Psychology Outcomes, Careers, and Experiential Learning
Springfield College Post-Graduation Outcomes
In a recent survey of 2024-25 graduates, 88% of graduates who responded from our Psychology program reported being employed or in graduate school.
The psychology program faculty members strive to prepare students in the broad field of psychology, emphasizing critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Employers and Job Titles
Here is a sampling of our past graduates employers and job titles.
| Company Name | Job Title | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Action Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for Autism | Counselor | Denver, CO |
| Around the Health | Behavioral Health Tech | Milford, CT |
| Behavioral Health Network | Access Navigator | Springfield, MA |
| Cambridge Health Alliance | Behavioral Health Case Manager | Sommerville, MA |
| Center for Human Development | Direct Care Staff | Springfield, MA |
| Conda Serious Mental Health | Case Management | Holyoke, MA |
| Equinox Inc / Watervliet Police Department | Police Advocate | Albany, NY |
| FINTRX | Business Development Analyst | Boston, MA |
| Justice Resource Institute | Therapeutic Mentor and Therapeutic Training and Support | Holyoke, MA |
| May Institute | Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist | West Springfield, MA |
| Saible Neuropsychology | Psychometrist | Tampa, FL |
Career Paths
Career opportunities for psychology majors can be as varied as health and wellness programs, employee relations, therapeutic childcare assistance, or mental health services in hospitals, residential treatment centers, nursing homes, and mental health agencies. Psychology majors may also opt to seek licensure as an early childhood teacher for students with and without disabilities (PreK-2).
Sample industries associated with this degree:
- Clinical Work
- Research
- Social Services
- Psychometrician
- Policy Work
- Human Resources
- Business Management
- Career Advising
- Sports
- Education
- Marketing
- Law Enforcement
- Sales
Graduate School
Many students go on to advance their education in programs like the Springfield College graduate programs or through various educational and teaching licensure graduate programs.
| College/University Name |
|---|
| Springfield College |
| Boston University |
| Smith College |
| University of Connecticut |
| University of Hartford |
| University of Pennsylvania |
Experiential Learning
Every Psychology major gets real-world experience through an applied internship or directed research.
- Gain skills, build connections, and launch your career
- Hands-on opportunities include:
- Conducting research alongside faculty
- Shadowing mental health professionals
- Co-leading youth support groups
- Observing early intervention assessments
- Supporting literacy programs in local schools
