Q11,12,13

At community colleges, the typical teaching loads are around ____ courses per year. 4 - 6 6 - 8 8 - 10 10 - 12

10 - 12

The Houston Conference Report established the expectation that postdoctoral education and training for clinical neuropsychology be at least ________, fulltime. 3 years 2 years 18 months 1 year

2 years

It typically takes a full-time student ________ years to earn a master's degree in psychology. 1 - 3 2 - 4 4 - 7 5 - 6

2-4

On average, the minimum grade point average (GPA) required to gain consideration for admission to a master's program in psychology is: 2.73 2.92 3.00 3.11

2.92

On average, the minimum grade point average (GPA) required to gain consideration for admission to a doctoral program in psychology is: 2.73 2.92 3.00 3.11

3.11

Professional activities for faculty in academic positions vary considerably based on the setting. For instance, most 4-year colleges and almost all universities expect: The majority of a professor's time will be devoted to teaching The majority of a professor's time will be devoted to research activities A professor's time will always be equally divided between research activities and teaching A portion of the professor's time will be devoted to research activities

A portion of the professor's time will be devoted to research activities

Where can you find information on graduate training programs in clinical neuropsychology? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) APA's Graduate Study in Psychology publication APA's Division 40 website APA's Getting In publication APA's Division 4 website

APA's Graduate Study in Psychology publication APA's Division 40 website

If you are interested in working as a clinical health psychologist, remember that it is important to seek out a graduate program that is: Identifying itself as having an emphasis in health psychology In the state you want to work Competitive APA-accredited

APA-accredited

Which of the following is TRUE regarding the various ranks of faculty positions? Adjunct faculty are not expected to engage in research. Fulltime faculty typically start at the rank of associate professor. Visiting faculty are contracted for a specified length of time and then are offered the opportunity to continue in the position. Promotions for fulltime faculty are automatic after a specific number of years. Research and clinical faculty typically teach courses in addition to their primary role in research or clinical training, respectively.

Adjunct faculty are not expected to engage in research.

Why is academic freedom so important to academe? Students learn more with the academic freedom model. Professors only like to do what they want in their classes. By consensus, because no universities have been found to have unsatisfactory conditions of academic freedom. Advances in the discipline are potentially prevented without it.

Advances in the discipline are potentially prevented without it.

According to the specialty designation by APA, the practice of clinical health psychology includes which of the following? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) Improvement of the health care system Development of knowledge regarding connections between behavior and health Application of knowledge to promote and maintain health Prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of illness

All

Generally, in order for a faculty member to receive tenure, they must receive a favorable review from: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) The president of the university The department chair Tenured department faculty The college dean The vice president of academic affairs or provost of the university

All

Graduates with a bachelor's degree in psychology can work in many positions related to forensic psychology including: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) Probation officer Caseworker/case manager Correctional officer Correctional treatment specialist

All

In their profession, clinical health psychologists provide services to: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) Patients' families Individual patients Health care providers Entire communities

All

Many avenues of research demonstrate that having well-developed career goals provides many less obvious ("hidden") benefits. These benefits include which of the following? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) Adult employees with clear career goals adjust better to their current employment situations, have more positive attitudes about their work, and have higher rates of job satisfaction. College students with clear career goals are more likely to engage in behaviors that allow them to persist in their education toward graduation. Adolescents with clear career goals have better school attendance, fewer disciplinary problems, and higher levels of self-esteem. Establishing obtainable career goals shows a clear positive relationship to a person's physical and mental health.

All

Which of the following are criteria evaluated during graduate school admissions? Overall GPA Psychology GPA GRE scores (verbal and quantitative) GRE score (psychology subject test) Research experience Letters of recommendation Personal statement Psychology-related work experience

All

A description that might best capture the nature of the work schedule of faculty is that the professorial work schedule: Is predictable and remains constant throughout a semester Has no limits (e.g., a professor has free reign over how to spend all her time) Is determined entirely by others' needs Allows flexibility but requires self-motivation

Allows flexibility but requires self-motivation

The Tempe Summit Report was generated by major leaders in the field of health psychology in 2007. This report outlines six competencies that all health psychologists who provide services to the public must possess. The ability of a health psychologist to evaluate a person's readiness for gastric bypass surgery falls under the competency referred to as: Supervision and training Assessment Intervention Consultation

Assessment

Which of the following are TRUE of faculty salaries? Assistant professors in a university psychology department are paid better than assistant professors in a university education department. Assistant professors at a university business school have the highest mean salaries. Assistant professors at a 4-year college psychology department are basically paid the same as an assistant professors at a 2-year college. There are typically only two promotions in a professor's lifetime. Mean salaries vary greatly from state to state.

