Psychology Degrees and Finding Entry-Level Careers
Many students pursue an undergraduate degree in psychology, but many go on to obtain a graduate degree in order to provide counseling or mental health care to patients in a clinical setting. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, it is not difficult to find entry-level careers with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Many occupations offer a starting salary of $30,000 or higher.
Psych students have the option of studying a variety of coursework including abnormal psychology, behavior analysis, comparative psychology, child development, and industrial-organizational (I-O) psychology. The study of psychological principles provides a well-rounded background for employment opportunities in the private or public sector.
Advertising and Marketing
Critical Thinking skills and the ability to analyze and understand social behavior enables job seekers with a social sciences foundation to work wonders in the advertising field. An awareness of current events, the ability to forecast future trends, and keen communication skills are vital for the success of an advertiser or market researcher. Careers in this sector can be found at TalentZoo.com
Business Sector
Prospective employees with an understanding of human and organizational behavior have many opportunities in the government and private business arena. Human Resource employees and administrative managers serve to hire prospective employees, moderate conflicts, and develop and administer employee training. In the same vein, relations officers serve as a liaison between a particular business and the general public. Human resource-related jobs are available at Jobs4HR.com.
Criminal Justice
Graduates with a background in psych may choose from a number of careers in criminal justice. Students with knowledge of human and social behavior may pursue a career as a corrections officer, detective, law enforcer, or parole and probation officer. People with an undergraduate degree in psychology may also serve as customs inspectors and investigators at airports. Careers can be found at PoliceEmployment.com
Daycare and Preschool Settings
Many psychology students find employment as administrators in early developmental childcare environments. A psych background allows people to work effectively with staff and families to provide quality care, and develop educationally rich programs for young children. Jobs in the childcare field are available at Care.com.
Freelance or Professional Writer
Persons with a background in the social sciences can contribute articles to various publications. With optimal communications and Writing Skills, jobs at newspapers or magazines are often the perfect fit. Writing jobs can be found at TheWriteJobs.com.
Lab and Research Assistant
Undergraduate degree holders qualify to assist scientists in various projects concerning animal or human behavior. Work is available in numerous lab settings, including business, hospital and governmental, to collect and analyze data. Research and assistant jobs can be found at theLabRat.com
With so many diverse career options to choose from, a bachelor’s degree in psychology opens up a world of possibilities.
About the Author
Helping Psychology is your guide to learning more about the Psychology profession and the opportunities that are available in this dynamic discipline including Clinical psychology degree,Forensic psychology degree and PsyD Education.
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