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Massachusetts Psychology Schools – MA
By an allied health world contributing writer
Published: February 5th, 2010
In order to become a psychologist in Massachusetts, you must have the competency acquired from a baccalaureate or master’s program. A bachelor’s degree will allow an individual to assist licensed psychologists. The higher the education you receive, the greater advancement opportunities you are given. If you decide to get a master’s degree, it is recommended to specialize in a specific area. A specialist master’s degree in Massachusetts takes two year to complete, and includes a one year internship.
There are more job opportunities for those who have obtained a doctoral degree in psychology or have a specialty area in the field. A PhD or Doctor of Psychology degree earned online or through one of the accredited psychology schools in Massachusetts will allow an individual to be eligible for a wider array of employment, such as teaching, conducting research, working in a clinic, or becoming a counselor. Typical doctoral program take 5 years to complete, and include an original research-based dissertation. Doctoral programs conclude with at least a one-year internship practicing under a licensed psychologist in the field you are planning to specialize in. There are around 10 master’s programs for specialty areas, and 6 doctoral programs offered by several psychology schools in Massachusetts.
Through campus based and online programs, aspiring Psychologists in Boston, Worcester, Springfield, Cambridge and Lowell, Massachusetts may be able to prepare themselves for the possibility of employment in some of the largest hospitals and healthcare facilities in the state including the Massachusetts General Hospital, Winchester Hospital, Harvard Medical School and Marlborough Hospital.