Fast Facts: Psychology & Mental Health

Percentage of self-employed psychology professionals: 34%
Estimated annual salary, 2006: $59,000
Growth predicted for clinical psychology jobs over the next decade: 16%
Growth predicted for psychology jobs in other fields: 21%
Growth predicted for substance abuse and behavioral disorder counselors: 34%

Psychology Career Options

Traditionally, psychology professionals often work as counselors in schools or as assistants to licensed psychologists while they complete their professional education. If current trends continue, smaller schools and rehabilitation facilities are expected to hire even more entry-level counselors over the next decade.

While many psychology majors pursue doctorates in the field, some students use their training to broaden their skill sets for the business world. Human resources departments frequently recruit graduates with psychology degrees to provide insight into employee conflict or to staff internal counseling programs. Marketing is another popular field.

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Psychology Degree Programs

Becoming a practicing clinical psychologist requires years of training, often culminating in a doctoral degree. Most psychology professionals choose to enhance their training by building work experience in a variety of counseling and research positions. As a result, some counselors find themselves locked into jobs because they cannot afford to stop working during the period necessary to reach the next rung on the career ladder.

Online Psychology Programs

Fortunately, online psychology degree programs have made it easier to train for this challenging career. Working counselors and other psychology professionals can attend classes and interact with faculty on their own schedules. Consequently, many psychology professionals can reduce the time it takes to earn the degrees required for the jobs they want.

Psychology Degree Programs - Advertised Schools

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University of Phoenix

At University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.

As the largest private university in North America, University of Phoenix has more than 200 locations, and is available online in most countries around the world. Whether you're seeking a college degree at an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral level, we can help you reach your academic goal—and sooner than you might think.

Programs:

-  BS in Psychology
-  MS in Psychology
-  MS in Counseling / Marriage, Family and Child Therapy

Nearby Campuses:

Los Angeles: 14320 Firestone Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90038
Pasadena: 299 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101

Argosy University

Argosy University offers doctoral, master's, and bachelor's degree programs to students through its five colleges: Psychology andBehavioral Sciences, Education, Business, Health Sciences, and Undergraduate Studies, as well as certificate programs in many areas.

Argosy University offers doctoral, master's, and bachelor's degree programs to students through its five colleges: Psychology andBehavioral Sciences, Education, Business, Health Sciences, and Undergraduate Studies, as well as certificate programs in many areas.

Programs:

-  Psychology (BA)
-  Forensic Psychology (MA)
-  Counseling Psychology (EdD)
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Nearby Campuses:

Santa Monica: 2950 31st Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405

Hypnosis Motivation Institute

Get your career started with the Hypnosis Motivation Institute.

Get your career started with the Hypnosis Motivation Institute. Our extensive program can be completed in one year and includes training and a clinical internship for hands-on learning.

Programs:

- Hypnotherapist Certification

Nearby Campuses:

Tarzana: 18607 Ventura Blvd, Tarzana, CA 91356

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Psychology Degree Programs - Advertised Schools

University of Phoenix

At University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.

Argosy University

Argosy University offers doctoral, master's, and bachelor's degree programs to students through its five colleges: Psychology andBehavioral Sciences, Education, Business, Health Sciences, and Undergraduate Studies, as well as certificate programs in many areas.

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Get your career started with the Hypnosis Motivation Institute.

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