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QuizMultiple Choice

Fields and Occupations of Psychology

Question 15 • LHS-Psychology (1 cr.)

The requirements for a master’s degree in psychology generally include __________.

Answer
A
four years of undergraduate work in a subfield, a dissertation, and clinical work
B
three years of undergraduate work, a thesis on a subfield, and counseling experience
C
five to seven years of graduate work and comprehensive exams over a specific subfield
D
two years of graduate study in a subfield, practicum experience, and a thesis

Explanation

A master’s degree in psychology generally takes about two years of graduate study focused on an area of psychology. Programs commonly include supervised practicum experience and require a thesis. Choice D matches these typical requirements; the longer graduate program and comprehensive exams in choice C are more characteristic of doctoral study.

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