Social Psychology According to psychologist Gordon Allport social psychology is a discipline that uses scientific methods to understand and explain how the thought feeling and behavior of individuals are influenced by the actual imagined or implied presence of other human beings 1985 ID: 651981
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Subfields of Psychology
Presented by the Psych SocietySlide2
Social Psychology
According to psychologist Gordon
Allport
, social psychology is a discipline that uses scientific methods "to understand and explain how the thought, feeling and behavior of individuals are influenced by the actual, imagined or implied presence of other human beings" (1985).Therefore, social psychologists deal with the factors that lead us to behave in a given way in the presence of others. They look at the conditions under which certain behavior, actions, and feelings occur.Slide3
Career Paths in Social Psychology
Human behavior expertise leads to Career opportunities in virtually every type of employment setting
educational institutions, non profit organizations, corporations, government, and hospitals.
Some specific examples:Professor and/ or Researcher Marketing directorManagerConsultantSlide4
Degree Needed for Social Psychology
Most social psychologists pursue a PhD
usually needed to become a professor at a college or university
There are Masters programs in social PsychologyAcceptance of degree depend on employer/ specific jobLess common then PhD routeSlide5
Developmental Psychology
What is it?
Developmental psychologists mainly focuses on the process of developmental growth throughout a person’s lifespan
- Early childhood development - Intellectual development - Cognitive development - AgingUsually developmental psychologists focus on specific age groups (infancy, adolescence, elderly)Slide6
Career Paths in Developmental Psychology
Where?
Primarily in schools, learning centers, children’s homes, and retirement homes
Universities - May be asked to teach or conduct researchSalary ProspectsIn 2010, the median salary was $86,510Depending on the location of where they work, their salaries varySlide7
Degree Options for Developmental Psychologists
Master’s programs
Doctoral programs
- PhD or PsyD If you want to go toward counseling patients with developmental disorders then it is best to get a PsyD *If you want to conduct research then it is best to get a PhDSlide8
Clinical Psychology
APA: “Clinical psychologists assess, diagnose, predict, prevent and treat psychopathology, mental disorders and other individual or group problems to improve behavior adjustment, adaptation, personal effectiveness and satisfaction.”
While
all clinical psychologists are interested in mental health, there are actually a wide variety of sub-specialties within this field.Child and/or Adult Mental Health Learning Disabilities Emotional Disturbances Substance AbuseSlide9
Career Paths in Clinical Psychology
Clinical Psychologists often work in hospitals, private practice or, academic settings. Other settings include performing research, teaching university-level courses and offering consultation services.
Specific
Examples include: -Assessment and diagnosis of psychological disorders -Treatment of psychological disorders -Consultations and therapy -Conducting research -Creating and administering programs to treat and prevent social problemsSlide10
Degree Options for Clinical Psychology
Master’s Degree
can be suitable training for many industrial positions and for clinical or counseling positions but,
career opportunities are more limited.Ph.D Emphasizes the role of research and scienceEducate students about issues related to mental health and treatmentPsy.D train to be clinicians able to work in a wide range of clinical settings
Focuses on clinical and practitioner work
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Counseling Psychology
Counseling psychology is a field specializing in treating mental illness and psychotherapy
Counseling psychologists offer similar services as clinical psychologists but treat traditionally less severe mental/emotional problems
It is more general as counselors help individuals solve problems related to a number of issues and adjust to life’s everyday challengesThey emphasize the individual’s strengths, cognitive elements, and personality difficulties, through service that is available throughout the life spanSlide12
Career Paths in Counseling Psychology
Counseling psychology is found in numerous career settings such as, educational/school, government agencies, private businesses, and mental health clinics
Specific examples include:
School/academic counselorsCareer counselorsMental health counselorsResearchers & ProfessorsMarriage & Family counselorsSubstance abuse counselorsSlide13
Degree Options for
C
ounseling Psychology
There are many Master’s programs available for counseling psychologyLess research focused and more applied focusedTakes 2-3 yearsThis degree allows graduates to gain limited licensure to practice A Ph.D or Psy.D is required in order to be a licensed “counseling psychologist”More research focused
Takes 4-8 years
Allows private practice
Licensing requirements vary by stateSlide14
Forensic PsychologySlide15
APA Definition:
“ application of clinical specialties to the legal arena”
Broader Definition:
Applying research and experimentation in other fields of psychology to the legal systemSlide16
What does a forensic psychologist do?Slide17
RoutesPh.D
- Must have Doctorate’s degree to become a licensed Forensic Psychologist.
