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Vermont Psychology Schools – VT
By an allied health world contributing writer
Published: February 19th, 2010
A bachelor’s degree in psychology is encouraged for those planning to pursue a career in psychology. However, other degrees, such as those in sociology or counseling, would also be acceptable. A master’s degree earned through one of the psychology schools in Vermont is also required in Vermont to be a state licensed psychologist. Course work for psychologists are strongly weighted with math, communication, statistics, and research methods classes, in addition to an abundance of psychology classes including cognitive psychology, abnormal psychology, biological psychology, social psychology, and personality development.
Vermont Psychologists Continuing Education and Advancement
Psychologists in Vermont are issued a two year license that must be renewed biennially by the date printed on the license. All psychologists in Vermont must additionally complete 60 hours of continuing education during each renewal period. At least six hours must be devoted to professional ethics. All other continuing education hours must be deemed “acceptable” to the Vermont Board of Psychological Examiners. Most psychology schools in Vermont offer continuing education classes that meet this criteria.
In Vermont, psychologists are encouraged to pursue their doctorate degree even though it is not required. Advanced degree’s can also be earned in order to advance in the psychology field.
Through campus based and online programs, aspiring Psychologists in Burlington, Essex, Rutland and Colchester, Vermont 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 Fletcher Allen Health Care - Medical Center Campus, Rutland Regional Medical Center, Central Vermont Medical Center and Southwestern Vermont Health Care.