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What can I do with a Major in....Psychology?
A major in Psychology can lead to just about any career because understanding people is the basic foundation for almost any job.
Before you begin to look at the different types of opportunities available to Psychology majors, you must look at yourself and ask yourself a few basic questions:
What am I good at?
Understand your major strengths, skills and accomplishments. Some examples of skills and qualities employers look for are:
Interpersonal
Analytical
Motivational
Communication
Creativity
Advisement/Helping
Problem solving
Organizational/Planning
What do I like to do?
Examine your interests. What kind of life style do I want to lead? Examine your values...is money what you're after, job security, challenging work?
If you are having trouble answering these questions, you are not alone. Make an appointment an advisor in the Career Center. We want to help you!
POSITIONS
Once you know yourself, you are ready to decide where and how you want to apply this knowledge.
Do I want to stay in the field of Psychology?
With a bachelor's degree in Psychology you can assist Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, etc...in:
Adoption agencies
Child care agencies
Religious organizations
Educational institutions
Community organizations
Correctional institutions
Government agencies
Hospitals
Nursing homes etc...
Do I want to work in Business?
Your skills and education are transferable to just about anywhere in the business world. Graduates can find work in:
Advertising / Public relations
Market research
Department stores
Personnel/Human resources
Magazines/Newspapers
Sales, etc...
Do I want to go to Graduate school?
A bachelor's degree in Psychology may be enough to obtain an entry level job but if you are looking for advancement in the field at a higher pay scale you must seriously consider obtaining at least a master's degree in the field.
With a master's degree in the field, you qualify for positions as:
Occupational Therapists
Career Counselors
School Psychologists
School Guidance Counselors
Social Workers
Vocational/Rehabilitation Counselors
Mental Health Counselors
Marriage/Family Counselors
Speech Language Pathologists
Substance Abuse Counselors, etc...
For information on graduate schools, consult Peterson's.
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