By Lisa Corbin, PhD, LPC, NCC
Here we are with graduation upon us and you’re about to earn your bachelor’s degree in psychology. Now what? Endure more schooling? Find a job? Take a gap year?
The bachelor's degree in psychology provides you with a broad foundation of knowledge related to the mind, behavior, and how the two interact. Many psychology graduates are qualified to work at a research facility, in mental health settings, or in other human service professions. However, data provided by the American Psychological Association indicates approximately 44% of psychology bachelor's degree holders go on to obtain a master’s or doctoral degree.
According to the APA's Center for Workforce Studies, approximately 14% of psychology graduates go on to earn graduate degrees in psychology and 30% earn graduate degrees in other human service fields. For those interested in pursuing graduate studies in psychology, one of the most cost-effective and time-efficient options is to obtain a master’s degree in mental health counseling. This degree leads to licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
There are many reasons to pursue a master’s degree in mental health counseling including:
When choosing a mental health counseling master’s degree program, be sure to select a graduate program that you feel connected to, shares similar values through their mission statement, and where you believe you will learn the most.
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