Careers in Psychology: Opportunities in a Changing World / Edition 5

by Tara L. Kuther, Robert D. Morgan

Overview

Careers in Psychology, Fifth Edition helps students navigate and plan for their futures by offering exposure to the rich careers in each subfield of psychology and prompting students to consider the what, why and how of each option. In doing so, the text supports students as they determine whether a major and career in psychology is for them. Offering salary and career information, advice on getting a job after graduation, and information on applying to graduate school in psychology Tara L. Kuther and Robert D. Morgan support students in making an educated decision about their futures and career options.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781544359731
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	09/03/2019
Edition description:	Fifth Edition
Pages:	328
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Tara L. Kuther is a professor of psychology at Western Connecticut State University where she has taught courses in child, adolescent, and adult development since 1996. She earned her BA in psychology from Western Connecticut State University and her MA and Ph D in developmental psychology from Fordham University. Dr. Kuther is fellow of the Society for the Teaching of Psychology (American Psychological Association, Division 2), has served in various capacities in the Society for the Teaching of Psychology and the Society for Research on Adolescence, and is the former chair of the Teaching Committee for the Society for Research in Child Development. Her research interests include social cognition and risky activity in adolescence and adulthood. She is also interested in promoting undergraduate and graduate students’ professional development and helping them navigate the challenges of pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees in psychology.

Robert Morgan is the John G. Skelton, Jr. Regents Endowed Professor in Psychology at Texas Tech University. In addition to numerous contributions to the journal literature, he is most recently the co-author of Stepping Up, Stepping Out: A Mental Health Treatment Program for Inmates in Restrictive Housing?.

Table of Contents

Preface
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
PART I • MAKING DECISIONS ABOUT PSYCHOLOGY
Chapter 1 • Choosing a Major
What Is Psychology?
Careers in Psychology With Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral Degrees
Why Major in Psychology?
Understand Yourself and Choose a Major via Self-Assessment
How to Choose a Major
Is a Psychology Major for You?
Suggested Reading
Resources
Chapter 2 • Majoring in Psychology and Preparing for Your Career
Psychological Literacy and Your Career
Psychology Curricula
Research Experience in Psychology
Internship Experiences for Psychology Students
Round Out Your Education
Suggested Reading
Resources
PART II • PRACTICE-ORIENTED FIELDS IN PSYCHOLOGY
Chapter 3 • Clinical and Counseling Psychology
Clinical Psychology
Counseling Psychology
Other Mental Health Professions
Opportunities With a Bachelor’s Degree
Opportunities With a Graduate Degree
Suggested Reading
Resources
Chapter 4 • School Psychology
School Psychology
Opportunities With a Bachelor’s Degree
Opportunities With a Graduate Degree
Suggested Reading
Resources
Chapter 5 • Legal and Forensic Psychology
Legal and Forensic Psychology
Opportunities With a Bachelor’s Degree
Opportunities With a Graduate Degree
Suggested Reading
Resources
Chapter 6 • Health Psychology
Health Psychology
Opportunities With a Bachelor’s Degree
Opportunities With a Graduate Degree
Suggested Reading
Resources
Chapter 7 • Sport Psychology
Sport Psychology
Opportunities With a Bachelor’s Degree
Career as a Sport Psychologist
Suggested Reading
Resources
PART III • RESEARCH AND APPLIED RESEARCH FIELDS IN PSYCHOLOGY
Chapter 8 • Biopsychology, Cognitive Neuropsychology, and Clinical Neuropsychology
Biopsychology, Cognitive Neuropsychology, and Clinical Neuropsychology
Opportunities With a Bachelor’s Degree
Opportunities With a Graduate Degree
Suggested Reading
Resources
Chapter 9 • Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, and Human Factors Psychology
Industrial-Organizational Psychology
Cognitive Psychology
Human Factors Psychology
Opportunities With a Bachelor’s Degree
Opportunities With a Graduate Degree
Suggested Reading
Resources
Chapter 10 • Experimental and Quantitative Psychology
Experimental Psychology
Quantitative Psychology
Opportunities With a Bachelor’s Degree
Opportunities With a Graduate Degree
Suggested Reading
Resources
Chapter 11 • Social and Consumer Psychology
Social Psychology
Consumer Psychology
Opportunities With a Bachelor’s Degree
Opportunities With a Graduate Degree
Suggested Reading
Resources
Chapter 12 • Developmental Psychology
Developmental Psychology
Opportunities With a Bachelor’s Degree
Opportunities With a Graduate Degree
Suggested Reading
Resources
PART IV • PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE
Chapter 13 • Getting a Job With Your Bachelor’s Degree
What Do Employers Seek?
Social Media and Your Job Hunt
Locate Job Openings
Prepare a Résumé
Solicit References
Write a Cover Letter
Ace the Interview
The Job Offer
Suggested Reading
Resources
Chapter 14 • Graduate-Level Careers in Psychology
Psychologists as Professors
Psychologists as Researchers
Publishing and Writing
Suggested Reading
Resources
Chapter 15 • Getting Into Graduate School in Psychology
Is Graduate School Right for You?
Plan Ahead for Graduate School
Degrees in Psychology: MA, Ph D, and Psy D
Selecting Graduate Programs
The Application
Interview
Suggested Reading
Resources
References
Index

Editorial Reviews

I have used this text book since 2017. I find it informative, easy-to-read, and filled with valuable information about career opportunities within the field of psychology. Highly recommend!

Pre-Revision Review - Krista Nelson

This textbook continues to get great reviews from my students in the Psychology as a Profession course as it addresses realistic questions that students have about this field and what they can do in the future.

Pre-Revision Review - Brittany Blackwell Broussard

This text provides up to date information at a level appropriate to undergraduate students with an interest in psychology. In their reading, the number one response I get from students is that they had no idea how broad the options in psychology are. They greatly appreciate the practical information on pay, work environment, education as it helps dispel myths and provides guidance for future decision-making. Since many students come to the material having heard that they can "do nothing" with a bachelor's degree in psychology, it is extremely helpful for them to see that this stereotype is false. My students appreciate the straightforward presentation of information and the practical suggestions in each chapter as they work through their undergraduate careers. I have had many students over the years switch or retool their specific areas of interest in psychology after reading this text.

Pre-Revision Review - Tamara Daily

Kuther and Morgan provide a brief, yet comprehensive, overview of the career planning process both for students who plan to apply to graduate programs in psychology and those planning to seek employment after completing their bachelor's degree in psychology.

Pre-Revision Review - Kim Stark