Many people choose to major in psychology because it’s an interesting field, but some don’t know exactly what they want to do after graduation. The options for people with psychology degrees are expanding. Healthcare employment has more job security than many other fields. However, for those who are persistent, well-qualified and passionate, psychology careers are available.
Here are a few of the fastest growing positions found within the field of psychology.
A School Counselor
Those with child psychology coursework may enjoy working as a school counselor at a high school. Teens face many issues and problems that impact their mental and emotional health. A top-notch counselor can help teens make good choices that will lead to success, or learn how to overcome bad choices they’ve made in the past.
Forensic Psychologist
Because of the popularity of TV shows, movies and books that highlight forensic psychologists, this career option has soared. A forensic psychologist works within the courts on different issues such as child custody cases, allegations of child abuse, or even disputed insurance claims involving mental anguish. They work directly with lawyers and judges to explain the effects that the case has on the individuals involved. They ultimately give an inside look at what those involved in the case are experiencing on a personal level.
Industrial-Organizational Psychologist
An I-O psychologist works in companies that want to increase worker productivity. This psychologist will sit with employees and discuss motivation, things that may be preventing them from achieving their fullest work potential and other work-related issues. Often, they will discover connections between job performance and mental health issues. This type of psychologist is also adept at tracking which employees would be great for promotions and for training other employees.