Assistant professors at a university business school have the highest mean salaries. Assistant professors at a 4-year college psychology department are basically paid the same as an assistant professors at a 2-year college. There are typically only two promotions in a professor's lifetime. Mean salaries vary greatly from state to state.

Health psychology recognizes that health is influenced by three types of factors. Those factors are: (SELECT THREE BELOW) Biological Sociocultural Evolutionary Coping Psychological Clinical Personal

Biological Sociocultural Psychological

A good starting point for beginning to develop career goals is to identify and prioritize your: Prior professional accomplishments Favorite styles of learning Career-relevant abilities Life preferences

Career-relevant abilities

Many adults well into their careers often find themselves in those particular careers as a result of: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) Circumstances of chance Purposeful planning Fear of choosing the wrong career path Seeking professional satisfaction Financial necessity

Circumstances of chance Fear of choosing the wrong career path Financial necessity

Forensic psychologists contribute to the discipline and the legal system in four main ways (listed below). Which of these four main areas is the largest within forensic psychology? Research Education Public policy development and analysis Clinical practice

Clinical practice

A faculty member holding a position as an editor of a professional journal is considered: Research Community-based professional service University-based professional service Teaching/mentoring

Community-based professional service

To help the court determine if a defendant is able to understand the charges, the legal issues and procedures in a case as well as possible penalties, a forensic psychologist would administer a: Competency to be sentenced and executed assessment Victim treatment program Competency to be adjudicated assessment Transfer evaluation

Competency to be adjudicated assessment

Multisystematic therapy would be classified under the applied area of: Criminal forensic psychology treatment Criminal forensic psychology assessment Civil forensic psychology assessment Civil forensic psychology treatment

Criminal forensic psychology treatment

Which of the following accurately describe the teaching activities of university professors? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) Depending on new developments in psychology research, updating one course can take weeks of preparation prior to the semester and significant amounts of time during the semester. The syllabus, course activities as well as handouts and other materials are the culmination of significant effort by the professor, effort rarely seen by students or outside observers. Being inside the classroom and having direct contact with students constitute the largest part of a faculty member's work week during regular semesters. For most professors, grading is their favorite activity.

Depending on new developments in psychology research, updating one course can take weeks of preparation prior to the semester and significant amounts of time during the semester. The syllabus, course activities as well as handouts and other materials are the culmination of significant effort by the professor, effort rarely seen by students or outside observers.

Intervention, one of the core professional activities of neuropsychologists, would include the responsibility of: Developing rehabilitative programs for individuals who suffered a traumatic brain injury Consulting with physicians and rehabilitation specialists when neuropsychological issues arise in a patient's treatment Assessing memory functioning in individuals diagnosed with dementias Evaluating a program that a practitioner developed for use with individuals adjusting to the aftermath of a stroke

Developing rehabilitative programs for individuals who suffered a traumatic brain injury

Forensic psychology programs train students in criminal profiling. (T/F)

False

Given that most graduates with psychology doctorates pursue academic careers, most doctoral programs include formal training in teaching skills. (T/F)

False

Most universities will hire their own doctoral graduates for faculty positions. (T/F)

False

Once a research project is completed, in addition to being submitted as a possible presentation at a conference, the paper/article is often submitted for publication in a peer-reviewed journal. Most papers/articles submitted are accepted for publication. (T/F)

False

The subfield of health psychology envisions a very bright future that is full of positive contributions to our everyday lives. Future challenges for the subfield include all of the following EXCEPT: Applying evidence-based approaches to health living Increasing the healthy lifespan of all people Finding cures for five major diseases that are currently the leading causes of death Reducing health discrepancies based on gender, race, or socioeconomic status Supporting and spearheading health care policy reform Providing equal access to preventative health care services

Finding cures for five major diseases that are currently the leading causes of death

