American Psychological Association
The following links direct you to resources provided by the APA.
- Careers in Psychology (basic) | APAAn introduction to working in the field of psychology. Includes an overview of psychology, subfields, job outlooks, what types of work psychologists do, and where psychologists work.
- Your career: Psychology can take you great places | APAEven more information about what you can do with degree(s) in psychology.
- Career Development | APAIncludes tips about writing resumes, cover letters, and CVs with some examples, as well as information about and links to grant funding resources.
- Center for Workforce Studies | APAProvides access to career-related articles from the "Monitor on Psychology" magazine, as well as reports and fact sheets on salaries, services, and more. The CWS data tool provides analysis of demographics, career stages, areas of specialty, and more.
- What do psychotherapists do? | APAA brief explanation about what practicing psychologists do, how they help, how they are trained, and where they work.
- Professional Practice Guidelines | APAAccess to official APA guidelines for practitioners, clinical practice, policy, and quality improvement.
- Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct | APAAccess to all 10 sections of the Principles and Code. All psychologists should be familiar with these.
American Counseling Association
The following links direct you to resources provided by the ACA. The information here is mostly relevant for those who want to become counselors.
- Choosing a Career in CounselingDescribes the counseling profession, common areas of study, information about accrediting bodies and licensing/certification, and more.
- Job Hunting Tips & ResourcesIncludes basic tips and advice on beginning your counseling career.
- 20/20: A Vision for the Future of Counseling: The New Consensus Definition of Counseling (trend report)Access to the 2013 report that outlines and describes a consensus definition of counseling.
National Board for Certified Counselors
For those going into counseling careers, the link below from the NBCC will be informative.
- Resources for the PublicOn this page, click where it says 'Learn More' under the "Licensure and Certification" section. A window will pop up briefly explaining the differences between board certification and state licenses required to practice.
American Psychiatric Association
There are big differences between psychology and psychiatry. The following link from the "other" APA tells you more about a career in psychiatry. FUN FACT: The American Psychiatric Association publishes the DSM which many of you will become familiar with in your psychology education and training.
- Choosing a Career in PsychiatryProvides discussion on how to become a psychiatrist, where they work, and more. I included this link to help you understand the difference between psychiatry and psychology careers.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The following link directs you to the official online version of the Occupational Outlook Handbook entry for psychologists.
- Psychologists: Occupational Outlook HandbookFrom the U.S. Department of Labor, this resource provides facts, statistics, and details about what psychologists do, where they work, what's required to become a psychologist, salary, job outlook, and more.
Occupational Information Network
The following link directs you to a list of entries for psychology and related occupations with information about what is expected and required for each.
- Psychology: O*NET OnlineEntries of occupations include brief definitions; common job tasks; required education, skills, knowledge, abilities; and more.
Reputable job sites
Here's a few links to some job sites that post employment positions in psychology. As you think about your future careers, you might benefit from looking at real job ads and evaluating what employers are looking for.
- APA psycCareersOfficial job site of the American Psychological Association.
- ACA Career CentralOfficial job site of the American Counseling Association.
- APS JobsOfficial job site of the Association for Psychological Science.
- Psychology: HigherEdJobsPopular job site focused on employment at colleges and universities.
Print books at Young Library
Your Undergraduate Degree in Psychology: From College to Career by Call Number: BF76 .H488 (3rd floor)ISBN: 1412999316Publication Date: 2013
The Insider's Guide to the Psychology Major: Everything You Need to Know about the Degree and Profession by Call Number: BF80.7.U6 W44ISBN: 1433808153Publication Date: 2010
Majoring in Psychology: Achieving your Educational and Career Goals by Call Number: BF76 .H45 (3rd floor)ISBN: 1405190639Publication Date: 2010
What to Do with Your Psychology Degree: The Essential Career Guide for Psychology Graduates by Call Number: BF76 .D37 (3rd floor)ISBN: 0335222226Publication Date: 2008
The Psychology Major: Career Options and Strategies for Success by Call Number: BF76 .L36 (3rd floor)ISBN: 0131987518Publication Date: 2006
The Portable Mentor: Expert Guide to a Successful Career in Psychology by Call Number: BF76 .P67 (3rd floor)ISBN: 0306474573Publication Date: 2003
Majoring in Psych? Career Options for Psychology Undergraduates by Call Number: BF76 .M67 (3rd floor)ISBN: 0205326439Publication Date: 2001
E-books
A Student's Guide to Studying Psychology by Call Number: Online onlyISBN: 0203015827Publication Date: 2005
What Can You Do with a Major in Psychology: Real People, Real Jobs, Real Rewards by Call Number: Online onlyISBN: 076459639XPublication Date: 2005
