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How do I know working as an Oncology nurse won't affect me mentally or if it's even right for me #Fall25?
I know I will get to experience different specialties in nursing school and get a taste of what I may like or not like to work in. I lost my mom to ovarian cancer. I am currently on my educational ride towards my nursing career. I really feel like I would love working in oncology because I will...
As a future Neuropsychologist that’s going to specialize on kids, what would be the requirements to enter Medical School?
I’m a Freshman on College and I’m so lost on what I would need to enter Medical School. I know it can depend on where you live but there are certain requirements those types of schools like, and I want to make sure there’s a 100% possibility I get in.
How do I maintain physical and mental health while juggling academics and athletics?
I'm currently a first-year college student, majoring in Engineering Physics and playing football. Thus, I experience a heavy course load and extensive workouts.
How much full-time job opportunity if available once I earn my MA in School Psychology??
I am planning to attend Sac State in the Fall of 2026 and earning my Bachelor's degree in Child and Adolescent Development with a Concentration in Educational Contexts. #fall25
If I hope to become an Occupational Therapist, is it worth paying for a top school in my undergrad, or should I keep my debt low before grad school? #fall25
I am a high school senior planning to major in psychology before attending Occupational Therapy school. When choosing a college for my undergraduate degree, is it more important that I attend a school with the strongest reputation and research opportunities in psychology, or one where I can...
What did you find to be the most stressful part of nursing school, the academics or the financial aspects?
What are some of the thing you felt unprepared for after starting nursing school?
Did you feel like the academic part of school was more stressful? Or the financial part?
How did you work your finances while going to nursing school?
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What if I realize that working in healthcare is too hard/not my dream and how do I go on from there?
I've been interested in occupational therapy along with speech pathology and physical therapy for some time but I've always disliked science classes which I know I'd have to take a lot of. My study habits aren't always the best and I fear that I will struggle a lot in college and end up not...
How do students stay up to date with scholarships and if they have won one or not? How do traditional students-athletes change to the life of college athletics?
Sports are a huge part of my life and I am not me without them. I also have an interest in psychology so I plan to have a minor in that.
How do veterinarians handle owners who lost their pets?
For example, the owner may have to put the pet down or it died during a surgery. How do vets confront the owners? How do the vets feel about it as well? Does it impact their mental health having to interact with the grieving owners?
What does a typical day look like for a marine veterinarian, specifically marine mammal vet? #fall25
I am trying to decide if this is what I want to pursue, but before I start the long college journey, I wanted to get an idea of what I will be getting myself into. Also I would like to know the best skills and personalities that help a person succeed in this field. #fall25
What does a "typical" day look like for an FBI Special Agent?
I am trying to decide if this is the career I want to pursue. I would like a detailed response that kind of gives me an idea of if this is the right job for me. I would also like to get some input on the type of people that are good in this job.
What is the best way to ensure I am getting quality work experience and job opportunities for my future career?
I am a senior in high school, and I plan to major in psychology in the fall of 2026. Bringing awareness to mental health has always been a personal passion of mine, and this is one of the many reasons I am pursuing psychology. In my future, I am looking to gain work experience in the...
How can I integrate my passion for psychology research with a career in data science?
I am currently a Junior majoring in psychology, but I want to start studies in applied mathematics as well and have a double major. After I graduate with my bachelor's, I am hoping to combine my skills and knowledge from both fields into one career. I enjoy solving puzzles and organization, and...
How do I know if I should pursue my MSW?
How do I know if I should pursue my MSW? I’m early in my career and work in marketing, and I dislike the corporate 9-5 culture. I want to find more meaningful work that suits my soft skills better. Mental health has always been of importance to me and I want to be more people-centered, and...
What career path fits my strengths best?
I’m a student who loves problem-solving, I look outside the box, and analyze small details. I enjoy figuring out how things connect and understanding the “why” behind people’s actions. I’m interested in forensics or crime analysis, but I’m not sure which roles match my strengths the most. I...
How did people that wanted to work in the medical field or more specifically in the medical field with animals know that is what you wanted to do?
What courses were your favorite and what entertained you? What did you like to do in your free time in high school? Is there anything else that helped you find out that that is what you wanted?
How do I find local scholarships?
I am a senior in high school, I am interested in majoring in psychology and/or neuroscience and I want to be a Physician Assistant.
How hard is getting a job with no experience?
I’ve heard people say over and over again that it’s hard for you to job because I have no experience, but they can’t get experience because I can’t get a job and that’s pretty confusing to me and the profession I wanna go in probably is gonna need experience. It’s being a psychologist so I I’m...
Is being a psychologist mentally taxing?
I know you’re talking to people who need help mentally and that is obviously probably pretty taxing but I wanted to know if that could be something I need to consider when seeing if this is the profession that I actually wanna do so far I’m pretty sad on being a psychologist I don’t know if...
If I feel overwhelmed, who or where do I go for help and support? #fall25
I will be attending college as a freshman in the Fall of 2026. I tend to get overwhelmed with new places, studies, peer pressure, or at times everyday life. I wanted to know if colleges have support groups or someone to help during these times. I prefer my family not to know of my concerns so...
How do you start research or find a lab in college?
How do you start research in college? I'm struggling as a college junior because the labs are very niche or are not accepting students. I just need a starting point to be integrated into a lab before I can start my own research on neuroscience and psychology. I also have independent research...
How can I gain the skills and mentorship needed to start an AutoCAD/SolidWorks training institute in my home country (Africa) Cameroon?
Dear CareerVillage community, I want to start a training center that teaches AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and other 2D/3D CAD design software because there is a growing need for these skills in my home country My challenge is that I currently lack advanced CAD skills, and I also don’t have a mentor...
Should I pursue biotechnology in BSc?
Heyy! I’ve always wanted to pursue Biotechnology, but I’ve noticed that many universities don’t offer a BSc specifically in Biotechnology. Instead, they usually offer programs like Biomedical Sciences or Biochemistry. This has left me with two choices: either go for Biotechnology at...
What research opportunities are available, such as faculty labs or getting your research published?
Clinical psychology #fall25
What are some less obvious career paths that combine psychology and medicine for someone who wants to help others beyond traditional psychiatry ?
I am a HS Senior and want to study psychology on a Pre med Track.
#Fall25 Have you felt that your career aspirations were impossible for you? And what did you do anyways to reach it?
I’m currently a undergrad at Kean University in my last year. I have been feeling under prepared for when it comes to experience towards furthering my career. My dream is to become a Psychologist Md PhD. Most of my college years I focused on jobs that help me pay my bills instead of experience...
What are the difficulties that come with becoming a music therapist? What is it like and what does the job entail?
I am looking into becoming a music therapist after college, but I have some doubts. I am nervous that I won't be good enough and so I wonder what it's like. I just want to know the difficulties so I know what I'm walking into.
Why do the brains of people with disorders work the way they do?
I want to be and forensic psychologist and am interested in why killers' brains and people with disorders function differently, and if they are missing other things that people who don't have or do those do? Any answers are appreciated!!
Does a psychology major require an independent study or capstone project Is it based on the university you attend? #Fall25?
I'm a senior in high school. I'm plan to pursue a degree in psychology. Wanted to ask questions regarding my major.
I am curious what the timeline looks like for someone in I/O Psychology and if its a good career to go into? #fall25
I am college sophomore and I am double majoring in Psych BA and Criminology Law and Society BA