Many of the books, websites, and questionnaires available on career goal setting focus exclusively on helping you identify a handful of careers that are supposedly the best fit for you. Individuals using these resources report: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) Finding the results so at odds with their current career ideas that they have no intention of further exploring the suggested careers Walking away from the experience of using these resources with clear, well-developed career goals Learning about careers options not previously considered that they then must explore further Confirming the career ideas they already had

Finding the results so at odds with their current career ideas that they have no intention of further exploring the suggested careers Learning about careers options not previously considered that they then must explore further Confirming the career ideas they already had

Which of the following are TRUE characteristics of internships or on-the-job experiences that you might have while in graduate school? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) You are always paid for this work, because you are an employee-in-training. Future employers will use this experience to decide whether to hire you. As an intern, you will mostly be required to observe the professionals, rather than applying your education in the formal setting yourself. These opportunities take place toward the end of your graduate education. Even as an intern, you will asked to solve difficult problems and make stressful decisions that significantly impact the lives of others.

Future employers will use this experience to decide whether to hire you. These opportunities take place toward the end of your graduate education. Even as an intern, you will asked to solve difficult problems and make stressful decisions that significantly impact the lives of others.

According to psychology professors, their most successful students are those who have which of the following characteristics? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) Hardworking Self-motivated Sure of their opinions Flexible Mature Does what they're told Passionate about psychology Has financial support from family Highly organized Full of stamina

Hardworking Self-motivated Flexible Mature Passionate about psychology Highly organized Full of stamina

Developing meaningful life goals is dependent upon: Having pride in your accomplishments Having accurate knowledge of yourself Being willing to recognize personal failures Being willing to journal and meditate

Having accurate knowledge of yourself

Helms and Mayhew (2006) surveyed individuals involved in selecting students for graduate programs in forensic psychology. Their data show which of the following are TRUE regarding the evaluations of graduate school applications in this subfield? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) Work experience was equally important as letters of recommendation Having prior research experience was rated as most important Letters of recommendation were rated as less important than statement of goals Statement of goals was rated as more important than an interview

Having prior research experience was rated as most important Statement of goals was rated as more important than an interview

For which of the following neuropsychology related careers available to individuals with a bachelor's degree would you expect to earn the highest median salary? Social science research assistant Rehabilitation counselor Occupational therapist aide Health educator

Health educator

Research within the forensic psychology subfield is quite varied, and different topics overlap with the interests of many of the other subfields within psychology. For example, investigations of workplace violence intertwines the interests of forensic and _____ psychology. School Social Industrial/organizational Cognitive

Industrial/organizational

Dr. Regan Gurung, a health psychologist at the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay, reports that a hot area of study in health psychology is cultural differences. Some of the examples of cultural health disparities he discusses include: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) Individuals in Nevada are more likely to be heavy drinkers. Heart disease death rates are more than 40% higher for African-Americans than for European-Americans. Individuals in California and Hawaii are less likely to smoke. Men are more likely to have lung cancer than women. Latino/a-Americans are more likely to die from diabetes than many other ethnic groups.

Heart disease death rates are more than 40% higher for African-Americans than for European-Americans. Individuals in California and Hawaii are less likely to smoke. Men are more likely to have lung cancer than women.

When developing career goals, it is important to have the mindset that dramatic changes can and often do occur in the job market. In considering the data in your text, it can be seen that the profession of _____ experienced a dramatic increase over the past decade, while careers as ______ have experienced a substantial decrease during the same time frame. Flight attendants; machinists Telemarketers; public relations specialists Home health aides; computer programmers Financial managers; child care workers

Home health aides; computer programmers

Selected examples of recent topics researched by neuropsychologists include all of the following EXCEPT: The effectiveness of educational programs that encourage use of helmets when cycling Identifying effective strategies to cope with chronic pain The neuropsychological components of dyslexia Neuropsychological effects of toxin exposure in industrial and military settings The impact of Alzheimer's disease on language

Identifying effective strategies to cope with chronic pain

An excellent resource for students to learn about current job openings in a variety of subfields of psychology is at http://jobs.psyccareers.com/. This website: Is maintained by the U.S. Department of Labor Is APA's Online Career Center Requires a small fee to use Is sponsored by monster.com

Is APA's Online Career Center

Regarding applied/practitioner positions in correctional settings: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) Jobs are plentiful Worker turnover is high The pay is quite good Jobs are scarce Worker turnover is low The pay is modest

