Career development

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Finding a job

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I have a bachelor’s degree in psychology… now what do I do?

Tools for helping students navigate their next steps after graduation

Building a career in school consulting

Consulting psychologists bring mental health and assessment expertise to schools

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Strengthen your network, strengthen your care

Tips for expanding your network of support to enhance your practice and reduce burnout

Helping psychologists navigate layoffs at mid- and late-career

Some psychologists face prospect of finding new employment after federal policy changes

More about finding a job

Career fields

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Research careers

Practice careers

Academic careers

Applied psychology careers

Resources for every stage of your career

Preparing to use your bachelor’s degree in psychology

Understand how your skills, degree, experiences, and brand prepare you to land a job that’s the right fit for you.

Individual development plan

Create an individual development plan using APA’s five-step process, which will guide you through self-assessment, career exploration, and goal setting.

Early career psychologists

Resources to help psychologists new to the field gain the knowledge and skills needed to launch successful careers

Mid and senior career psychologists

Information on topics such as burnout and self-care, leadership, running meetings, salary negotiation, managing your finances, navigating career changes, and more.

APA Member Center

APA membership benefits

Find the latest information in your area of expertise, hot-button topics, and a wealth of benefits and services designed to help you make the most of your APA membership.