What jobs are available for one with only a masters in general psychology?

[DoctorD2]

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My husband and I were discussing recently about job opportunities for students completing the master of general psychology course. He will continue onward with the PhD, but for now wanted to know what are the opportunities. He retires from his current employer in two years, although he is 43 years old right now (he's quite young). His undergrad is in Theology.....

Any thoughts?????

Thanks-

 

[Ollie123]

I think the best bet is probably research centers/hospitals. They often want someone with an advanced degree to supervise undergrads or recent BA/BS graduates. Pay is generally not great. (35-40 from what I've seen).

There are, as usual, other options though. Really the question is about how far from traditional "psychology" he wants to get. HR jobs, if he's strong on the math end there may be statistician jobs, etc.

 

[Thrak]

There's always marketing research. After 3 or 4 years, you could make in the 50s depending on location.

 

[PinkSoil]

I am graduating in May with my M.S. in Clinical/Counseling psychology and I just got a job as a therapist at an outpatient clinic. I will be seeing adults, ages 18+.. mostly individual therapy, some couples and family... and I'll be running groups as well. There are many opportunities out there for masters level individuals. Go to the websites of the clinics and hospitals in the area and check their job opportunity links.

 

[sicologia]

Perhaps your husband can work as a clinical counselor while he prepares to go for his PhD. I would also assume he is doing some research to help aid in his chances of acceptance to a good program. Many hospitals and clinics have great research programs for Masters level folks in the field. Good luck to ya.

 

[paramour]

Please note that a master's in general psychology (which is what the OP inquired about) does not prepare one to do clinical/counseling work. It is NOT the same as a master's in clinical/counseling psychology--you do not receive the same training and you are typically not prepared to become licensed.

 

[73BARMYPgsp]

Flip burgers AND work the French fry machine.

 

[RileyG]

Flip burgers AND work the French fry machine.

I considered posting something along those lines, but then decided it might be too harsh. Thanks for saying it so I didn't have to 😀

 

[baylordude]

Um, it really depends on location. In CA, I've seen supervisory positions for ABA programs that pay in the mid 50s and director/asst director positions in non-profit organizations that pay slightly more. I've seen several other positions in CA, but can't think of them at the moment. In the midwest, however, I've seen very few positions. Around here (in the midwest), a bachelors and a masters usually forward the same career opportunities, although a masters might make you slightly more competitive when applying. Of course, professional burger flipping, french fry machine operation, AND floor cleaning are available career paths😉 I earned a general masters before going for the doctorate (which I will start this fall) and do fair (as a single fellow) with the position I have now as a group home and ISL manager for a non-profit organization (approx 35k). I started in February, so my pay is on the low end, but some of the more seasoned managers earn around 50k. But, in line with what I mentioned earlier, the position I have didn't require a masters.

 

[Prsstnt]

Perhaps your husband can work as a clinical counselor while he prepares to go for his PhD. I would also assume he is doing some research to help aid in his chances of acceptance to a good program. Many hospitals and clinics have great research programs for Masters level folks in the field. Good luck to ya.

I agree with sicologia. Additionally, State facilities don't require licensure for all their positions. All the best.

 

[lilies05]

you could be a research coordinator - running studies for a hospital or university

pay also not too great - 40K

 

[PsyDGrrrl]

Flip burgers AND work the French fry machine.

Hahaha. Although these days, that looks like the outlook for a lot of doctorates too...

 

[timecoloured]

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