PSYC 281 — Careers in Psychology
This course focuses on career planning and development issues for psychology majors. Using a combination of lecture, readings, interviews, guided small group activities and exercises, students will be exposed to information designed to assist in preparation for and pursuit of a career in psychology or a related field. Topics will include an overview of the undergraduate major in psychology, transferable skills that are mastered in psychology courses and how to market these skills, career options in psychology and related fields, preparation for employment with different degrees, and preparing for and succeeding in graduate school. This course will help students make informed decisions about their degree and career goals.