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Psychology

When exploring possible academic majors, begin by investigating the specific programs at Purchase College.  Discover more about the B.A. in Psychology, and find out about program requirements, courses and the program faculty

Want to find out more about a major?  Talk to department heads and professors to have your questions answered and to get the inside track on being a Psychology major at Purchase College.

Career Possibilities

The following is a list of some career possibilities that students in this major might find rewarding. Remember, that your major does not necessarily determine your career. Graduates use their academic majors in a variety of professional fields. The options below can be used as a starting point to explore potential career paths, however, you may also want to investigate more using recommended resources to gain a more comprehensive list of careers. Keep in mind that additional education, training, and experiential education beyond your major may be needed to pursue these possibilities. 

Acquired Skills

  • Strong reading comprehension, writing and speaking skills
  • Ability to observe and analyze introspectively
  • Sensitivity to & understanding the needs and emotions of others
  • Evaluates and solves problems
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Ability to interact with people of varying ages & backgrounds
  • Handles stressful situations
  • Critical thinking
  • Listening
  • Insight to deal effectively with people
  • Research

Career Titles

  • Admissions Advisor
  • Advertising Assistant
  • Art Therapist
  • Career Counselor
  • Case Manager
  • Caseworker
  • Clergy
  • Clinical Psychologist
  • College Student Affairs Professional
  • Customer Service Rep.
  • Dance Therapist
  • Dean of Student Affairs
  • Director of Volunteer Services
  • Drama Therapist
  • Drug Rehab Counselor
  • Education Specialist
  • Family Counselor
  • Guidance Counselor
  • Human Resources Assistant
  • Human Resources Generalist
  • Job Coach
  • Journalist
  • Juvenile Case Worker
  • Lawyer
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Marriage Therapist
  • Media Buyer
  • Music Therapist
  • Professor
  • Program Assistant
  • Psychiatrist
  • Public Relations Specialist
  • Recruiter
  • Rehabilitation Counselor
  • Research Associate
  • Social Worker
  • Special Education Teacher
  • Teacher
  • Trainer
  • Training/Development Manager
  • Vocational Counselor
  • Women’s Advocate
  • Youth Ministry Coordinator

Types of Organizations that Hire

  • Educational Institutions
  • Hospitals
  • Health Care Facilities
  • Government Agencies
  • Volunteer Organizations
  • Social Services Agencies
  • Nonprofit Agencies
  • Religious Institutions
  • Retirement Communities
  • Youth Programs
  • Counseling Centers
  • Private Corporations

Career Information and Professional Association Links

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