I am a recent graduate of Union County College, where I earned my associate's degree in Liberal Studies, with a focus on Sociology. This fall, I elected to continue my education by pursuing a bachelor’s degree in psychology at Rowan University. Additionally, I will work to attain my Master’s Degree in clinical psychology, this imminent challenge will allow me to develop the necessary skills needed to become a successful counseling psychologist. Since the start of my undergraduate education, I have dedicated myself to education. I am the recipient of multiple education achievement awards, I have been inducted into a Chi Alpha Epsilon National Honor Society. Additional academic accomplishments include awards for academic excellence from the state of New Jersey and the Governor’s office. In the same way, I Graduated Union County College with full honors. Fortunately, these achievements led to …show more content…
It was on or after this visit my interest in the human assessment and behavior modification increased. Which explains my longing for a more researched based school and curriculum. Personally, speaking I believe my years of clinical and medical experience working within in fast pace environments will aid me in achieving my Master’s Degree. Also, I can work with various populations who require. medical, ethical and professional based services. Through my experiences working with disabled, elderly, and vulnerable populations I have observed the trauma, and complexities involved in patient care. While at the same time experiencing how rewarding helping others can be. Earning a Master’s Degree would be the idyllic course of action that would allow me to accomplish my goal of becoming an individual who can aide those who require and deserve personalized care and counseling
Throughout my twelve years of school and college life, I have maintained extraordinary academic excellence and got multiple scholarships from the government as well as private funds. I have secured merit
My interest in pursuing a doctorate degree in counseling psychology has been influenced by a combination of life experiences and an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. Though the path which has led me to this destination is complex, the journey has provided me with the clarity and insight necessary to understand human behavior from a holistic perspective. As I approach the completion of my masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I am faced with the unsettling realization that I have more questions than I do answers. This has fueled my innate desire and motivation to continue challenging myself by attaining a doctorate degree from the University of North Texas.
Coming all the way from Louisiana the Seattle, I have now become a student in the BA completion program. This quarter at the university I am studying psychology in the form of social research and redefining the role of a counselor. Through the guise of becoming a more serious student, I have been able to look at myself as a learner as well as take a look at the profession I want to practice. Antioch has helped me discover more than I thought I would be as a student at my age. A comprehensive education is deeply rooted in understanding, and my understanding will only grow deeper and more profound as I progress in my degree program. I can see the need for newer and more innovative psychologist in the field and practice of psychology. Psychology has a lot to do with the provider. In my opinion, the
I hold a Master’s in Clinical Art Therapy from NYU. It was through that program, which provided me with the opportunity to determine what I needed to further learn, that my intention of returning to attain a PhD in Clinical Psychology was crystallized.
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I have an unquenchable desire to learn and develop the mind. I believe, one of the greatest ways to better care for individuals, families, communities and the population was to pursue the Master of Public Health Program and concentrate on Community Health Education. With the Master of Public Health degree, I can better understand how to implement, plan and evaluate health promotion and disease prevention programs to better serve different communities. I want to pursue a master’s degree to focus on my career interest more in-depth. Choosing to pursue the MPH program is a lifelong self-fulfillment, because there is no greater satisfaction than knowing I am going to wake up every day to improve the lives of people all around the world. Higher education is rewarding and can open the door to greater opportunities. I aspire a career with a purpose, that is why I chose to complete my graduate
I have an unquenchable desire to learn and develop the mind. I believe, one of the greatest way to better care for families, communities and the population was to pursue the Master of Public Health Program with a concentration in Community Health Education. With the Master of Public Health degree, I can better understand how to implement, plan and evaluate health promotion and disease prevention programs to better serve the communities. I want to get a master’s degree to pursue my career interest more in-depth. Choosing to pursue the MPH program is a lifelong self-fulfillment, because there is no greater satisfaction than knowing I am going to wake up every day to improve the lives of people all around the world. Higher education is rewarding and can open the door to greater opportunities. I aspire a career with a purpose, that is why I chose to complete my graduate