Jobs are plentiful Worker turnover is high The pay is quite good

If you were interested in examining some recent research articles about health psychology in children, you might consult which of the following psychological journals first? Journal of Experimental Child Psychology Journal of Pediatric Psychology Developmental Psychology Current Directions in Psychological Science

Journal of Pediatric Psychology

Neuropsychologists are extremely helpful in establishing a baseline of functioning for patients for a variety of disorders. These baselines can be used in the future to: Discriminate among disorders to provide accurate diagnoses Judge disease and recovery rates Educate health care providers about rehabilitation for specific patients Assure patients receive the care necessary to address deficits in their functioning

Judge disease and recovery rates

Your reading points out the inevitable personal sacrifice you will endure as you face the amount of time and commitment required to pursue your graduate studies. You are offered all of the following pieces of advice to be successful during this challenging time EXCEPT: Shore up emotional support by making time to maintain a social network. Bring assigned reading with you wherever you go to make good use of downtime. Learn to live on less sleep, so you can maximize your time and productivity Be aware that starting a new romantic relationship as you transition to graduate school could actually hurt more than help you cope with demands.

Learn to live on less sleep, so you can maximize your time and productivity

Your reading explains that career goals have little meaning or value in isolation from education and life goals. The authors' approach is consider your: Educational goals first, career goals second, and life goals third Life goals first, career goals second, and educational goals third Career goals first, educational goals second, and life goals third Career goals first, life goals second, and educational goals third Educational, career and life goals all at once

Life goals first, career goals second, and educational goals third

The career in academe is best described as a: A life sentence Job Career Lifestyle

Lifestyle

Although research projects comprise many steps and activities, the defining aspect of this professorial activity is often considered to be: Developing research protocols and procedures Administering testing Entering and statistically analyzing data Interpreting the results Making the findings available to a wider audience

Making the findings available to a wider audience

What credentials are currently required for many treatment provider positions in correctional environments within the forensic psychology subfield? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) Postdoctoral training Master's degree Doctoral degree Licensure

Master's degree Licensure

Health psychologists may provide individuals with health-focused intervention strategies. These strategies include all of the following EXCEPT: Medication management Biofeedback Hypnosis Relaxation training

Medication management

Research in neuropsychology is an ever-changing, constantly moving field. As a neuropsychologist, you should also keep up with research in closely related fields including: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) Exercise psychology Medicine Cognitive psychology Computer science Neuroscience

Medicine Cognitive psychology Neuroscience

For neuropsychologists with strong interests in the neurosciences, employment opportunities can be found in many government agencies. A doctoral student whose research focused on stroke rehabilitation issues should most likely contact which of the following government agencies for related job opportunities? NSF NIAAA NIDA NINDS

NINDS

Finding employment in academe will more than likely involve a job search that is: Local National/international Regional

National/international

The area of clinical neuropsychology that concentrates on treating adults appears to fall into two broad categories best identified as: Development and disease Assessment and intervention Practice and research Neurological problems and psychiatric problems

Neurological problems and psychiatric problems

Which of the following areas of psychology view postdoctoral fellowships as a necessary step, given that the majority of their graduates are employed in these positions? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) Educational psychology I/O psychology Neuroscience Biological psychology

Neuroscience Biological psychology

Life goals are aspirations you have for yourself across your lifespan. Most of the following represent examples of life goals. Which one does NOT? Aspirations you have for yourself across your lifespan Obtaining a PhD in psychology Defining the type of person you want to be Identifying the experiences you want to have

Obtaining a PhD in psychology

There are a number of areas related to health psychology in which you might work with a bachelor's degree. One option is to work as a __________, who assists in the delivery of rehabilitative services who have health impairments. Health educator Medical-surgical hospital support staffer Occupational therapy aide Research assistant in a hospital

Occupational therapy aide

Because law enforcement personnel and psychologists can have very different worldviews, tension exists in the relationship between psychology and the legal system. However, psychologists' involvement in the legal system is highly valued because psychologists: Help law enforcement personnel cope with the high stress of their jobs Have a verifiable and strong record in contributing to crime solving Deal primarily in absolutes, helping to simplify complex situations Offer expert opinions based on scientific research findings

Offer expert opinions based on scientific research findings

The interview process for a faculty position: Is granted to all who apply for a faculty position Typically takes one full day Often requires a course lecture and a research presentation Includes only formal interviews with current faculty

