Psychology Career Goals

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At the moment I am focusing on finishing my Master of Science in psychology; for this I am studying full time. I anticipate (if all goes well) its completion in one year. Soon after that, I like to start a career in psychological research, strongly considering the federal government. Along with doing this, during my free time or vacations, I would like to offer motivational speeches to disadvantageous students and/or minorities populations. Once my youngest son is in high school I would like to complete my doctorates degree in health psychology. After I retire, to keep my mind active, I am considering becoming a part time college psychology professor. From my role as student to become a college professor, I must keep the principles and standards …show more content…
Regarding to Professor McCarty, as a counselor, he has had to follow all the APA regulations regarding therapists in counseling: not causing harm to his clients, maintain healthy boundaries between him and his clients, and have prevented dual relationships. In addition, he has had to keep confidentiality of his former clients, and have kept their documents in a secure place where others do not have access to them. As a Professor of several institutions, he has had to design strategies that go hand in hand with the skills and psychological standards of the APA. Moreover, he must have the proper credentials to exercise as psychology professor. Additionally, he must teach according to the syllabus stipulated, and be fair in his dealings with his students. Furthermore, he has to maintain confidentiality of personal messages sent by his students. These are just some of the standards required by the APA; as if this were not enough, he has to maintain the general principles of this entity, (American Psychological Association,

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