Are you interested in a psychology career but concerned about how much money you’ll make?
Psychology can be a rewarding career.
Some people do traditional “talk therapy,” while others work in applied or research fields.
Probation and Community Control Officers supervise and counsel convicted criminals.DAJ/Getty Images
Some pay very well; others do not.
People who choose these jobs do so because they love their work.
After all, money isn’t everything!
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Applicants are required to undergo a background check, and many states require additional training.
Your state may also require certification in chemical dependency or a related area.
Substance abuse counselors often work one-on-one with clients who have analcoholorsubstance use disorder.
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They may also providefamily therapyor group counseling.
These professionals often work in chemical dependency programs run by hospitals, private clinics, and other agencies.
Psychiatric Technician
Median Annual Salary: $37,330
The specific training requirements for psychiatric technicians vary.
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Some job descriptions require applicants to have a minimum of a high school diploma.
Psychiatric technicianswork with patients who are experiencing psychological disturbances.
They often work in clinical controls under the supervision of a licensed mental health professional.
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Social service assistants work with people who need additional help and support.
This might include individuals with developmental delays, the elderly, children, and families.
Some positions require a high school diploma, while others require certification in early childhood education.
Childcare workers attend to children in daycare and preschool configs.
Those fields pay more because the costs and training needed to qualify for those professions are much higher.
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U.S. Department of Labor Statistics.Probation officers and correctional treatment specialists.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.Substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors.Occupational Outlook Handbook.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.Psychiatric technicians and aides.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.Social and human service assistants.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.Childcare workers.
