Hi candyman2,
According to Raymond Lloyd Richmond, PhD:
"I suggest that you prepare for a career in psychology by the basic
high school science courses: chemistry, biology, physics, and
mathematics?and, of course, psychology, if your school offers it. You
should also become very good at writing and should develop excellent
grammar, spelling, and punctuation as well as keen analytic thought.
And keep your grades up; you will be competing for entrance into
college with other students who have perfect 4.0 GPAs."
(...)
"to be a really good mental health professional, you must develop an
early interest in what motivates people; courses in the humanities,
such as history, sociology, art, literature, and religion, will be
helpful. Language courses will also be helpful. And, if you?re
especially ambitious, begin reading Sigmund Freud?s Psychopathology of
Everyday Life, a small but classic work on the nature of the
unconscious."
A Guide to Psychology and its Practice
To Become a Psychologist
http://www.guidetopsychology.com/be_psy.htm#1
Students interested in the psychology major:
"If you are a high school student and your school offers a course in
psychology, you should enroll for it. Some high schools offer Advanced
Placement courses in psychology. If you take the AP test and earn a 4
or a 5, you will receive credit for our general psychology course, PSY
101. Running Start students can also earn credit toward PSY 101. Other
than a general psychology course, it's a good idea to take high school
courses in biology, mathematics, and English composition to prepare
for a university psychology major..."
CWU Psychology Major and Minor High School and New Student Guide
http://www.cwu.edu/~psych/inquiryhs.htm
"Students considering a major in psychology should follow a college
preparatory curriculum in high school. Courses which provide excellent
preparation include English composition, mathematics, and the
biological and physical sciences."
Ohio State University: Psychology
http://www-afa.adm.ohio-state.edu/u-majors/pdf/psych.pdf
The following is an excerpt. However, I suggest you read the document
in its entirety:
Helpful High School Courses
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"If you are interested in this occupation, you should take courses in
high school that prepare you to enter college.This typically includes
four years of English, three years of math, three years of social
studies, and two years of science.Some colleges also require two years
of a second language.
You should also take all the advanced courses you can in high
school.This includes Advanced Placement (AP) and International
Baccalaureate (IB) courses if they are available in your school.
Below is a list of high school courses that will help prepare you for
this specific occupation.While you do not have to take all of them,
you should consider them in course planning.Some of these courses are
also available at colleges and technical schools.
*Computer and Information Sciences
Basic Computer
General Computer Applications
Computer Science and Programming
*English Language and Literature
English Composition
Advanced English Composition courses
Technical Writing
Public Speaking
Forensics and Debate
*Life and Physical Sciences
Biology
Advanced Biology courses
Anatomy and Physiology
Chemistry
Advanced Chemistry courses
Life and Physical Sciences Lab Assistant
*Mathematics
Pre-Algebra
Algebra
Geometry
Advanced Algebra courses
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
Probability and Statistics
*Multi and Interdisciplinary Studies
Humanities Survey
Humanities
Issues of Western Humanities
Issues of American Culture
Travel Program
*Religious Education and Theology
Comparative Religion
Eastern Religions
Western Religions
*Second Language and Literature
Second Language
Spanish Literature
French Literature
Latin or Greek
*Social Sciences and History World Geography
Geography
Advanced Geography courses
World History
Economics
Western Civilization
Psychology
Advanced Psychology courses
Sociology
Anthropology
Philosophy
Organization Studies
Social Science Research
Social Sciences and History
Since many psychologists are self-employed, you may find it useful to
take accounting, business management, and computer courses."
iSeek - Career: Psychologists
http://www.iseek.org/sv/13000.jsp?pg=13000&id=100428
Search criteria:
"high school courses" psychology OR psychologist
I hope the information provided is helpful. If you have any questions
regarding my answer please don?t hesitate to ask before rating it.
Best regards,
Rainbow |
