), there’s a degree option out there that will help you reach your goals.
Psychology degree options include those at the undergraduate andgraduate levels.
At a Glance
Should you get a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate?
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How do you decide whether to get a PhD or PsyD?
Not every school offers an associate program in psychology.
Community colleges are a great place to look if you are interested in an associate psychology degree option.
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So, what can you do with an associate degree in psychology?
What’s the difference between a BA and BS?
What can you do with this bang out of psychology degree?
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There is often a much wider range of job opportunities for those with a graduate psychology degree.
The PhD degree tends to take a more research-oriented approach but does include both theoretical and applied training.
How long does it take to get a PhD?
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PsyD programs tend to be more focused on the professional practice of psychology.
In most cases, the PsyD degree takes approximately four to seven years to complete.
Takeaways
There’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all approach to a psychology education and career.
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Bureau of Labor Statistics.Field of degree: Psychology.
American Psychological Association.By the numbers: How do undergraduate psychology majors fare?
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Bureau of Labor Statistics.How to become a psychologist.
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