Become a Psychology Professional
Study human behavior, mental processes, and the factors that shape how people think, feel, and interact.
What Is Psychology?
Psychology programs explore cognitive processes, emotional development, social behavior, and research methods used to understand how people think and act. Students learn foundational skills that support mental health services, education, and human-centered professions.
This field is ideal for individuals who enjoy helping others, communicating, and understanding human behavior. Career-Bond partners with programs that prepare students for support roles and future pathways in counseling, social services, or continued psychology study.
What You'll Learn in Psychology Training
Core Skills
- Foundations of psychology
- Human development
- Abnormal psychology
- Counseling basics
- Social psychology
- Research and ethics
- Communication skills
- Cultural and behavioral awareness
Safety & Compliance
- Patient safety
- Infection prevention
- Privacy and HIPAA awareness
- Professional ethics
- Basic emergency response
Tools & Technology
- Mental Health First Aid
- Behavioral health technician training
- Crisis intervention coursework
Admissions Requirements for Psychology Training
Most Psychology programs have accessible entry requirements designed to help motivated students start their career.
Requirements vary by program and training provider. Career-Bond partners will confirm specific requirements during enrollment.
Certifications for Psychology
This program prepares you for nationally recognized certifications that employers value.
Mental Health First Aid
National Council for Mental Wellbeing
Exam Focus: Core competencies; Safety; Professional practice
Behavioral health technician training
behavioral health training organizations
Exam Focus: Core competencies; Safety; Professional practice
Crisis intervention coursework
Mental health training providers
Exam Focus: Core competencies; Safety; Professional practice
Certification requirements vary by state and employer. Career-Bond partners will help you understand the requirements in your area.
Psychology Salary & Job Outlook
Growing demand driven by continued need for behavioral health and human services support, increased mental health awareness, and expansion of social service programs
Career Outlook for Psychology
Work Settings
Schools, community mental health programs, social services agencies, residential programs, youth services
Advancement Path
Advance to related certifications; specialize in a care setting; progress to supervisory roles with experience and additional training.
What Is the Difference Between Psychology and Mental Health Counseling?
TL;DR: Psychology emphasizes behavioral science theory and academic foundations, while Mental Health Counseling focuses on applied clinical skills and direct client care.
Psychology programs concentrate on understanding human behavior through theory, research methods, and scientific study of mental processes. They are often best suited for students planning graduate education in psychology, counseling, social work, or related fields. Mental Health Counseling programs are more practice-oriented and designed to prepare students for direct work with clients, emphasizing counseling techniques, therapeutic communication, assessment, and supervised clinical experience. Choose Psychology if you want a strong academic foundation and plan to pursue advanced degrees; choose Mental Health Counseling if your goal is applied, client-facing mental health work and faster entry into counseling-related roles.
Behavioral science theory and academic foundations
Applied counseling skills and direct client mental health care
Associate to bachelor-level academic programs
Certificate to associate or bachelor-level applied counseling programs
Behavioral theory, research methods, scientific analysis of behavior
Counseling techniques, assessment, therapeutic communication
Academic psychology pathways; licensure requires graduate study
Mental health counseling or counseling support credentials depending on program
Academic settings, research roles, preparation for graduate programs
Community mental health centers, counseling settings, clinical environments
Limited or none at the undergraduate level
Regular direct client interaction in applied settings
Research databases, statistical and academic tools
Clinical documentation systems, assessment tools
Graduate education leading to psychology or related professions
Counseling support roles or pathway toward licensure
Students planning advanced degrees and academic mental health careers
Students seeking applied, client-facing mental health roles
Psychology
Choose Psychology if you want a strong academic foundation and plan to pursue advanced degrees.
Mental Health Counseling
Choose Mental Health Counseling if your goal is applied, client-facing mental health work.
Benefits of Psychology Training
Psychology Student Reviews
"My psychology training helped me understand people better and support clients with compassion and confidence."
"Career-Bond matched me with a program that gave me real skills for working in community services."
"I enjoy helping people through challenges — studying psychology opened the door to meaningful work."
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