NA Masters in Psychology

Hello,

I wanted to know if there were any other NA Masters programs available for psychology other than California Coast. Please let me know.

Thanks

 

I did a quick search on the DETC website and came up several possibilities - I'll leave it to you to investigate further
http://www.detc.org/search_schools.php?searchSet=true&category=D&subject=403

 

I checked it most had AS or BS but no Master's.

Thanks.

 

i'm curious as to why you might be only interested, specifically, in an NA Masters program in Psych.

 

You read my mind. I too was wondering.

 

it is cheaper. i am already in a good amount of debt from my associates degree from an RA and i just wanted something that would be a little easier on the pockets. if you know of an RA that is distance and pretty cheap per semester hour i would gladly take them too .

 

Costs change without notice in higher ed so I don't pay too much attention to who has the cheapest programs. However, we get a fair amount of questions/discussion about which programs are the cheapest and I'd have to say that I've not gotten the impression that NA programs are cheaper than RA programs. In fact, I've gotten the exact opposite impression. Also, be careful about the fact that some states might require an RA ddegree for eventual licensure in the field of psychology. Good luck in your search.

 

That raises questions, to include:
1. What do you want to use the doctorate for?
2. Are you seeking a state license as a counselor?

 

Thanks for your advice.

 

1. What do you want to use the doctorate for?- I plan to use my doctorate as an LPC in my state you have to attend an APA approved program in order to get licensed as a psychologist here. As you know the only program which is approved by APA that is distance is fielding. With the other programs that are available online I would probably have to end up taking an APA approved re-specialization course in order to get licensed as a psychologist.- I also have two small children and traveling while working a full-time job is not an option for me right now.

2. Are you seeking a state license as a counselor? yes, the requirement for my state is that you have to attend an accredited university or college. RA for your doctorate.

 

I'm sorry to hear that. But with an RA associates degree perhaps with not much more cost (and with input from the kind people on this board) you could earn an RA degree in Psychology such as this one from TESC
http://www.tesc.edu/3112.php
In the long run it will probably open more doors for you including entrance to an RA graduate degree.
Incidentally my daughter went to a UK university (RA equivalent), earned a diploma in psychology, and got a great job with a county agency.

 

Thank you kindly for the reply. I'm going to have to defer to the expertise of others because I've never studied psychology and because the certification processes vary from state-to-state. However, the post immediately above this one seems like sage advice.

 

If you want to get licensed as a counselor (or a social worker) all you'll need is a RA masters degree in counseling (or a CSWE accredited MSW for social work)--typically about 60 credits with internships. Then it won't matter where you get your doctorate from; you'll already have your license. Getting licensed as a psychologist is less flexible. You typically need a doctorate from an APA approved program as you probably know.

Tom

 

A bit off topic but how much more money/opportunity does a psychologist have vs. a licensed counselor or social worker? Is it worth the extra effort? Why not get the LSW and a PhD in Something related and you will help people, be a doctor, and be licensed to pratice.

 

Can you share where your daughter studied in the UK?

Good Morning, Can you share where your daughter studied in the UK? Thanks. Hille

 

York St. John.
She attended full time - they do not have a DL option.
http://w3.yorksj.ac.uk/study/undergraduate-courses/undergraduate-courses-2010/psychology-ba--bsc-hons.aspx

 

From my experience in the Boston area where I practice, there are more jobs available for licensed counselors and social workers than there are for psychologists. Hospitals and clinics pay them a little more and don't seem to want to hire a lot of them. Insurance reimbursement rates are a little higher for psychologists, but not that much higher. I don't have any exact figures for you though.

Tom (LICSW)

 

Thanks Ian I will check out there site after breakfast.

 

Actually in my state it does not have to be RA it just has to be accredited but along with that you have to pass one the their recommended counseling accrediting tests and have a certain amt of internship hours.

 

Actually in my state the opportunities are about the same for each profession along with that being said the pay is about the same as well. Especially in the federal government. Alot of times they interchange the credentials for certain positions like Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors.