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.
No.
The typical academic path from undergraduate to PhD in psychology involves completing a bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field, pursuing a master's degree in psychology or a related field, and then applying to a doctoral program in psychology. The doctoral program typically includes coursework, research, and a dissertation, culminating in the award of a PhD in psychology.
Yes, obtaining a PhD in psychology is a challenging endeavor that requires a significant amount of time, effort, and dedication to complete.
Yes, obtaining a PhD in psychology is a challenging endeavor that requires a significant amount of time, effort, and dedication to complete.
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.
YES
a PHD in psychology.
No
The typical duration of a 4-year PhD program in psychology is around 5 to 7 years.
It take up to 8 years. And if you want to get a phd, add an extra 3-7 years.
The typical duration of a PhD program in psychology is around 5 to 7 years, including coursework, research, and dissertation completion.