or researcher, that will require a Ph.D or Psy. D, there is just no getting around that with those types of careers. If you want to do therapy and counsel clients, than the other routes I mentioned previously will get you there and will allow you to finish at a faster rate.
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What would you like to do with your degree when you are done with your Master's: work in business, do research, work in the schools, or be a therapist/counselor? You have to answer this question before you can really choose a Master's program. Business = Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Schools = School Psychology, Therapist/Counselor = Community or Clinical Psychology or a Counseling Masters, Research = any of the above or social or experimental psychology. Also, many Master's programs offer graduate assistantships that pay your tuition for you working part time hours in a position on campus. However, you would have to go to school full-time to get one of these. I made it through my school psychology program with a 20 hour grad assistantship plus working part time outside of school. Good luck!
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
How high in math do I need to go to get a master's degree in psychology so I can become a therapist
How high in math do I need to go to get a master's degree in psychology so I can become a therapist?
I've heard a lot I need Statistics but to get my AA-DTA (transfer degree from a community college) it says I only have to know math 99, intermediate algebra. Do i need like math 112, college level math once i transfer to a 4 year? Is it usually a general graduation requirement for a master's degree in psychology?
Higher Education (University +) - 3 Answers
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the math to fulfill the general requirement and statistics but stats isn't really hard its a lot of spreadsheet easy stuff.
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To be a masters level therapist, you really want a Masters in Social Work, not psychology. An MSW is more of a qualification than a MA in Psychology, you can take insurance more easily as an MSW, etc. You're getting ahead of yourself right now. Take the math class your community college requires now. Once you transfer, talk to your advisor and see if you need any more math classes.
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You can go to the web site of the college that you're transferring to and check the requirements for your major.
I've heard a lot I need Statistics but to get my AA-DTA (transfer degree from a community college) it says I only have to know math 99, intermediate algebra. Do i need like math 112, college level math once i transfer to a 4 year? Is it usually a general graduation requirement for a master's degree in psychology?
Higher Education (University +) - 3 Answers
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the math to fulfill the general requirement and statistics but stats isn't really hard its a lot of spreadsheet easy stuff.
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To be a masters level therapist, you really want a Masters in Social Work, not psychology. An MSW is more of a qualification than a MA in Psychology, you can take insurance more easily as an MSW, etc. You're getting ahead of yourself right now. Take the math class your community college requires now. Once you transfer, talk to your advisor and see if you need any more math classes.
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You can go to the web site of the college that you're transferring to and check the requirements for your major.
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Bachelor of Information Technology to Masters in Psychology
Bachelor of Information Technology to Masters in Psychology?
Would I be wasting my time if I decided if I wanted to go for a Master of Science in Psychology. The Bachelor I have now is a general computer degree however, this has become more of a hobby than a career. I would like to purse a career in Psychology however I do not know if I would be wasting my time since my bachelors is in computers. I would like to do psychology research or maybe even become a counselor.
Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers
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You need to shoot for a doctoral degree program in clinical psychology if you want to do counseling. If you just want to do psychology research then you still need to do a doctoral degree but it need not be in clinical psych. Although psych grad programs take people outside of psychology majors, the majority are bio or other scientific majors who come from programs that emphasize research. Hence, your undergrad degree wouldn't really impressive anyone and likely make it difficult to do unless you spend some time doing undergrad work in psych classes first. If you want to do counseling, you may want to consider social work. MSW programs will allow you to counsel and are far shorter and easier to complete than clinical psych programs.
Would I be wasting my time if I decided if I wanted to go for a Master of Science in Psychology. The Bachelor I have now is a general computer degree however, this has become more of a hobby than a career. I would like to purse a career in Psychology however I do not know if I would be wasting my time since my bachelors is in computers. I would like to do psychology research or maybe even become a counselor.
Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers
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You need to shoot for a doctoral degree program in clinical psychology if you want to do counseling. If you just want to do psychology research then you still need to do a doctoral degree but it need not be in clinical psych. Although psych grad programs take people outside of psychology majors, the majority are bio or other scientific majors who come from programs that emphasize research. Hence, your undergrad degree wouldn't really impressive anyone and likely make it difficult to do unless you spend some time doing undergrad work in psych classes first. If you want to do counseling, you may want to consider social work. MSW programs will allow you to counsel and are far shorter and easier to complete than clinical psych programs.
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