Clinical and counseling psychologists

Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).

Typical pay

$95,830/yr

Education

Bachelor’s+ common

Outlook

↑ Above Average

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Why this matters in Healthcare

Health is mental and nutritional, not just physical.

What you’d actually do

Common daily work includes planning tasks, using role-specific tools, collaborating with a team, solving problems as they appear, and documenting results so others can build on the work.

What can I do right now?

Take relevant classes. 2) Join an activity/club. 3) Build 2–3 small projects. 4) Get feedback from a pro. 5) Add one credential or micro-course. 6) Apply for a summer experience (draft).

How this career can grow

Many careers advance from entry-level assistant/technician roles → specialist → lead/supervisor → manager/director. Leadership, credentials, and strong results accelerate growth (draft).

How much education?

Bachelor’s+ common; clinical counseling often requires graduate degree + license | Certs for specific specialties

Path 1 – Bachelor’s Degree (Most Common): Varies by role and employer. Path 2 – Associate Degree (2 Years): Certs for specific specialties Path 3 – Self-Taught + Portfolio: Build projects, get feedback, and prove skills with a portfolio; common in some fields.

Certifications: Role-dependent certifications (draft examples): Excel, project management basics, industry micro-credentials.

Compare costs of certificates/community college vs. bachelor’s degrees. Consider paid apprenticeships, scholarships, and earning while learning options (draft).

What to take in high school

PsychologyHealthEnglishSociology (if available)Peer mentoringConflict resolutionCommunity service leadership

Skills you’ll use

ListeningEmpathyBoundariesDocumentationCrisis awarenessCommunicationteamworkreliabilitytime managementproblem solvinglearning mindset.

Sources

Pay, education, and outlook figures come from the LaunchPoint Navigator career library (BLS/O*NET-sourced), mapped to SOC code 19-3033. Figures are typical ranges, not guarantees.