Often requires a course lecture and a research presentation

To obtain a faculty position at a college or university, the preferred degree(s) is(are): PhD with a teaching credential PhD PsyD Master's degree in psychology with a teaching credential PsyD or PhD (equally preferred)

PhD

The Houston Conference Report specified a knowledge base required for specialization in clinical neuropsychology that included all of the following areas EXCEPT: Professional psychology General brain-behavior Clinical neuropsychology General clinical psychology General psychology

Professional psychology

Forensic psychology includes subfields known by a variety of names. Which one of the following is NOT one of the names used to refer to forensic psychology? Psychology and Judicial Systems Investigative Psychology Legal Psychology Criminal Psychology Psychology and Law

Psychology and Judicial Systems

Doctoral students complete dissertations - extensive independent research projects that take the last few years of graduate school to write and revise. The dissertation process begins with a formal proposal and culminates in a formal defense, both of which occur in front of an expert faculty committee. Thus, to do these two parts of the process, you should feel comfortable with: Working long hours Being "grilled" by experts Collaborating with classmates Public speaking

Public speaking

Throughout your career as a psychologist, whether you are research- or practice-oriented, you will be expected to contribute your knowledge to the field by: Teaching college classes Publishing your findings Keeping a professional blog Providing informational seminars in local communities

Publishing your findings

One of the most significant professional accomplishments of Dr. Chris Dunkel Schetter, a professor of psychology at UCLA, is: Receiving APA's Senior Investigator Award for Outstanding Contributions to Health Psychology Obtaining her doctorate at the University of California, Berkeley Being a Fellow of the American Psychological Association in Division 38 (Health Psychology) Being involved as a Co-Principal Investigator in the Community Child Health Network in LA

Receiving APA's Senior Investigator Award for Outstanding Contributions to Health Psychology

Trial consultants assist with jury selection as well as case development and strategies. Which of the following undergraduate classes provide excellent preparation for the skills needed by these particular forensic psychologists? Social psychology and applied statistics Research methods and applied statistics Social psychology and criminal justice Research methods and social psychology Criminal justice and research methods

Research methods and applied statistics

According to data from O*NET (2014), the #1 factor that influences the nature of the work for psychology professors is: Collegiality among coworkers A significant lack of structure Significant use of electronic mail Time pressure

Significant use of electronic mail

There are a variety of jobs in areas related to neuropsychology that are available to individuals with a bachelor's degree. In which one of them from the list below would you be LEAST LIKELY to work directly with patients? Social science research assistant Health educator Rehabilitation counselor Occupational therapist aide

Social science research assistant

Which of the following statements are TRUE of professional psychology schools? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) Some are affiliated with a university, while others are not. Faculty at these schools focus equally on teaching, training, and research. These institutions offer both undergraduate and graduate education. These schools are usually private.

Some are affiliated with a university, while others are not. These schools are usually private.

If you are interested in being an applied forensic psychologist, there are many job settings that you might be likely to choose including: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) Colleges or universities The Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention The Department of Justice State psychiatric hospitals Court clinics Correctional settings (e.g., prisons) Police departments

State psychiatric hospitals Court clinics Correctional settings (e.g., prisons) Police departments

If you are interested in teaching psychology with just a bachelor's degree: You can teach only at a community college There are really no options available Teaching high school is a good alternative for you You can teach only at a technical school

Teaching high school is a good alternative for you

The TWO types of academic employment settings that have a very limited psychology curriculum are: (CHECK TWO BELOW) Universities Professional psychology schools Medical schools Technical schools Four-year colleges Community colleges

Technical schools Community colleges

Data published in 2005 by the APA Research Office revealed which of the following to be TRUE facts about graduate school tuition? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) The average annual tuition for in-state residents in master's programs is $9150. The average annual tuition for in-state residents in master's programs is $4812. The average annual tuition for in-state residents in doctoral programs is $10,200. The average annual tuition for in-state residents in doctoral programs is $5500.

The average annual tuition for in-state residents in master's programs is $4812. The average annual tuition for in-state residents in doctoral programs is $10,200.

