One is really not better than the other. However, if I had to choose one over the other, and had a choice, I would probably take the MS only because the PhD is typically a research based degree. Still, one will not be viewed as better than the other.
It depends on what you want to help them with. Psychology, therepy. A PHD would help.
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a PHD in psychology.
In order to be licensed to work as a clinical psychologist, you would do well to have a PhD. A psychology degree is a BA. You would follow this by earning an MA and the go on to do research and earn a PhD. This is where you would narrow your area to work in industry, with children, with couples, with inmates, etc. While each state determines the requirements for licensing of psychologists, it is generally accepted that those involved in counseling have earned a PhD.
It take up to 8 years. And if you want to get a phd, add an extra 3-7 years.
If you are accepted into a PhD program, definitely.
A Phd is a doctor of philosophy degree. This type of degree requires four years of traditional college and then another four years of study at graduate school. This is they highest degree that can be earned.
G. Stanley Hall was the first person to receive a PhD in psychology from Harvard University in 1878. He is considered a pioneer in the field and went on to have a significant impact on the development of psychology as a discipline in the United States.
A PhD is a doctorate degree form which many specific fields fall. For example, A PhD in engineering, or history, business, psychology, etc.A PhD is a doctorate degree form which many specific fields fall. For example, A PhD in engineering, or history, business, psychology, etc.A PhD is a doctorate degree form which many specific fields fall. For example, A PhD in engineering, or history, business, psychology, etc.A PhD is a doctorate degree form which many specific fields fall. For example, A PhD in engineering, or history, business, psychology, etc.A PhD is a doctorate degree form which many specific fields fall. For example, A PhD in engineering, or history, business, psychology, etc.A PhD is a doctorate degree form which many specific fields fall. For example, A PhD in engineering, or history, business, psychology, etc.
You can obtain a degree in psychology at any level to include, associates, bachelor's, master's, and PhD. Typically, the minimum degree requirement for psychologists is a master's degree, with most practicing psychologist having a PhD (highest level of educational attainment).