Masters degree in Clinical Psychology
Learn more about the MS in clinical psychology and what it can do for your career...
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The purpose of Clinical Psychology is for professionals educated in the field to help people develop an understanding of their own psychology, preventing and relieving psychologically based problems, and to help with personal development.
Very often, those who enroll in a Masters program in Clinical Psychology wish to eventually become a clinical psychologist. Most opportunities relating to distributing psychological treatment require this designation if not entering the counseling or social work fields. In addition, to become a clinical psychologist, you will need to complete your masters program and then enroll in a PhD or PsyD program in Clinical Psychology.
A Masters degree program in Clinical Psychology provides students with education in a variety of areas helping you to develop a solid foundation of knowledge in all areas of clinical psychology.
What you will learn...
Specifically, a Masters degree program in Clinical Psychology will provide you with knowledge in most if not all of the following areas:
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A representative at Capella Univeristy will provide you with more information about their Masters degree program in Clinical Psychology and about possible future career prospects associated with this degree.
Salary Benefits...
As stated in a Bureau of Labor and Statistics Current Population Survey from May of 20081:
- Clinical Psychologists had a mean annual salary of $70,190 in May of 2008
- The average salaries of those who hold a Masters degree in 2008 was $1,228/week, while those only holding a Bachelor's degree was $978/week.
- In addition, those who are educated in a psychology field typically earn above the national average for individuals with a similar level of education. Click here to download a BLS survey of wage distributions for careers often held by those who enter a professional field in psychology.
Advancement...
As stated above, most individuals who begin a Masters program in Clinical Psychology with go on to complete their PhD or PsyD afterwards. With the doctoral level education, you will be able to qualify for licensure as a psychologist and will then have the ability to diagnose and treat patients suffering from psychological issues.
However, if you do not wish to go down this road, many individuals who complete their Clinical Psychology masters program go on to work in managerial positions in the human services industry, nonprofit organizations and in various business fields.
A strong foundation in psychology is a highly sought after skill by executive employers. Many educated in the field of psychology prove they have the skill set to quickly and thoroughly assess problems and to develop solutions that properly address issues of all kinds from human resources to marketing to the basic fundamentals of business mechanics.
Career possibilities for those with a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology...
- Careers in the Social Service industry (program manager, case manager, program coordinator, social worker, etc.)
- Community College Professor
- Various career positions in Community and Human Services areas
- Administrative positions in the health care field
- Managerial positions in any area of business
- Counselor (requires the completion of counseling certification requirements)
- Clinical Psychologist (requires the completion of your PhD or PsyD)
Resources:
1 BLS Statistics from 2008