Career Paths In Psychology

"An advanced degree in psychology offers an extremely wide range of rewarding and well-compensated career opportunities.... (more)

"An advanced degree in psychology offers an extremely wide range of rewarding and well-compensated career opportunities. This bestselling volume sets the standard for students seeking an exciting career in psychology. Its comprehensive coverage spans more careers than ever, with the vast majority of chapters new to this third edition. The chapters describe 30 different graduate-level careers for those holding PhD, EdD, or PsyD in three distinct areas of endeavor: academia; clinical and counseling psychology; and specialized settings such as for-profit businesses, nonprofits, the military, and schools. Each chapter explores a different career, including typical daily activities, the approximate range of compensation, advantages and disadvantages of the career, opportunities for employment and advancement, and how to plan one's education and professional experiences to prepare for this specialty. The authors-all highly accomplished professionals-were selected for their distinction in their field, their years of experience, and their ability to communicate their passion." -- From back cover. (less)