I am confused between taking up Nursing or BS Psychology. Which one has better opportunities?

Question

My application form for the college I'm going to is almost complete. But I haven't decided which of the 2 I'm going to take. I enjoy studying Pscychology. I am very much interested with it esp child pscyhology. But I heard so much cons about it. I heard that it's really hard to find a job without a Master's degree or PhD. I am not planning to get either of that because I am planning to go to Dental School and I just want to get a Bachelor's degree of something I will enjoy studying and a degree that can give me a good-paying job (temporarily) to provide finacially and not stressful enough for my dental schooling.

However, I am having second thoughts with Nursing. It's very in-demand. There are so many nurses being hired! It pays good. But as what I always observe from my mom, it's very tiring and stressful both physically and mentally.

I hope 'you' get what I'm trying to say. Please help me with this. Thanks!

Answer 1

Definatly go for the nursing degree, because a BS in psycology is just that... BS. It means nothing without a masters and a PhD. The job market for nurses is great. However I do recomend that you go for you RN instead of just a LPN. This will afford you many more opportunities and more money. As an RN you have more bargaining potiential on salary and hours. But I've watched many of my younger friends get degree's in psycology and have to take jobs at day cares with minimal hour pay. However if it interests you, you could always minor in child psycology, and this could help you find a job at a children's hospital or pediatrician. Best of luck to you and remember that college is the best time of you life!

Answer 2

A BS in Pschy is not going to get you a financially stable job at least not in that field. It is true the jobs are far in few. Unless you want to work at a school, even than the pay is not that rewarding (I'd say approx $30K annually max) but the up side it can be less stress. If you do not plan on being a Nurse than why consider a BS. Why don't you get your BA in the same field as your masters. Makes more sense and less classes you will have to catch up on...Good luck There are A LOT of applied science degrees that would be much more beneficial than the two you listed, ever thought about Nuc. Med (or radiology) ....GREAT pay and a light work load you can only work a limited amt of hours a week If you get lucky yo can work the 'baylor shift" 2 days a week 12 hour shifts and are paid for full time...leaves a lot of time for classes and studying and much easier than a nursing degree....good luck!

Answer 3

Neither are courses actually, they are degrees. A B.A. degree with a major in Psychology is a broad liberal arts degree that prepares you for a variety of careers. The particular path you take is up to you. Some options require a general liberal arts college degree; others allow more utilization of the specific knowledge gained as a psychology major. On the other hand, a B.S. in Psychology is designed to provide a knowledge base of current methods, content areas, and theories. So essentially, its more science based. So it just depends on you and what you're interested in pursuing in the field of psychology that would determine the opportunities you can have. Some areas have a higher demand and need, while others are over populated and jobs are not in high demand. Just do your research and good luck with whatever path you choose.

Answer 4

I am studying in social sciences right now, and they keep telling us its gonna be hard to get a decent job without a masters or PhD like you said. Nursing is a good choice because less and less people go into that field, so the need for nurses will grow bigger every year. But, don't take a job just for the money. Like the person before me said, follow your heart. If you prefer Psychology, take that. You won't regret it.

Answer 5

if you are only getting an undergrad degree so that you can get a decent job while you go to dental school i say nursing. you will definitely be able to get a job and the hours would be flexible for dental school. you aren't going to be able to do anything with a BS in psych, i don't think you can even work for the county with out a masters. also the info you learn in nursing school would be much more helpful in dental school than the psych stuff. for your app just pick one, everyone changes their major in college anyway. just make sure the program you choose for your app is not impacted. if it is a hard program to get into that could screw up your acceptance to the college

Answer 6

Depends...how much do you want a job after college? Even if you enter the nursing school at your college, you can still study psychology. Plus, nursing school only takes a couple of years, and you can still go back to college and earn other degrees and certifications that can open up new and greater possibilities. Besides, Psych is such a dime a dozen degree.

Answer 7

Take nursing. They are in dire need of nurses around the country (and maybe you could help pay off you bills from school if you sign early with a hospital). The Federal government may also want to help you pay off some of your tuition. Remember: you can always minor in Psychology and try to get a job in a psych ward or something.
Good luck.

Answer 8

RN'swith a bachelor's degree start out at about $40-$45 thousand dollars. People with only a bachelor's degree in psychology are a dime a dozen, looking for employment as research assistants, which if you are lucky will net you $25,000.You decide.

Answer 9

You need at least a bachelors in everything do to anything. To be a psychologist you need a PhD. Nursing is rewarding because you help people. The schooling is less tha Psychology too. Follow your heart regardless of money or time.

Answer 10

How about joining the Army Reserves to be a Nurse. They need them. Then your civilian job can be the Psychology thing.