Skills and Abilities - What are the skills and abilities needed for careers in Psychology

Potential Career Paths - a list of possible career path and links to potential employers

For More Information - Additional links for information about careers as well as books available in the Career Services Library

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• Analytical and critical thinking and writing
• Knowledge of behavior relationships, how attitudes are formed/changed
• Understanding human development and behavior and causes of
• Counseling (listening and communication skills)
• Observing and modifying behavior
• Using empathy
• Motivating others
• Identifying individuals' needs and differences
• Developing and researching ideas
• Organizing and analyzing data
• Presenting research results and conclusions
• Explaining ideas
• Defining problems
• Evaluating theory and evidence
• Developing new solutions for recurring problems
  
  

• University at Albany Department of Psychology
• American Psychological Association
• American Counseling Association
• Psi Chi: The National Honor Society in Psychology
• Psi Chi's "Job Skills Valued By Employers Who Interview Psychology Majors"
• Psi Chi's "How Do I Maximize My Chances of Getting a Good Job With an Undergraduate Psychology Degree?"
• Psi Chi's "What Can You Do With a BA in Psychology?"
• Socialservice.com - "The place to find: Social Work Jobs, Social Service Jobs, Mental Health Jobs, Counseling Jobs, Psychology Jobs, Non-Profit Jobs, Case Management Jobs & More"
• CDC Library Resources:
  • Career Paths in Psychology: Where your degree can take you
  • Careers in Mental Health: A guide to helping occupations
  • Great Jobs for Psychology Majors
  • Is Psychology the Major For You? Planning for your undergraduate years
  • Opportunities in Counseling and Development Careers
  • Opportunities in Psychology Careers
  • Graduate Study in Psychology 2000