Hey everyone I have a bachelors in biology and a minor in psychology. I was thinking of gettin a masters in psychology but what can i do with it exactly. thanx
Good question. There are actually quite a few different types of master's degrees in psych, and depending on which kind you choose you'll have different opportunities. Let's go through some of the options:
1) A terminal, practice-focused degree in clinical psychology: Some states and provinces allow master's level clinicians to provide assessment and therapy services, either independently or when supervised by a doctoral level psychologist. These programs would prepare you for such a career.
Hey everyone I have a bachelors in biology and a minor in psychology. I was thinking of gettin a masters in psychology but what can i do with it exactly. thanx
I'd like to hear more about option number 1. I'm a PhD applicant this cycle who was rejected everywhere I applied. I'm also a non-trad (older) applicant, so I'm thinking that instead of waiting another year and potentially not getting into PhD programs next year as well, that maybe I would go for a master's instead. My career goal is a private practice psychologist. What are the options in these kinds of master's degree programs?
I have read about a master's in marriage and family therapy. Anyone know much about this?
Hey everyone I have a bachelors in biology and a minor in psychology. I was thinking of gettin a masters in psychology but what can i do with it exactly. thanx
I have an MA in Experimental Psych. I was a research assistant in four different places, and a project manager in a marketing research firm.
I'm getting my Ph.D. in Social Psych starting this fall, which opens a few other doors.
Ditto.what does a masters in forensic psychology entail anyway? My understanding is that there is little if any clinical training involved here.
What are my options with an MA in forensic psychology? I live in NY and it's very competitive. PLEASE HELP!
I'd like to hear more about option number 1. I'm a PhD applicant this cycle who was rejected everywhere I applied. I'm also a non-trad (older) applicant, so I'm thinking that instead of waiting another year and potentially not getting into PhD programs next year as well, that maybe I would go for a master's instead. My career goal is a private practice psychologist. What are the options in these kinds of master's degree programs?
I have read about a master's in marriage and family therapy. Anyone know much about this?
Hi, I came across your post and I wanted to ask you a few questions. You mentioned you are a practicing clinician with a Masters degree. What state are you located? I have a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies (Sociology & Psychology) and I will be finished with my MA in Psychology in October of this year. I have always wanted to be a Counseling Psychologist, but I do not feel I would be prepared financially or educationally to begin a PsyD program anytime soon, although I would like to work in a counseling capacity. I am just so lost at this point and scared out of my wits to graduate because I have no plan and will have to deal with my student loans. I just moved back to Illinois from Texas and a PsyD or PhD is required to be a counseling psychologist. Any advice? How can I use what I have to work in a counseling capacity?
Elizabeth
Hi,
I have my bachelor's degree in english and a minor in psychology. I would like to do research in psychology as a career. Currently I am only interested in research, not teaching or clinical psychology. Is getting a MA in psychology enough, or should I go for a PhD?
1) How hard will it be for me to pass the NCE after being out of the field so long? I took a very brief sample test and was surprised at how much I did remember and was still considered relevant.
2) What would be the best preparation for NCE - retaking course work (what courses?) , auditing, reviewing appropriate textbooks etc. or just using a study guide or similar test-specific tutoring. Specific recommendations?
3) Will anyone be willing to take on an Intern over 60 years of age? Most of my fellow PhD candidates still in town are likely approaching retirement.
4) Given the 3000 hours requirement and the difficulty in finding a sponsor, would it be easier to just get my PhD? Crazy, I know.
Or perhaps, a more general question ... should I be looking at other states that will permit me to work with the MA in Clinical Psych alone? What are those states? I take it Oregon is one?
I'm not really looking to do serious therapy, just work with kids in a counseling and teaching role.
Hello All:
Thinking about getting an MS in psych, will it help me in my quest to get a PhD, eventually I would like to go into private practice and I'm also wondering if I should get it online or at a traditional university..
Thanks!
For School Psych, my M.S. is worthless, so I'm looking at virtually starting over. My question: Can I get an on-line M.S. in Psychology and then do an "internship" on my own - would this fulfill the requirements for licensure as a school psychologist?? Each state is so different....some say M.S. plus additional coursework, some say Ed.S. required, some want the Praxis II, etc. State psychology boards and DOEs are less than helpful in approving an arrangement before I commit to it.
And, I love assessment and kids. Do you know much about Capella's school psych program? It's terribly expensive, and they are NASP approved CONDITIONALLY (a big concern in my opinion). LOTS of discernment on whether I have enough years of working left to make it worth the work and money of grad school, if that makes sense. Opinions? Give it to me straight...I need a reality check. Thanks again.
I'm new to this - but desperately looking for guidance anywhere I can find it. I have an M.S. in Counseling and am an LPC in my state. I want to shift to school psychology, for more security in the future, and because I'm completely burnt on the counseling gig.
For School Psych, my M.S. is worthless, so I'm looking at virtually starting over. My question: Can I get an on-line M.S. in Psychology and then do an "internship" on my own - would this fulfill the requirements for licensure as a school psychologist?? Each state is so different....some say M.S. plus additional coursework, some say Ed.S. required, some want the Praxis II, etc. State psychology boards and DOEs are less than helpful in approving an arrangement before I commit to it.
I am 43 years old, have a family, a full-time job...no way can I enter a full-time 3-year Ed.S. program. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
Hi. I do need to hear more info about becoming school or child psychologist. Currently, I have a bachelors in Education. I'm enrolling in a masters program, and need to find out which direction to take to become a school psych. I'm in TN.Ok, Im a school psychologist, with a Masters in School Counseling with specialization in School Psychology. I make about 85,000 in California. However, I made a mistake and should have worked it another way. What you need to do is, get a MA in Psychology, with emphasis in MFT, take an internship and get the credential in School Psychology that way you will have two avenues to go and one, make money and two, start your private practice. Also, with the MA in Psychology you are elgible to take the LPC test, which in California it has not passed fully, but it will. This licence is better than the MFT, and it is recipical with other states in the union. Hope this helped some folks, if you need some more breakdowns, let me know. School Psy
Hello,
My masters degree is in Physiological Psychology, a terminal program. I have done mostly hospital based technical work in EEG. I am interested in behavioral counseling for people with epilepsy and insomnia, but I do not have a counseling degree. My state of Oregon states that a license is not required to do counseling. It is required to bill insurance, but I am thinking of calling myself an Educational Therapist or something like that and doing cash-pay. Is anyone doing this?
Thanks,
harp
Hello,
My masters degree is in Physiological Psychology, a terminal program. I have done mostly hospital based technical work in EEG. I am interested in behavioral counseling for people with epilepsy and insomnia, but I do not have a counseling degree. My state of Oregon states that a license is not required to do counseling. It is required to bill insurance, but I am thinking of calling myself an Educational Therapist or something like that and doing cash-pay. Is anyone doing this?
Thanks,
harp
This is ABSOLUTELY ILLEGAL and unethical. You would prove to be incompetent to provide these services and put clients at serious harm by attempting this move.
I don't know about your state, but in Colorado you absolutely can open a private practice, call yourself a "psychotherapist", and conduct psychotherapy WITHOUT ANY TRAINING WHATSOEVER. Is it ethical? Of course not. Yet it is totally legal.
Hi! I am very new to this site. I have BS in psychology. I can finish BSN in next 2yrs. But I am delimma whether i should start my master or bachleor in nursing. I am confused. Please help me out.