Which of the following are TRUE about attending graduate classes? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) First-year classes are exclusively in your concentration The typical class size is 6 - 20 students The average course load for doctoral programs is 15 - 18 units High expectations are placed on your class participation Students attend more classes later on in their doctoral programs

The typical class size is 6 - 20 students High expectations are placed on your class participation

As a graduate student, you might face times when you have to study intensely just to make a B, while other students seem comfortable in areas you haven't begun to grasp. What you need to know when this happens is that: This is a rare occurrence, so you should just wait it out until it gets better Your struggle is likely a sign that you are not graduate school material This is a natural part of being in a competitive program, and you should approach it as a challenge

This is a natural part of being in a competitive program, and you should approach it as a challenge

This Getting In chapter suggests that, to be successful in graduate school, the most crucial skills of all might be: Time management Research skills The ability to work all the time and be self-motivated Written and oral communication

Time management

Which statement below is TRUE regarding the cost of faculty members' research activities? Trips to conferences to present research findings are often required as part of a faculty member's job, although the faculty member often needs to have won a grant to pay for trips to professional conferences. When faculty seek additional research funding by writing grants, most receive grant support. Universities provide most faculty members with full financial support for their research. term-62A faculty member receives a salary during the summer to do their research.

Trips to conferences to present research findings are often required as part of a faculty member's job, although the faculty member often needs to have won a grant to pay for trips to professional conferences.

Because psychology is such a broad and varied discipline, individuals with widely differing life interests and preferences can find that pursuing an education in psychology matches with their life goals. (T/F)

True

Given that the work is in the legal system, extensive background checks are conducted on people seeking employment as forensic psychologists. Any evidence of drug use and even traffic violations can disqualify a candidate from employment in many positions. (T/F)

True

If you absolutely hate to write or are unwilling to acquire writing skills, you should seriously question whether to pursue a career in psychology. (T/F)

True

Individuals who derive their career goals from careful self-assessment will have less difficulty adjusting to unpredictable changes in work life than those who derive career goals from career aspirations. (T/F)

True

Most master's candidates in psychology are required to have foundation courses in research methods, design, and statistics, and to apply that knowledge in actual research (T/F)

True

Occupational Information Network (2012) reports that a person trained with a neuropsychology specialty that includes board certification is very likely to command a significantly higher median wage than for all other practicing psychologists (clinical, school, and counseling) combined. (T/F)

True

Research-oriented health psychologists often develop strong ties to local clinics and hospitals that can provide them with participants for their research studies. (T/F)

True

There are several categories of career development theories. Theories that suggest individuals adopt a few overall dispositions that attract them to occupations that allow them to derive job satisfaction by expressing their skills are called ____ theories. Attitudinal Trait Developmental Type

Type

Tenure means that fulltime faculty members have stability in their employment. Faculty endure a rigorous, long-term review process before being awarded tenure. Which of the following statements are TRUE about the tenure process? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) To receive tenure, faculty must provide evidence of effectiveness in two of the three major domains (teaching/supervision/mentoring, research, and professional service). Typically in the third year of employment, faculty are reviewed by peers/colleagues as well as by the department chair. Many professional psychology schools do not have a tenure process. Prior to tenure, there is no guarantee of another year of employment. If the faculty member does not receive a favorable tenure review, the faculty member is given one year to find another position. Faculty must apply for tenure in their fifth or sixth year. Posttenure review is typically conducted every three years. Promotion to full professor is typically applied for 10 years after tenure is granted.

Typically in the third year of employment, faculty are reviewed by peers/colleagues as well as by the department chair. Many professional psychology schools do not have a tenure process. Prior to tenure, there is no guarantee of another year of employment. If the faculty member does not receive a favorable tenure review, the faculty member is given one year to find another position. Faculty must apply for tenure in their fifth or sixth year.

Taking into account both clinical and research-oriented forensic psychology graduate programs, the data from Helms (2008) suggests _____ as the best choice. University of Arizona University of Nebraska - Lincoln Simon Fraser University John Jay College of Criminal Justice

University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Health psychology can be divided into three broad areas of study which include all of the following EXCEPT: Issues in health care Wellness and illness Stress and coping Health behaviors

Wellness and illness

Before setting your educational goals, it is recommended that you complete a self-assessment of: Your personal academic strengths and weaknesses Your timeline for completing your education and transitioning to career The courses you enjoy the most The environments in which you learn best

Your personal academic strengths and weaknesses