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Paige
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Laurel, Mississippi
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International Psychology?
Are there any jobs that involve psychology and international studies? I love psychology and learning about new cultures and especially traveling. I was thinking about finishing at my JuCo then becoming a flight attendant for a while and coming back to study psychology and do research. Does that sound plausible or is it a bad idea?
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Kimberly O'Hare
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Hi Paige,
Great question. International relations is an excellent area of psychology particularly for those interested in research. Researchers are interested in behaviors of individuals and groups and cognitive processes and approaches in order to understand foreign policy and other behaviors in international politics.
One of the great things about studying psychology is that if you have an interest in something, you can always connect it to your psychology studies.
Great question. International relations is an excellent area of psychology particularly for those interested in research. Researchers are interested in behaviors of individuals and groups and cognitive processes and approaches in order to understand foreign policy and other behaviors in international politics.
One of the great things about studying psychology is that if you have an interest in something, you can always connect it to your psychology studies.
Grant Hsiao
Program Manager
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Hello Paige,
Psychology is an interesting subject with a broad scope. Officially, pursuing a career with a psychology degree could lead you to professions such as a psychologist, psychotherapist, counselor, or social service worker. However, the knowledge acquired through studying psychology can also be applied to various other fields. Some individuals with this background have become journalists, sales professionals, or book authors, to name a few.
Before committing to a formal education program, I recommend looking into web resources or free online courses to gain a deeper understanding of the subject. As you delve further into it, you may discover that certain aspects are different from what you initially thought. Therefore, pre-study or little preliminary knowledge can be highly beneficial.
Regarding international and traveling opportunities, these will primarily depend on the organization/assignments you work on. No particular major or degree can guarantee such opportunities, so it's crucial to actively explore the possibilities and evaluate your ideal working/living scenarios. Working internationally may involve spending extended periods in different countries, such as living in Country A for 8 months, then moving on to Country B for another 2 years.
In summary, it's wonderful that you're passionate about psychology and are considering it as a potential path after JuCo graduation. Just remember to stay true to your interests and maintain a level of flexibility that allows you to adapt as you explore various career prospects.
Psychology is an interesting subject with a broad scope. Officially, pursuing a career with a psychology degree could lead you to professions such as a psychologist, psychotherapist, counselor, or social service worker. However, the knowledge acquired through studying psychology can also be applied to various other fields. Some individuals with this background have become journalists, sales professionals, or book authors, to name a few.
Before committing to a formal education program, I recommend looking into web resources or free online courses to gain a deeper understanding of the subject. As you delve further into it, you may discover that certain aspects are different from what you initially thought. Therefore, pre-study or little preliminary knowledge can be highly beneficial.
Regarding international and traveling opportunities, these will primarily depend on the organization/assignments you work on. No particular major or degree can guarantee such opportunities, so it's crucial to actively explore the possibilities and evaluate your ideal working/living scenarios. Working internationally may involve spending extended periods in different countries, such as living in Country A for 8 months, then moving on to Country B for another 2 years.
In summary, it's wonderful that you're passionate about psychology and are considering it as a potential path after JuCo graduation. Just remember to stay true to your interests and maintain a level of flexibility that allows you to adapt as you explore various career prospects.
Aqueelah Barrie
Project Manager-Infection Prevention and Control at World Health Organization
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Yes, there are opportunities! Most of the UN agencies will have a staff counselor or psychologist at their HQ and regional offices. Though these jobs are limited, there are several UN agencies and programs, in addition to the UN Secretariat to look into. Also, since the start of COVID-19, agencies have realized the importance of providing mental health support for staff, thus there is a push for adding more mental health positions for staff. You may want to keep an eye on job boards such as unjobs.org and untalent.org to better understand the different types of roles available. For an example of a position, see this posting for a Staff Counselor at WHO. This will give you a good idea of the educational requirements for similar roles.
https://careers.who.int/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=2303982&lang=en
https://careers.who.int/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=2303982&lang=en
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