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With the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and the constantly evolving world, I’m feeling uncertain about my career and educational future. As an aspiring social psychologist, what skills and tools should I focus on to stay relevant and increase my value in the job market in the coming years? #Spring25
I've completed a general education in psychology, but I don't feel fully prepared for graduate-level studies in the field. There's a lot of uncertainty in the world right now, which adds to my hesitation.
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QuiÁna’s Answer
Hi Keondae,
I have been working in the AI industry for the last 5 years. Although AI has made rapid advancement in recent years, it is not yet capable of replacing humans. Think of it this way, when computers replaced typewriters it did not remove the need for people to know how to type.
My advice to anyone with this concern is to find out how AI will be used in your field and focus on learning the skills to support the technology.
AI requires programming, training, and oversight. If you can take your skills and incorporate the knowledge of how to oversee and manage AI you will be in a great position to maintain job security. This can also help you to expand you career potential beyond your specific field.
Best of luck on your journey.
I have been working in the AI industry for the last 5 years. Although AI has made rapid advancement in recent years, it is not yet capable of replacing humans. Think of it this way, when computers replaced typewriters it did not remove the need for people to know how to type.
My advice to anyone with this concern is to find out how AI will be used in your field and focus on learning the skills to support the technology.
AI requires programming, training, and oversight. If you can take your skills and incorporate the knowledge of how to oversee and manage AI you will be in a great position to maintain job security. This can also help you to expand you career potential beyond your specific field.
Best of luck on your journey.
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Annah’s Answer
Keondae, you are not alone in re-considering your educational pursuits at this time. The situation for students in the US is concerning and uncertain. This presidency in particular has turned things upside down and there is a lot of anxiety around the future of secondary education, student loans, financial aid, and the department of education to protect and regulate such things. I also want to assure you that you are absolutely prepared for graduate school! Your background will serve as a foundation, but you will be learning so much more- particularly with regards to research, writing for psychology, and the work of being a clinical therapist (or psychologist). It sounds like you might be interested in pursuing a doctorate if social psychology is your jam- looking into full time research or even academia as a career path(?) AI is definitely not going away anytime soon; I am seeing a distinct intersectional relationship between psychology and AI development. It is likely going to be a hot topic for some time. Take time away from school to do some of your own research, pursue an entry level position- perhaps as a research assistant, learn more about additional career options that do not require more course work (at this time). Perhaps marketing, assisting a startup, working for a company that develops mental health/psychology related apps, etc. I am not sure there is a recipe for success in terms of preparation- but as any person studying mental health/psychology your own personal growth is integral. I wish you the best of luck!
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Alex’s Answer
You're definitely not alone. Figuring out a fulfilling career path after college, especially now, can be incredibly stressful.
Embrace AI as a tool, understanding its capabilities and limitations in your field. While a graduate degree is an option, consider gaining work experience. The job market is uncertain, so practical experience sooner might be beneficial. However, if becoming a therapist truly interests you, the world certainly needs more.
Psychology has vast applications, though many roles traditionally require advanced degrees. Find a good career coach, don't hesitate to reach out to people you admire for advice, and try making a pros/cons list for your options.
Best of luck!
Embrace AI as a tool, understanding its capabilities and limitations in your field. While a graduate degree is an option, consider gaining work experience. The job market is uncertain, so practical experience sooner might be beneficial. However, if becoming a therapist truly interests you, the world certainly needs more.
Psychology has vast applications, though many roles traditionally require advanced degrees. Find a good career coach, don't hesitate to reach out to people you admire for advice, and try making a pros/cons list for your options.
Best of luck!
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a’s Answer
Keondae -
Consider a short-term career as a moderator in an AI based mental health app. Those are becoming more popular, but require constant monitoring and feedback from someone with an actual psychology background. Maybe even partnering with a start-up company that's building that kind of an app.
Outside the computer and AI field, please keep this in mind: Time and tech changes, but people don't really change that much. They still have the same stresses, illnesses, and concerns as always, so I wouldn't worry about the changing times, just plan on being adaptable to the terminology changes, and focus on empathy and helping people through their troubles.
- Blaine
Consider a short-term career as a moderator in an AI based mental health app. Those are becoming more popular, but require constant monitoring and feedback from someone with an actual psychology background. Maybe even partnering with a start-up company that's building that kind of an app.
Outside the computer and AI field, please keep this in mind: Time and tech changes, but people don't really change that much. They still have the same stresses, illnesses, and concerns as always, so I wouldn't worry about the changing times, just plan on being adaptable to the terminology changes, and focus on empathy and helping people through their troubles.
- Blaine