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Committee on Early Career Psychologists (CECP) Resources

Helpful guides and tools developed by the members of CECP to aid the professional development of early career psychologists.

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Advice and supportive tips (PDF, 71KB) opens in new window

Who is better equipped to help new early career psychologists (ECPs) than others currently working in the field? Review these helpful tips created for ECPs by other ECPs
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What I wish I learned in grad school (PDF, 486KB) opens in new window

CECP members reflect on lessons learned and offer advice on topics that were overlooked during their time in graduate school
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Become an APA leader (PDF, 146KB) opens in new window

Serving on an APA board or committee allows you to help shape the future of psychology. Learn how to apply and get involved with APA governance and leadership

Career advice

APA’s CECP brought together a group of career-diverse committee members and ECPs to provide career advice for ECP employment hopefuls. These resources and video series discuss these individuals’ career trajectories and offer guidance about how one can prepare prior to beginning a career in their sector.

Video series: How We Got Here

Last updated: August 2025Date created: October 2023