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Preparing for a Private Counseling Practice

Preparing for a Private Counseling Practice
In 2013 the American Psychological Association (APA) reported that 31.5% of members who were employed full-time were owners of independent private practices. What the report failed to mention is that not a single APA accredited program included courses on how to open a private practice. By way of analogy, they dress you up for the…
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Continuing Education for Social Workers

Continuing Education for Social Workers
In the United States, almost every professional career requires some form of continuing education (CE), and social work is no exception. Continuing Education for social workers consists of events and classes which insure that practitioners are kept up to date with recent developments, are able to explore new topics in which they may be interested,…
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The Importance of Accreditation When Choosing an Online MSW Program

The Importance of Accreditation When Choosing an Online MSW Program
Making the decision to enroll in a Master’s degree program in Social Work (MSW) and become a social worker is one of the most exciting and important decisions someone can make. Choosing the right college, however, will determine whether the time, money and effort you invest will provide you with the credentials necessary to get…
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Choosing a Master’s Degree Program in Psychology

Choosing a Master’s Degree Program in Psychology
Psychology graduates with an interest in applying to higher-paying jobs, managing a social services program, assuming an administrative role, or conducting research in the future often pursue a master's degree in psychology. Since psychologists need an advanced degree to practice, choosing a master's degree program is also the first step towards eventually treating their own…
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What Careers are Available for Social Workers?

What Careers are Available for Social Workers?
If you are a person who has a natural inclination towards public service, helping people, and making a difference in the community, a career in social work would be an option well worth considering. In order to effectively enter the world of social work, there are a couple of points that bear remembering: Make sure…
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Undergraduate vs. Graduate Counseling Degrees

Undergraduate vs. Graduate Counseling Degrees
Determining whether or not to pursue an associate, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in counseling boils down to one question:  What job do you want to have? The question is not how much money you will need for school or how much time the degree will take, because money is available for those who are…
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A Master’s Degree in Psychology: It’s Your Time to Shine

A Master’s Degree in Psychology: It’s Your Time to Shine
In a world which seemingly thrives on media messages of doom and gloom, there is one important truth graduate students in the field of psychology need to keep in mind:  The future is as bright as the light you choose to cast upon it. Possibly the most important, immediate use of your recently acquired knowledge…
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Employment Outlook & Career Guidance for Gerontologists

Employment Outlook & Career Guidance for Gerontologists
With the death of loved ones, retirement, disease, age-related disorders, and escalating physical limitations, getting older creates unique psychological issues for senior adults. Geropsychologists are clinical psychologists who help older patients and clients by addressing issues of depression and anxiety; helping individuals cope with major life changes; and assisting the elderly in reclaiming and leading…
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Employment Outlook & Career Guidance for Military Psychologists

Employment Outlook & Career Guidance for Military Psychologists
Military psychology is its own subcategory, but the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects that on average, there will be 14,100 psychologists job openings every year through 2031. These professionals provide assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for military members and families, but they may also perform studies, research, consultations, and more in a military setting. As…
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