Are you fascinated with why people do what they do? Then if you’re considering psychology as a major, you might be on the right track.
What is psychology? For an excellent article that describes psychology, go to this American Psychological Association link to learn more: http://www.apa.org/topics/psychologycareer.html
It also discusses different types of jobs that psychologists hold, the job outlook, and more.
Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD?
For psychology majors, there are three main options—a Bachelor’s Degree, a Master’s Degree, and/or a PhD. What one wants to do in the field is largely dependent on the degree one has.
What can you do with a Bachelor’s Degree in psychology?
According to the BLS-Occupational Outlook Handbook, “Opportunities directly related to psychology will be limited for bachelor’s degree holders. Some may find jobs as assistants in rehabilitation centers or in other jobs involving data collection and analysis. Also, one may find employment in occupations, (i.e., human resources), that value the transferrable skills that psychology majors develop
Those who meet state certification requirements may become high school psychology teachers. However, if you decide on this option, you should be able to teach another subject as well, since not all high schools offer psychology.
What can you do with a Master’s Degree in psychology?
According to the BLS-Occupational Outlook Handbook, “Master’s degree holders in fields other than industrial-organizational psychology will face keen competition for jobs because of the limited number of positions that require just a master’s degree.”
Master’s Degree holders may find jobs as psychological assistants or counselors, providing mental health services under the direct supervision of a licensed psychologist (Note: in the state of Texas, one can set up an independent private practice if one is also a Licensed Professional Counselor).
Also, those who hold Master’s Degrees can often teach in community colleges, although the competition for those jobs is keen. Still others may find jobs involving research and data collection and analysis in universities, government or private companies.
What can you do with a PhD. in psychology?
According to the BLS-Occupational Outlook Handbook, “Job prospects should be the best for people who have a doctoral degree from a leading university in an applied specialty, such as counseling or health, and those with a specialist or doctoral degree in school psychology. Psychologists with extensive training in quantitative research methods and computer science may have a competitive edge over applicants without such background.”
LSC-North Harris offers a variety of psychology courses that will transfer to many universities. You can find the list of core psychology courses on p. 80 of the 09-10 catalog at http://www.lonestar.edu/lscs-catalog.htm, and a complete listing of all psychology course offered at one time or another in the LSCS system, starting on p.291 of the 09-10 catalog.
Please feel free to contact me for more information and assistance with educational planning. You can also contact Dr. Don Stanley, psychology professor, and chair of social and behavioral sciences—281.618.5523.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
History Major
Are you thinking about majoring in history, but aren’t sure what one can do with a degree in that field? The answer is, a lot!
Of course, the first thing a lot of people think of is teaching. If that’s what you want to do, then along with your Bachelor’s Degree in history, you will need to obtain a teaching certificate. This will enable you to teach in Texas public schools. If you want to teach in a community college, you’ll need a Master’s Degree. A university will usually require a Ph.D. The competition for history teaching jobs is keen, so along with your degree, you will need to obtain some great job hunting skills. Be able to show why you should get hired over lots of others who want the same job.
Where else do history majors work? Often times, they work as researchers and archivists. Others work outside their chosen field, but are valued for the skills that a history major develops. This web site has a list of transferable, and highly desirable skills that history majors tend to have. http://www1.davidson.edu/academic/history/historyweb/History%20Major.htm#Skills
Click on this Portland State University link to obtain information and numerous links that will provide prospective history majors with a wealth of information.
http://www.pdx.edu/careers/what-can-i-do-degree-history
This Pay Scale.com link has information about job opportunities for history majors, plus salary information. http://www.payscale.com/best-colleges/jobs-for-history-majors.asp. As always, be careful with salaries, as they can vary widely depending on the area in which you live.
If you’re thinking about obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree in history, you’ll need to follow the core course list for an Associate of Arts degree, on page 77 of our catalog: http://www.lonestar.edu/3626. You’ll also need a transfer guide for the university to which you plan to transfer. If you’re thinking about teaching in the public schools, and want to know how to get to that point, you can contact either David Smith, at 281.765.7929, or Connie McMahan at 281.618.5481. These individuals are very knowledgeable, and can help you with your educational plan.
For general information regarding majoring in history, you can contact me or Jim Good, history professor, and chair of the social sciences department. His phone number is 281.618.5573.
