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Fields and Occupations of Psychology

Question 8 • CA-Psychology A

What are the requirements for a doctoral degree in psychology, and what career opportunities are available to students with this degree?

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Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: The requirements for a doctoral degree in psychology include five to seven years of graduate study, a comprehensive exam, and a dissertation and/or clinical work. Psychologists with a doctoral degree have a vast array of occupations from which to choose, but it depends on the subfield they have chosen to study. Nevertheless, they can work in teaching or research positions, have their own practice, or provide clinical and counseling services in universities, health care, and government. Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: The requirements for a doctoral degree in psychology include five to seven years of graduate study, a comprehensive exam, a dissertation and/or clinical work. Psychologists with a doctoral degree have a vast array of occupations from which to choose, but it depends on the subfield they have chosen to study. Nevertheless, they can work in teaching or research positions, have their own practice, or provide clinical and counseling services in universities, health care, and government.

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