I know some people get PhDs and stuff, but I'm wondering about before that.
I'm planning to get a bachelors of science in psychology, but is there some kind of degree that only clinical psychologists pursue or one that I should be pursuing or considering for the future?
2007-10-29 20:29:18 · 5 answers · asked by vendetta4hire 3 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
If you want to be a clinical psychologist then you'll have to get that PhD. If you want to go into counseling then a master's degree should be sufficient. In either case you will have to take state exams that will license you to practice in your chosen field.
2007-10-29 20:33:08 · answer #1 · answered by Richard B 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You will want to pursue a masters program. A masters in psy, or a masters in social work, can both lead to a clinical field.
2007-10-30 04:26:51 · answer #2 · answered by JJ L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in order to practice clinical psychology you need to get at least a PhD. In today's APA community however you really need an MD in order further your career and make a higher income
2007-10-30 04:32:57 · answer #3 · answered by abesegal 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Masters, at the very least.
2007-10-30 03:31:30 · answer #4 · answered by MHnurseC 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
MSW (masters in social work)
2007-10-30 03:32:00 · answer #5 · answered by sophieb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