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Would you be more likely to choose a life coach whose education was a M.A. in Counseling or a M.B.A.?

Question by Kristy H: Would you be more likely to choose a life coach whose education was a M.A. in Counseling or a M.B.A.? I’m trying to determine if people would use my service as a Life Coach / Career coach. I have just completed my M.A. in Counseling (with 6 months of Career Counseling [...]

Q&A: Can I get into a Counseling or Social Work Masters program with an unrelated BA degree?

Question by Bud: Can I get into a Counseling or Social Work Masters program with an unrelated BA degree? I have a BA in English Literature and currently work writing marketing communications but would like to switch careers. I’d like to become a counselor or therapist, and was wondering if I could get into a [...]

Q&A: Psychology major…. Minor in Spanish or Counseling?

Question by Sarah Bear: Psychology major…. Minor in Spanish or Counseling? Counseling Pros: Directly supports major Very interesting Not difficult to learn or remember, not much “upkeep” necessary Teaches good communication skills, may be helpful outside of career

Counseling Cons: Not very applicable to careers outside of pyschology or education Not very broad Limited classes [...]

Why is a MSW so much better than a masters in counseling?

Question by amcfan2010: Why is a MSW so much better than a masters in counseling? By the way im getting my B.A in psychology. Is that the ideal degree for this career path? I thought so, but some people say its not a good degree to get, but I dont see why not?

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Q&A: Psychology major…. Spanish or Counseling minor?

Question by Sarah Bear: Psychology major…. Spanish or Counseling minor? Counseling Pros: Directly supports major Very interesting Not difficult to learn or remember, not much “upkeep” necessary Teaches good communication skills, may be helpful outside of career

Counseling Cons: Not very applicable to careers outside of pyschology or education Not very broad Limited classes Fairly [...]

Q&A: Should I become a counseling psychologist?

Question by Haily457: Should I become a counseling psychologist? I have recently decided that I want to be a counseling psychologist but I don’t feel 100% sure about it. I know that it is a long path to get there and takes lots of time and effort so I want to make sure that is [...]

Q&A: What questions are asked in a graduate counseling psychology program interview?

Question by Nics: What questions are asked in a graduate counseling psychology program interview? I have a graduate school interview in some days. I know of the common and generic questions such as why I chose this career, my strengths and weaknesses etc. But, do they ask questions specific to the field of psychology? If [...]

I want to get into a career that uses animals as therapy for counseling, perhaps grief counseling, any ideas?

Question by ruggerchick1988: I want to get into a career that uses animals as therapy for counseling, perhaps grief counseling, any ideas? I am an undergraduate student in Psychology [Senior year now]. I was looking at going to get my masters at the University of Montevallo in Alabama in marriage/family counseling. I wanted to know [...]

Q&A: I am changing careers and would like to know if anyone knows anything about counseling for prisons?

Question by M: I am changing careers and would like to know if anyone knows anything about counseling for prisons? I have to change careers, even though I have a Masters Degree in Urban and Regional Planning. I am frustrated by this event. But I am interested to know what it would be like to [...]

what kind of job market is there for addiction counseling?

Question by lacey: what kind of job market is there for addiction counseling? im thinking about going back to school for addiction counseling. i am not sure what kind of job market there is for that career, and what qualifications are needed (aa, bachelors) to get ahead in the industry. if you have any idea, [...]

Q&A: What are some careers in psychology other than counseling?

Question by Jane: What are some careers in psychology other than counseling? I want to study psychology and get at least my masters… what can I do with that? (that pays decently)

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Answer by TofusYou need to practice first, and this could take years before you can be recongnised, then you can start [...]

What do most counseling psychologists end up doing?

Question by John Helsby: What do most counseling psychologists end up doing? Like I know clinical is more with serious diagnosis but all the answers I get about what counseling psychologist would do makes it seem like they would end up as a career counselor making only 40k a year. I just want a job [...]

Alternative careers for a MA in School Counseling?

Question by kiki: Alternative careers for a MA in School Counseling? I am interested in pursuing a MA in School Counseling, but I am aware that the job market for school counselors is pretty dismal right now. What are some other careers that someone with a MA in School Counseling would be qualified for?

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Criminal Counseling as a Career?

Question by PureZephyr: Criminal Counseling as a Career? I wanna go into counseling/social work, Specifically i wanna work with criminals.

It seems nobody sees them as human beings that just need help. No one is born evil, no one gets up in the morning as wants to hurt people without a reason.

I Really want [...]

what is a better career choice: clinical psychologist, counseling psychologist, or forensic psychologist.?

Question by Erika: what is a better career choice: clinical psychologist, counseling psychologist, or forensic psychologist.?

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Answer by dAll of them has their pros and cons. It just depends on what kind of population you want to work in.. The good thing is that if you get your psych license you can pretty [...]

Career Advice and counseling for a 40 something?

Question by superprohero: Career Advice and counseling for a 40 something? I’ve looked and looked for preferably a free message board where I can spill my guts in detail about my financials and situation in order to get the best advice and opinions about making a career change. I am considering at age 44 of [...]

Which career to choose M.S in Counseling or M.S in Psychology?

Question by tjudith84: Which career to choose M.S in Counseling or M.S in Psychology? I m an in home Counselor, graduated with a B.S in Psychology. I m about to take classes online to continue my studies, but I want to know which of these career paths pay more. If I choose Counseling which concentration [...]

Q&A: need help in career counseling!?

Question by meme daren: need help in career counseling!? i am a high school student and i am still confused about choosing between MBBS and BBA. after completing my bachelors i’ll move to USA. so which of these two has more scope there?

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Answer by tigriAre you planning to move on your own [...]

Counseling Psychology? A good career path compared to Clinical?

Question by Candice l: Counseling Psychology? A good career path compared to Clinical? I enjoy counselling psych a lot more than diagnosing disorders with clinical. Is counselling psych less prestigious or does it pay less. Also I would consider psychiatry but I feel the same way and want to actually deal with the problems rather [...]

Q&A: Do I have the wrong image of a counseling career.?

Question by Tom L: Do I have the wrong image of a counseling career.? I have taken appitiude tests and scored high in human resources and counseling-type careers. I had some dysfunction in my family while growing up (siblings who eventually became alcoholics), but never had to deal with it directly. I have also heard [...]