The purpose of this assignment is to research career paths of interest in your prospective field.
Using a minimum of two scholarly peer-reviewed sources, write a 1,000-1,250-word essay about three career paths you are most interested in that addresses the following:
- Describe the labor market and availability (e.g., what is the demand for this position in your location?)
- Describe the income range, including the lower, middle, and upper income for this position and what affects these differences in incomes.
- Explain the education, training, and skills needed, including the education, training, and skills you have that will make you a good match for this job, and what you still need to work on.
- Explain the time demands.
- Describe the potential benefits (e.g. freedom over schedule, working with desired population).
- Describe the challenges (e.g., burnout propensity, schedule demands, competitive job application process).
- Explain the opportunities for advancement.
- Explain how each position aligns with your personality and value system.
- Summarize which path best suits you and your career choices. Explain why.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide located in the Student Success Center.
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Benchmark Information
This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competency:
MS Psychology (All Emphases)
4.4: Research based professional career goals.