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Issues and concerns in master's-level training and employment
1Department of Psychology, Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro 37132.
Journal of Clinical Psychology
|July 1, 1993
Summary
Master
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Subdoctoral Training
Background:
- The role and training of Master's-level psychologists are debated.
- Subdoctoral training in psychology is a critical area of study.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the training and professional activities of individuals with subdoctoral psychology degrees.
- To identify discrepancies in perceived future service needs between employers and employees.
Main Methods:
- Independent surveys were administered to individuals with Master's degrees in psychology and their employing agencies.
- Response rates were 21% for individuals and 24% for agencies.
Main Results:
- A significant difference was found between agency projections and individual perceptions regarding future service demands.
- Both groups reported extensive involvement in direct services, including therapy and psychological testing.
- While career satisfaction was generally high, satisfaction with pursuing licensure as a psychological examiner was lower.
Conclusions:
- Subdoctoral psychologists are heavily involved in direct client care.
- There is a need to align training and future workforce planning with the evolving demands for psychological services.