Clinical PsychologyAshton SchoeningClarified Career Maps ProjectMs. FreemanApril 14, 2014

What is Clinical Psychology? Clinical

psychology is the branch of psychology responsible for understanding and treating mental health problems.

Clinical PsychologistsAlso called: Clinical Psychologist, Forensic Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Psychologist

What they do: • Diagnose or evaluate mental and emotional disorders of individuals through observation, interview, and psychological tests, and formulate and administer programs of treatment.

On the job, you would: •Interact with clients to assist them in gaining insight, defining goals, and planning action to achieve effective personal, social, educational, and vocational development and adjustment.•Identify psychological, emotional, or behavioral issues and diagnose disorders, using information obtained from interviews, tests, records, and reference materials.•Use a variety of treatment methods, such as psychotherapy, hypnosis, behavior modification, stress reduction therapy, psychodrama, and play therapy.

SOCIETY OF CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY

Mission StatementThe mission of the Society of Clinical Psychology is to encourage and support the integration of psychological science and practice in education, research, application, advocacy and public policy, attending to the importance of diversity.

Members of Division 12Applicants interested in and engaged in the practice, research, teaching, administration and/or the study of Clinical Psychology are welcome to join. Read below to learn the qualifications for each type of membership: Full, Affiliate, Early Career Psychologist, and Student.

Student Members of Division 12Students are the future of Clinical Psychology! With over 4000 members, the Society of Clinical Psychology is the APA’s second largest division. Division 12 represents the science and profession of clinical psychology to the American Psychological Association and to the public. Undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students are all welcome to become student members of the Society of Clinical Psychology.

Student MembersBenefits of joining Division 12

•Identity as a Clinical Psychologist •Advocacy for Integration of science and practice •Opportunities for networking and involvement •Website & Resources on Empirically Supported Treatments •On-line Newsletter, The Clinical Psychologist •Mentorship program •Social networking and listserv •Affiliation with Section 10 and other special interest Sections •Opportunities to get involved with committees & student leadership positions •Clinician’s Toolkit •Continuing Education Opportunities •Special convention programming such as breakfast conversations and workshops, hospitality suite activities •Discounts on books such as Advances in Psychotherapy Series •Rising Star Program Opportunities •Three Student Awards: for Student research, practice, and service (Recipients receive a plaque, a $200 honorarium contributed jointly by Division 12 and Journal of Clinical Psychology, and a complementary two-year subscription to JCLP & JCLP: In Session) •Building resume by membership & involvement in a professional organization •Affiliation with the historic APA division that gave rise to the profession •Reduced student dues starting in 2011-2012 •Opportunity for maintaining involvement after post doc year through •Early Career Affiliate Membership status (You do not have to be member of APAGS/APA although recommended)

Jump Start Your CareerEarly Career Psychologists

There are many awards and programs available to early career psychologists. It is never to early to begin your career. Join organizations and clubs to help you gain more knowledge and experience in your field.

Professional DevelopmentInternships are a very good way to jump start your career! Many internships can even guarantee you a job once you finish school.

Training and Events Volunteering and participating in local psychology events can also help you get more familiar with your field. It will help you can experience and meet new people. You could potentially meet someone that might be interested in employing you in the future.

Job GrowthAccording to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary in 2012 was $34,750. The projected growth in the number of jobs from 2012- 2022 is about 10.8 percent.

New job opportunities are likely in the future for Clinical Psychologists. • $67,650 per year,

on average• That’s almost

double the median salary in 2012!

Psychologist in South Carolina THREE STEPS TO BECOME A PSYCHOLOGIST IN SOUTH CAROLINA 1. Earn a B.S. or B.A. and a Master’s Degree in Psychology.A

Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology is usually the first step to becoming a psychologist. Prospective psychologists should also earn a master’s degree in psychology, as most doctoral degree programs require such a degree for consideration for admission. Psychology Degree 411 has a comprehensive list of psychology schools in South Carolina to help candidates design an education plan.

2. Earn a Doctoral Degree in Psychology.A doctoral degree in psychology or a closely related field is required to become a psychologist in South Carolina. The South Carolina Code of Regulations requires that the doctoral degree meet the standards set forth by the American Association of State Psychology Boards or be accredited by a recognized national accrediting agency.

3. Complete the Application Process to Become a Psychologist in South Carolina.After meeting the educational requirements, prospective South Carolina psychologists must complete the licensing process set forth by the state. Find further information on this process below.

USC UPSTATE CAREER CENTER The USC Upstate career center could be

a very beneficial place for you. Even if you know what your future hold, the career center can help you find internships, jobs and even volunteer opportunities. This can enhance your career through experience!

Vision StatementIn the future, I can see myself being a successful psychologist. I want to help as many people as I can.

Mission StatementMy mission is to have my own practice. I want it to be a very comfortable atmosphere for my clients.

Purpose Statement My purpose for doing this is to change

lives. I want to help people and make their lives better. Even if the disorder can’t be completely treated, I want to make sure every client knows what they are capable of. Everyone is capable of living a happy life.

My First Step! My first step is to finish my last few

semesters at Upstate. Then, I am going to go to Clemson to get my doctorate degree. After that, I want to build my experience by working in a practice with other people. Once I get a bunch of clients, I will open my own practice. I hope that my routine clients will come with me and then hopefully build many more!

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http://www.div12.org/students/div-12-students/

http://www.apa.org/careers/resources/index.aspx

http://www.psychologydegree411.com/licensure/south-carolina/