Potential Career Paths: Bachelor's Degree in Psychology
The list below highlights some of the jobs one can obtain with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. While not all positions listed require a bachelor’s degree, it is often necessary for career advancement and salary increases.
Notes that a degree in psychology alone will not guarantee acceptance into these job fields. Many of the jobs listed below require specific additional skills and/or prerequisite coursework. Please consult with your academic advisor or a career counselor for more specific information.
List summarized from the APA Guideline for the Undergraduate Psychology Major: Version 2.0
Careers starting with: A – D | E – L | M – Q | R – Z
A – D
- Activities Director
- Advertising Sales Representative
- Alumni Relations
- Animal Trainer
- Army Mental Health Specialist
- Benefits Manager
- Caseworker
- Child Development Specialist
- Claims Supervisor
- Coach
- Computer Programmer
- Conservation Officer
- Correctional Treatment Specialist
- Corrections Officer
- Criminal Investigator
- Customer Service Representative Supervisor
- Database Administrator
- Database Design Analyst
- Dietician
E – L
- Employee Health Maintenance Program Specialist
- Event Planner
- Financial Advisor
- Fundraiser
- Health Educator
- Human Resource Advisor
- Insurance Agent
- Job Analyst
- Labor Relations Manager
- Loan Officer
M – Q
- Management Analyst
- Market Research Analyst
- Medical and Health Service Manager
- News Writer/Writer
- Paralegal/Legal Assistant
- Police Officer
- Preschool Teacher
- Probation/Parole Officer
- Psychiatric Aide/Attendant
- Psychiatric Technician
- Public Relations Representative
- Purchasing Agent