Unit 1.8 - Careers in Psychology

Question 1

What are some modern domains of psychology?

Answer 1

Some modern domains of psychology include neuroscience, cognition and computers, social and personality psych, industrial/organizational (I/O) (business), health/sports, forensic, developmental psych, etc.

Question 2

What are the psychology education pathways?

Answer 2

Ba/BSc - same coursework except electives, prestige is same 
MA/MSc - 2 years research based degree 
MEd/MSW - counselling 
PhD/PsyD - 5 year doctorate 
MD + Psych Speciality - 8+ years

Question 3

What are some clinical jobs?

Answer 3

Clinical private practice, virtual practice, community clinics, rehab centres, hospitals, prisons, schools.
6-11 university

Question 4

What are some research jobs?

Answer 4

Academic researcher, professor, research coordinator and assistant, science writer, data analysts, etc.

Question 5

What are some other jobs?

Answer 5

Military, lawyer, forensic, sports/coaching, teacher, etc.