...seling program offers concentrations in marriage counseling, school counseling and community counseling and includes an internship. Doctoral students can pursue a Ph.D. in Counselor Education. Pennsylvania state university Also provide the same education Privileges as William and Marry and also students can complete a master's degree program in elementary school counseling, secondary school counseling, rehabilitation counseling, mental health counseling or career. Lastly University of Wisconsin offers a terminal Master of Science in Counseling program, which explores multicultural counseling, consultation and professional behavior. It also offers a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology program. Additionally, the School of Education features a counseling psychology training clinic, which supports faculty research and offers psychology and mental health services to clients
Early on, I knew I had to seek opportunities that would help strengthen my entrance into the field of Clinical Psychology. While obtaining my undergraduate degree I gained exposure to different areas of psychological research, some of which heightened my interests and motivated me to seek higher education. While attending Hampton University I worked on research with Dr. Spencer Baker and Dr. Zina McGee. Dr. McGee supervised my research involving incarcerated women and their relationships with their children, as well as effective programs provided to them as resources upon release. Under the supervision of Dr. Baker, I studied African American academic achievement, depression and stressors that affect academic conscientiousness in freshmen. Additional resear...
If psychologists were not around, people would not be able to view life through another perspective. Psychology has played a tremendous role in people's lives without people really thinking about it. The well being of a person is the main concern for a psychologist and the basics of learning psychology are understanding the mind and behavior of a person. Psychologists work in various locations such as hospitals, schools, and mental health clinics. Many sources provide information on Psychology such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics and some articles like “ An introduction to Psychology. Studying psychology would be a great way in helping others and understanding why people act the way they do in order for people to get along better.
Clinical Psychology is my number one career choice. Similarly, it reflects the other careers I have studied and gained degrees on. Along with a Psychology degree, I have a Social Work and Marriage and Family Therapy degree. I have dedicated extensive study and practice in all of the professional fields. Social Work involves protecting and helping the needs of families and individuals. Marriage and Family Therapist’s work to help the entire system through evidence based research. Although they may differ, each profession overlap and focus on helping individuals and families. Moreover each profession utilizes skills involving leadership, improving processes, demanding extensive study and requiring the expansion of their knowledge on new developmental research in the field. Most importantly these professions require the skill, knowledge and practice on self-of-the-therapist which is an interventions I have learned to use well. As a clinical psychologist, I see myself incorporating everything I have learned through my educational and professional experiences in order to empower clients to lead healthier
I am currently focusing on improving my English, along with training my skills and qualities that may come in handy within the field by: communicating with others, reading more books about psychology, or watching documentary clips that relate to the major. Then after obtaining the Associate in Arts degree, I will transfer to Florida International University, where I plan on achieving both my Bachelor’s in Psychology and Master’s Degree. To shorten the time, while pursuing my degrees, I will have to start volunteering in as much Mental Health Hospitals as possible in order to earn my experience, along with adapting to the working environment. And finally, I will put all my effort to gain my Psy.D. in Nova Southeastern
Today we are gathered here to celebrate our graduation from 12 long years of schooling. The education granted to us has been a privilege. One so graciously given to us by the citizens of our state, by our community, and by our parents. Today would not be possible without them.
Throughout my academic career I have accomplished various achievements and been presented with many challenges. Nonetheless, these experiences were necessary in molding me into the student I am today.
Graduating in December 2015 with my bachelor’s degree in Instructional Technology-Administrative Communication was one of the proudest moments in my life. I felt very accomplished because I was the first person in my family to attend college and graduate with a degree. Obtaining my degree was very challenging for me. I was 17 years old when I left my grandparent’s home for the first time to attend Jackson State University. It was the first time that I had experienced life by myself. I did very well my first semester at Jackson State, but I was very homesick and wanted to come home. I transferred to The University of Southern Mississippi in Spring 2001. I was back home with my grandparents but the young college life seemed more interesting than going to class at that time.