Psychology is the study of human and animal behavior. It attempts to explain normal and abnormal behavior, ability, perception, development, and differences. As applied to human beings, psychology also studies emotions, thoughts, and motives.
The following job titles are related to the field of psychology. Some may require study beyond the undergraduate level. This is not a complete list of possible careers for psychology graduates but simply provides some suggestions of potential career options. (Phifer, 1987)
Career Options for Psychology Majors
- Advertising Agent
- Career Counselor
- Community Organization Worker
- Consumer Affairs Advocate
- Criminology
- Educator
- Educational Administrator
- Employment Counselor
- Guidance Counselor
- Hospital Administrator
- Human Resources Administrator
- Human Services Worker
- Job Analyst
- Judge, Lawyer
- Market Research Analyst
- Member of Clergy
- Mental Health Worker
- Occupational Therapist
- Penologist
- Personnel Manager
- Police or Probation Officer
- Psychiatrist/Psychologist/Psychometrist
- Rehabilitation Counselor
- Researcher
- Residence Counselor
- Social Caseworker
- Special Education
- Speech Pathologist
- Therapist (Art, Dance, Music)
- Vocation/Rehabilitation Counselor