Earning Your Ph.D. in Psychology
The pinnacle of higher education. The thing that makes it all worthwhile. That little piece of paper that proves you did it — your...
Classes to Take in College to Become a Psychologist
Your preparation to become a psychologist really begins in college. This is when you have the option to select majors that can prepare you...
Early Higher Education Budgeting
When you have kids you start to ask yourself questions about how to best prepare them for the future. Should you save for them?...
Mastering Test Anxiety
The Test
You have studied for your psychology course final for hours. You are confident that you have a solid grasp of the material and...
Five Tricks for Studying for a Psychology Test
When you first embark on the path of studying psychology, it’s easy to be seduced by the myriad fascinating theories and colorful characters who...
Psychology Career Outlook
Do you want to make a difference in someone’s life at the same time as enjoying a well paying and fast-growing field? If so,...
Is Distance Learning Right for You?
Distance learning has revolutionized academia, and the field of psychology is no exception. Psychologists are increasingly seeking their degrees online. This can be a...
Areas of Practice in Psychology
Clinical and Counseling Psychology
Probably the most well-known psychologists are clinical and counseling psychologists. Clinical psychologists tend to work with individuals with more severe mental...
Requirements to Become a Licensed Psychologist
The specific licensure requirements differ from state to state. There are three components required:
(1) Education - consisting of a doctorate in psychology. States may...
Choosing a Psychology Graduate Program
Pursuing a Masters or Doctoral degree in psychology involves a large investment of both time and money. Perhaps this is the way it should...