Careers in Psychology?

Department of Psychology, Sociology and Social Work

Careers in Psychology

Psychology is the study of the mind and behavior. The discipline embraces all aspects of the human experience - from the functions of the brain to the actions of nations, from child development to care for the aged. In every conceivable setting from scientific research centers to mental health care services, "the understanding of behavior" is the enterprise of psychologists.

Preparing for a Career with a Bachelor's Degree

While you cannot practice psychology (e.g., perform psychotherapy or psychological assessments) with a bachelor’s degree, there are many career options for psychology majors receiving this degree. For more information, visit the following career-related sites of the American Psychological Association http://psyccareers.apa.org/, and the Association for Psychological Science http://www.psychologicalscience.org/.

Business Area
(A minor in Business would be helpful)

advertising agent	claims specialists
customer relations	employee counselor
employment counselor	insurance agent
job analyst	insurance agent
management trainee	loan officer
marketing researcher	marketing representative
occupational analyst	personnel worker/administrator
public information officer	public relations
sales representative	small business owner
store manager	staff training and development

Mental Health Services Area
(A minor in Criminal Justice or Sociology would be helpful)

Director of volunteer services	mental retardation unit manager
Probation/parole officer	caseworker
Substance abuse counselor	program manager
Child protection worker	employment counselor
Rehabilitation advisor	corrections officer
Family service worker	residential youth counselor
Counselor aide	group home coordinator
Social service director	day care center supervisor

Other Positions