Psychology
Feb 11, 2015 | 12:00 pm
In order for one to practice or work as a social worker, then one should obtain a social worker certification. Having this document will allow a member of staff to make use of the title “Social Worker” when they want to deal with a client(s) and other types of service providers. A social work certification is issued to staffs who have obtained additional courses or experience in order to qualify for the social worker national examination. It is important for one to read the requirements for one’s state prior to applying for a social worker position. Essential Information A social... Read more...
Feb 11, 2015 | 11:00 am
While candidates with a Bachelor of Science in psychology degree do not have all of the job opportunities available as candidates with Master’s or Doctorate degree in psychology; there are still lots of entry-level work for college graduates who are armed with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Undergraduate education in the area of psychology helps students build skills that are vital in different careers. Usual Career Options A lot of students who graduate with a bachelor’s degree in psychology will fill positions in social or human services. A couple of the common job titles in the field include: •Psychiatric Technician... Read more...
Feb 11, 2015 | 10:00 am
Our Troubled Society Abuse often feels like a long, dark tunnel, with very few trips into daylight. Both abusers and the abused generally take their cues for behavior from early childhood, creating them a “norm”, with a distinct pattern of abuse cycles, coping skills and anticipation of rewards. There are two distinct fields of abuse: substance abuse and physical or verbal violence. Often times, the two fields go hand in hand, such as an alcoholic whose physical violence is triggered by alcohol consumption, or by drug addiction, but this isn’t always the case. Substance abusers may use binge eating or... Read more...
Feb 11, 2015 | 9:00 am
Bachelors in Psychology Earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology is certainly a good way to learn a whole lot about human behavior and mind. This degree can also prepare a student for further graduate studies or enter the labor market in different psychology fields. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the hiring of psychologists is predicted to rise by 12% from the year 2012 to 2022 – this is about as fast as the standard for every occupation. Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology Explained A bachelor’s degree in the discipline of psychology is an undergraduate-level degree. Usually, it takes... Read more...
Feb 11, 2015 | 8:00 am
A social worker is a well educated professional who helps children deal with difficult circumstances. A social worker may be hired by government agencies, institutions, private practices and hospitals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of May 2012, $44,200 was the median salary for social workers per annum at $21.25 per hour, which is not bad at all. Here are the steps in becoming a social worker for children: Step One – Educational Requirements It is important for one to earn his or her high school diploma (or its equivalent). Next, you will also need to take college... Read more...
Feb 10, 2015 | 12:00 pm
Every state has its own governing bodies for different entities that act as watchdogs for professional ethics and to make sure that educational requirements are met for these particular entities. The Texas licensing board for counselors, better known as Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors has the stringent duty to oversee the registry and application process for counselor licensure in the state of Texas. The Texas licensing board for counselors, or the TSBEPC, consists of ten board members. Twenty-three regulatory programs make up the Licensing and Certification unit. The Texas Department of State Health Services is in charge... Read more...
Feb 10, 2015 | 11:00 am
For those interested in schools for counseling, Connecticut has a lot of schools offering counseling programs, which you can to choose from. University of Connecticut For a small state, Connecticut is an excellent academic venue, graduating 300 to 350 students from counseling programs every year. Of course, University of Connecticut is the largest counseling school in the state with the highest numbers of graduates. It is located in New Britain on the southeast side of the state. It is a 4 year public institution. It has many special learning opportunities including ROTC, distance learning programs and study abroad. University of... Read more...
Feb 10, 2015 | 9:00 am
In today’s society, children are faced with a myriad of negative issues that should be addressed by a trained child counselor. Many children face situations involving a death in the family, divorce, illness, peer pressure and other social issues at school, and bullying by others need to be addressed with a child counselor trained to communicate effectively with children who have a hard time dealing with these situations. Because of their age, it is often difficult for a child to process and work through the issues that are weighing heavily on them. Another important reason counseling should be considered is... Read more...
Feb 9, 2015 | 10:00 am
Neuropsychology Defined It was during the late nineteenth century that a French physician, Pierre Paul Broca observed that one of his patients was able to thoroughly understand spoken language, but was able to speak only one word, “tan”. His earlier work had concentrated largely on physical aspects of brain dysfunctions, such as cancer pathology and the treatment for aneurism’s, which led him to suspect there was a physical reason for his patient’s disability. Based on earlier research, which had indicated that the left part of the cerebral cortex stored the ability to speak and understand languages, Broca theorized that his... Read more...
Feb 9, 2015 | 8:00 am
What is a child social worker? Well, a child social worker (also known as a “child welfare social worker”) is a person who works to ensure the well-being and welfare of children and their families as well. The United States’ Bureau of Labor Statistics classified child social workers under the “Child and Family Social Workers” category. According to statistics, the demand for the services of child social workers is expected to rise by twenty percent (20%) through the year 2020. Responsibilities: What is a Child Social Worker Expected to do on the Job? The major responsibility of child social workers... Read more...
