Library: PSY 2331: Abnormal Psychology: Career Resources

So You Want To Be a Psychologist

If you are interested in pursuing psychology as a career, here are some books to get you started. These are located on the Third Floor of the library and can be checked out for three weeks.

Career Paths in Psychology by Robert J. Sternberg
Call Number: 150.23 C2715
ISBN: 9781591477327
Publication Date: 2006-12-15
Great Jobs for Psychology Majors by Stephen Lambert; Julie Degalan
Call Number: 150.23 D317g
ISBN: 9780071458764
Publication Date: 2006-03-23
Life As a Psychologist by Gerald D. Oster
Call Number: 150.23 O852L
ISBN: 9780275985981
Publication Date: 2006-05-01

Bureau of Labor Statistics

Click through the links below to learn about different types of opportunities for employment as a psychologist or in related fields!

Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists
Diagnose and treat mental disorders; learning disabilities; and cognitive, behavioral, and emotional problems, using individual, child, family, and group therapies.
Industrial-Organizational Psychologists
Apply principles of psychology to human resources, administration, management, sales, and marketing problems.
Marriage and Family Therapists
Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of marriage and family systems.
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
Assess and treat individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse problems, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs.
Mental Health Counselors
Counsel with emphasis on prevention. Work with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental and emotional health.
Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and psychological counseling.
Rehabilitation Counselors
Counsel individuals to maximize the independence and employability of persons coping with personal, social, and vocational difficulties that result from birth defects, illness, disease, accidents, or the stress of daily life.
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
Counsel and advise individuals with alcohol, tobacco, drug, or other problems, such as gambling and eating disorders.

Psychology Department

The Columbus State Community College Psychology Department's page shares psychology course descriptions, faculty contact information, and related links.

Psychology Department Homepage
The CSCC Psychology Department has over 50 full-time and adjunct instructors who have experience in diverse areas of psychological research, teaching, and service.

Professional Organizations

Professional organizations can provide career guidance, training and workshops, and networking opportunities for those interested in the field.

American Psychological Association
Based in Washington, D.C., the American Psychological Association (APA) is a scientific and professional organization that represents psychology in the United States. With more than 154,000 members, APA is the largest association of psychologists worldwide.
Association for Psychological Science
The Association for Psychological Science (previously the American Psychological Society) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of scientific psychology and its representation at the national and international level.
Ohio Psychology Association
Located in Columbus, Ohio, The Ohio Psychological Association (OPA) is the state affiliate of the American Psychological Association. OPA is a professional membership organization that works to advance psychology as a science, as a profession and as a means of promoting human welfare in Ohio.

Student Organizations

If you are interested in joining a professional organization at the community college level, try this link below. Psi Beta offers a number of scholarships and awards for students, mentoring, and learning opportunities.

Psi Beta Honor Society
The mission of Psi Beta Honor Society is to promote professional development of psychology students in two-year colleges through promotion and recognition of excellence in scholarship, leadership, research, and community service.