Career opportunities in psychology

With UTAMED's online degree in psychology, you will have access to multiple career opportunities in psychology in the fields of mental health, emotional well-being, social intervention and research. You will be able to understand and address the psychological needs of individuals and groups, designing intervention strategies that promote their personal development and quality of life. 

You will be able to work in both the public and private sectors, in areas such as education, health, justice, sports and research. The growing importance of mental health in today's society will open many doors for you to work as a highly specialised professional with practical, up-to-date skills that meet the specific demands of a constantly evolving market.

Main career opportunities in Psychology

Career opportunities in psychology include clinical psychology, educational psychology, organisational psychology and counselling in the field of human resources. Graduates can also specialise in neuropsychology, forensic psychology or work in research. Furthermore, the field of psychology is increasingly linked to well-being and mental health in both the private and public sectors.

• Clinical psychologist (requires qualifying master's degree): Assessing, diagnosing and treating mental and emotional disorders in hospitals, clinics and private practices.
• Educational psychologist: Supporting the emotional and cognitive development of children and adolescents in educational centres, collaborating with teachers and families.
• Occupational and organisational psychologist: Optimising well-being and work performance in companies through recruitment, training and talent management techniques.
• Neuropsychologist (requires specialisation): Researching and treating neurological and cognitive disorders in hospitals and rehabilitation centres.
• Forensic psychologist: Assessing the mental state of people in legal proceedings and collaborating with lawyers and judges in legal cases.
• Social and community psychologist: Designing and implementing intervention programmes to improve the well-being of vulnerable groups.
• Psychology and mental health researcher: Developing studies on human behaviour and its relationship to health in research centres and universities
• Well-being and personal development consultant: Advising individuals and companies on stress management, resilience and leadership.
• Psychologist specialising in new technologies: Applying digital and artificial intelligence tools in psychological assessment and treatment.