Areas of Specialization

Background

 

Psychology is a very broad subject that encompasses many areas of specialization. Psychologists have diverse interests and occupations. Many psychologists are involved in specific areas of research, other psychologists are primarily educators, and some psychologists specialize in the helping professions. Psychology offers many interesting career paths. In this assignment, you will explore eight areas of specialization in psychology.

 

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Instructions

 

Complete the What Psychologists Do…Areas of Specialization worksheet.

 

  1. Identify the Area of Specialization being described for each Topic of Study listed. (Use the Area of Specialization list provided.)
  2. Identify the Key Focus of This Area of Specialization.
  3. Use the last column to identify which setting(s) a psychologist in this specialization may work.

 

Be sure to cite your textbook, or other sources, in the reference section at the bottom of the page

 

Submit your completed worksheet Monday January 6, 2014.

Assignment 3 Grading Criteria
Maximum Points
Identify the Area of Specialization being described for each Topic of Study listed.
16
Identify the Key Focus of This Area of Specialization.
24
Identify which setting(s) a psychologist in this specialization may work.
24
Write in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrate ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources (i.e., APA); and display accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
16
Total:
80

 

 
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