Of course, the first thing a lot of people think of is teaching. If that’s what you want to do, then along with your Bachelor’s Degree in history, you will need to obtain a teaching certificate. This will enable you to teach in Texas public schools. If you want to teach in a community college, you’ll need a Master’s Degree. A university will usually require a Ph.D. The competition for history teaching jobs is keen, so along with your degree, you will need to obtain some great job hunting skills. Be able to show why you should get hired over lots of others who want the same job.
Where else do history majors work? Often times, they work as researchers and archivists. Others work outside their chosen field, but are valued for the skills that a history major develops. This web site has a list of transferable, and highly desirable skills that history majors tend to have. http://www1.davidson.edu/academic/history/historyweb/History%20Major.htm#Skills
Click on this Portland State University link to obtain information and numerous links that will provide prospective history majors with a wealth of information.
http://www.pdx.edu/careers/what-can-i-do-degree-history
This Pay Scale.com link has information about job opportunities for history majors, plus salary information. http://www.payscale.com/best-colleges/jobs-for-history-majors.asp. As always, be careful with salaries, as they can vary widely depending on the area in which you live.
If you’re thinking about obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree in history, you’ll need to follow the core course list for an Associate of Arts degree, on page 77 of our catalog: http://www.lonestar.edu/3626. You’ll also need a transfer guide for the university to which you plan to transfer. If you’re thinking about teaching in the public schools, and want to know how to get to that point, you can contact either David Smith, at 281.765.7929, or Connie McMahan at 281.618.5481. These individuals are very knowledgeable, and can help you with your educational plan.
For general information regarding majoring in history, you can contact me or Jim Good, history professor, and chair of the social sciences department. His phone number is 281.618.5573.
Monday, March 2, 2009
Hospitality Management
For students who are interested in working in the hotel or restaurant business, Lone Star College-North Harris offers a Hospitality Management program. You can work toward a Hospitality Operations Certificate, or an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Hospitality Management. (See p. 132 of the 2008-2009 Lone Star College catalog http://www.lonestar.edu/3626/ for courses you’ll need to take).
With the AAS degree, the required general education core courses will transfer to most Texas state-supported universities. In addition, some of the hospitality courses will transfer to the Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management at the University of Houston-Main Campus.
If you want more in-depth career information, go to the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos015.htm, and look under Lodging Managers. This, in turn, will provide you with links to information about other occupations in the hospitality management field.
Would you like to meet with others who share an interest in this field? Then you might want to consider joining the Hospitality Education Learning Leadership Organization (H.E.L.L.O.), at Lone Star College-North Harris.
According to Chante Ibarcena, future co-president of the organization, “H.E.L.L.O. aspires to expand establish and facilitate leadership and management in students. Their goals are:
Goal 1) Expand leadership basis through industry leaders examples (i.e.
Chamber meetings, events at local hotels, openings)
Goal 2) Establish a hands on approach to a visualization of our goals
Goal 3) Facilitate networking between a variety of industry leaders and students.”
Chante states that this organization is not just for students who are enrolled in the Hospitality Management program; rather, it’s open to any student who wants to major in a business field (i.e., management, accounting, human resources, etc.).
For more information regarding H.E.L.L.O., please contact Professor Melanie Hilburn at 281.618.7119. If you need assistance with educational planning for the certificate or degree, please contact me, and I’ll be happy to assist you.
With the AAS degree, the required general education core courses will transfer to most Texas state-supported universities. In addition, some of the hospitality courses will transfer to the Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management at the University of Houston-Main Campus.
If you want more in-depth career information, go to the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos015.htm, and look under Lodging Managers. This, in turn, will provide you with links to information about other occupations in the hospitality management field.
Would you like to meet with others who share an interest in this field? Then you might want to consider joining the Hospitality Education Learning Leadership Organization (H.E.L.L.O.), at Lone Star College-North Harris.
According to Chante Ibarcena, future co-president of the organization, “H.E.L.L.O. aspires to expand establish and facilitate leadership and management in students. Their goals are:
Goal 1) Expand leadership basis through industry leaders examples (i.e.
Chamber meetings, events at local hotels, openings)
Goal 2) Establish a hands on approach to a visualization of our goals
Goal 3) Facilitate networking between a variety of industry leaders and students.”
Chante states that this organization is not just for students who are enrolled in the Hospitality Management program; rather, it’s open to any student who wants to major in a business field (i.e., management, accounting, human resources, etc.).
For more information regarding H.E.L.L.O., please contact Professor Melanie Hilburn at 281.618.7119. If you need assistance with educational planning for the certificate or degree, please contact me, and I’ll be happy to assist you.
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