Psychology (English)

Most students with a bachelor’s degree in psychology go on to work in the human services or social services field. Some typical jobs in this field include: career counselor, psychiatric technician, rehabilitation specialist, and case manager. These jobs require the skills that a bachelor’s degree in psychology provides, such as the ability to assess a client’s needs, keep accurate and organized records, demonstrate empathy and compassion, and work in the client’s best interests. A bachelor’s degree in psychology provides training in a range of skills that can be applied to many professions and disciplines. When looking for a job, it’s helpful to make a list of these skills that potential employers find attractive. For example, you’ve probably done a fair amount of academic writing and research during your education. This skill makes you a good candidate for many positions, such as business manager, library assistant, probation officer, and many others. Review your strengths and consider how they could be valuable in a variety of careers.

As a psychology graduate, you could work in a variety of positions in the public and private sectors and in universities, depending on your level of expertise. Non-governmental organizations (NGOs), research centers, advertising and public relations field, educational units and research and development departments of various institutions, psychological counseling centers, kindergartens, prisons, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers and psychotechnical evaluation centers offer many career opportunities suitable for your strengths and interests.