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How long would it take me to get a Master's Degree? And would it be best if I started at a community college to get an associates degree?
as long as it takes you to complete a bachelor's degree, then two more years. Note that you do not have to have a bachelor's degree in psychology to earn a master's degree in psychology. But you do have to have a bachelor's and certain coursework usually. Probably more flexible for MSW programs. And if you are looking to do clinical practice, you will need to be more specific than a generic "masters degree in psychology."
What are you hoping to do, specifically?Thanks for replying I guess I'm a little confused sorry. I thought I would be able to work as a Psychologist with just a Masters degree in Psychology.
What are you hoping to do, specifically?
A school psychologist can practice with a master's degree in school psychology. However, a doctoral degree is the minimum to be a licensed psychologist.
If you want to be a therapist, there are several options depending on where you want to practice: licensed professional clinical counselor (LCPC/LPCC), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), or licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). All of these are available with a master's degree.
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I’m 39 and just applied to doctoral and master’s programs. Time is going to pass anway, why not try to accomplish your goals, no matter your age? I can say wholeheartedly I am a better student now than I was 20 years ago. I graduated with my BA in December and I am proud I did it. Don’t let age hold you back.
I'm 36 and just completed my first year for marriage and family therapy. That's ... not exactly making me feel betterI have an uncle who didn't get his degree until he was in his late 20s--early 30s, I say it's never too late.
I'm 36 and just completed my first year for marriage and family therapy. That's ... not exactly making me feel better