Dual degree in Psychology and Law
- Adds competitiveness Master’s Programs - May not be the best route due to the amount of people with Ph.D’s competing in the field.Slide18
Career Options Steady job growth has been seen over the last 20 yearsAnticipated growth in the field of Forensic Psychology.
Growth is predicted to be seen in areas such as:
- research work - clinical practice in forensic psychology - working with an attorney and courts*Slide19
Tips for pursuing Forensic PsychologyInternshipsClasses ResearchSlide20
NeuropsychologySlide21
What is Neuropsychology?Neuropsychology is the study of brain-behavior relationshipsVarious career pathsCommonly mistaken careersTraining
Future of the fieldSlide22
The Modern-Day SherlockThe relationship between brain-functioning and human behavior is enormously complexInvestigating the origins of behaviorWith understanding, comes applicability
Exciting opportunities and a rewarding careerSlide23
The JourneyGetting into the field of neuropsychology begins during undergradBuilding a strong interest in the Brain and its effects on Human FunctioningReceiving Specialized Training and Mastery of the scienceSlide24
The Career NeuropsychologistGraduate training in NeuropsychologyAssessment and Diagnosis of Brain DisordersEvaluation of Current FunctioningTreatment Planning
Remediation / Solutions to ChallengesSlide25
Many careers are available when Studying the BrainFrequent Overlap
Significant Difference
Neurology
PsychiatryNeuroscienceNeurosurgeonOthers..Slide26
Clinical NeuropsychologistsSpecialized Competencies of structure and the function of the CNSExtensive Training in Assessment, Evaluation, and InterventionTechniques
Employment Settings
SalarySlide27
Industrial/Organization PsychologyOverviewAPA: “Industrial and organizational (I/O) psychologists study and assess individual, group and organizational dynamics in the workplace. They apply that research to identify solutions to problems that improve the well-being and performance of organizations and their employees
.”
In Other Words…
Testing/AssessmentLeadership DevelopmentStaffing (H.R.)ManagementTeams/TeamworkWork-Life BalanceDiversitySlide28
I/O Psychology: The DataDegrees:48% Doctoral
47%
Master’s
5% Post-doctoralMedian Wages (2013)$80,330/yrProjected Growth (2012-2022)>22%Related OccupationsHR Managers / HR SpecialistsTraining & Development Managers / Training & Development SpecialistsMarket Research Analysts & Marketing SpecialistsSlide29
I/O Psychology: At UCFStaff:Dr.
Dipboye
Dr.
Fritzsche*Dr. SalasDr. Smith-Jentsch*Ph.D. Program4th in research productivity2nd at SIOPSlide30
Applied Experimental and Human Factors PsychologyOverviewAPA
:
“Human factors and engineering psychologists study how people interact with machines and technology. They use psychological science to guide the design of products, systems and devices we use every day. They often focus on performance and safety.”In Other Words…TrainingSimulationVirtual RealityHardware Design (architecture – product)Graphic DesignPerceptionSlide31
HF Psychology: The DataDegrees:71% Master’s
13% Bachelor’s
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% Post-Master’sMedian Wages (2013)$80,300/yrProjected Growth (2012-2022)3-7%Related OccupationsManufacturing (69%)Human Factors EngineerResearch AnalystsUI/UE DesignSlide32
HF Psychology: At UCFStaff:Dr. Bowers
Dr. Hancock
Dr.
JentschDr. Mouloua*Dr. SalasDr. SimsDr. SmitherDr. SzalmaSlide33
Further ResourcesAPA Careers in Psychology http
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www.apa.org/careers/resources/guides/careers.aspx
Online Psychology Career Center http://www.socialpsychology.org/career.htmUCF Undergraduate Advisinghttp://psychology.cos.ucf.edu/undergraduate/advising/Slide34
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