PSY 150 Final

The average salary for media buyers in 2018 was about: $40,000 $48,000 $51,000 $108,000

$51,000

Most employers look at a resume for about ______. 20-30 seconds 30-60 seconds 1-2 minutes 3-5 minutes

20-30 seconds

Which of the following is a drawback of working as a neuropsychologist in an academic setting? Expensive lab equipment is needed The time spent writing grants The decreased salary compared to other academic psychologists A and B only All of the above

A and B only

Becoming an occupational therapy assistant requires: A bachelor's degree A bachelor's degree and certification in occupational therapy A master's degree or higher A master's degree and certification in occupational therapy

A bachelor's degree and certification in occupational therapy

Your friend Whitney has a lot of great skills, but has not had many experiences yet. Which type of resume should she probably use? A chronological resume A functional resume

A functional resume

In nonprofit organizations, the highest-paid position is: A program assistant A program director A direct service position A case worker

A program director

The freedom to study whatever interests you is typically a perk of working in: The military Industrial settings Government Academia

Academia

Developmental psychologist study emotional, cognitive, physical, and social development in: Infants and children Adolescents and young adults Middle-aged adults and elderly adults All of the above

All of the above

Forensic examiners can work with: Cases involving the insanity plea Divorce cases Child custody cases Personal injury cases All of the above

All of the above

Health psychologists can study: How biology, environment, and behavior influence health and illness Ways to promote healthy behavior How to prevent and treat illness All of the above

All of the above

Health psychologists working in public health settings: Conduct research on health issues Consult with health organizations and other professionals Develop and implement programs Get involved in public policy C and D only All of the above

All of the above

When people enter clinical psychology, they are trained in: Assessment and diagnosis Intervention or treatment Consultation All of the above

All of the above

Which of the following is a REQUIRED course in the psychology major at ISU? General Psychology (PSY 101) Statistics in Psychology (PSY 375) Developmental Psychology (PSY 266) Personality Psychology (PSY 362) A and B only All of the above

All of the above

Which of the following is considered by the authors to be a "transferable skill" learned by psychology majors? Having an understanding of human behavior Being able to find and synthesize information Using the scientific method and statistical skills Being able to think critically and solve problems Adaptability A and B only All of the above

All of the above

With a bachelor's degree, you can pursue a career as a: Teacher Childcare worker Teacher assistant Early childhood behavioral specialist A, B, and C only All of the above

All of the above

With a bachelor's degree, you can work as: A fitness instructor A recreational worker A P.E. teacher A coach A sport reporter A and B only All of the above

All of the above

If you're interested in working in a nonprofit organization with a bachelor's degree, you could be a _______. Program assistant Program coordinator Program director Any of the above

Any of the above

When investigating majors to choose from, it's recommended that you use ______ as a resource. Professors Departments Current students Former students Any of the above would be a good resource

Any of the above would be a good resource

Which of the following is one of the "rules" offered by the authors for choosing a major? Be an active participant in choosing a major Allow a close friend to determine your major for you Your college major will lock you into a career Personality doesn't matter for selecting a major-only your work ethic matters

Be an active participant in choosing a major

When your doctor orders a cholesterol test, the sample is likely analyzed by a: Clinical laboratory technician Psychiatric technician Forensic science technician Pharmacy technician

Clinical laboratory technician

Bill was in a car accident that damaged the frontal lobe of his brain. He needs to see a professional who can determine the extend of the damage, and help him recover. Bill should see a: Psychiatric technician Clinical laboratory technologist Cognitive neuropsychologist Clinical neuropsychologist

Clinical neuropsychologist

_______ neuropsychology involves more application of findings than ___ neuropsychology. Cognitive; clinical Clinical; cognitive

Clinical; cognitive

______ do research to see how neural activity translates into mental activity. Biopsychologists Cognitive neuropsychologists Clinical neuropsychologists All of the above

Cognitive neuropsychologists

Which of the following statements is/are TRUE of cognitive psychologists? Select all that apply. Cognitive psychologists can study perceptions, memory, reasoning, problem solving, attention, or learning Cognitive psychologists conduct research and develop theories to explain why our minds work the way they do Cognitive psychologists can consult with companies that crease software Cognitive psychologists are responsible for training employees and educating them on salaries and benefits Cognitive psychologists oversee company projects from start to finish, managing and directing the employees involved

Cognitive psychologists can study perceptions, memory, reasoning, problem solving, attention, or learning Cognitive psychologists conduct research and develop theories to explain why our minds work the way they do Cognitive psychologists can consult with companies that crease software

____ psychologists focus more on appreciating human diversity and multicultural issues. Clinical Counseling

Counseling

______ programs are more likely to admit students who already have mater's degrees. Counseling psychology Clinical psychology Substance abuse Social work

Counseling psychology

With a graduate degree, one could work as a(n) _________, which use statistics to analyze large databases for patterns of consumer habit. This can help companies develop targeted marketing programs. Advertising clerk Data scientist Social media strategist Information officer

Data scientist

Of the professions described in this chapter, a(n) _____ would be the most likely to investigate a question like, "Why do some spaces feel comfortable to people while others feel threatening?" Cognitive psychologist Training specialist User experience strategist Design psychologist

Design psychologist

The creators of a children's television program would consult with a ____ for research-based advice on the development appropriateness of the show. Developmental psychologist working as a media consultant Gerontology aide Scientist-practitioner Nonprofit program assistant

Developmental psychologist working as a media consultant

Which of the following is NOT one of the APA's five broad goals for psychology education? Communication Scientific inquiry and critical thinking Effective therapy Professional development

Effective therapy

Fitness instructors work only with adults who have special needs or disabilities. True False

False

Graduate programs in research psychology must have APA accreditation. True False

False

In counseling psychology, more emphasis is placed on disturbed functioning than on normative functioning. True False

False

Most psychology doctorates work as therapists. True False

False

School psychologists working in school settings provide assessment and consultation; those working in private settings do not. True False

False

Social psychologists work exclusively in academia. True False

False

Sport psychologists are involved with competitive sports only. True False

False

The majority of forensic psychologists work as criminal profilers. True False

False

The majority of students who major in psychology go on to graduate school. True False

False

To become a substance abuse counselor, a person must obtain a master's degree or higher. True False

False

To become an early childhood behavioral specialist, you must obtain a master's degree. True False

False

To get involved in research, it is recommended that you send a mass email to all psychology faculty expressing your interest and availability. True False

False

Most majors at ISU require courses in ____. Foundational studies and foreign languages Foundational studies, electives, and the major requirements Psychology, sociology and anthropology Foundational studies and major requirements only

Foundational studies, electives, and the major requirements

Which of the following are potential benefits of internships? Select all that apply. Getting skills that are relevant to your career Getting to try out a career setting Learning what to expect Getting a chance for personal development Learning about your own likes and dislikes Making contacts in the field

Getting skills that are relevant to your career Getting to try out a career setting Learning what to expect Getting a chance for personal development Learning about your own likes and dislikes Making contacts in the field

An advantage of working in human resources is ________; a disadvantage is ______. Getting to travel a lot; having to manage employees Getting to help people and solve problems; tedious administrative work Tedious administrative work; having to work constantly with people An exceptionally high salary; having to travel a lot

Getting to help people and solve problems; tedious administrative work

Which of the following topics can be studied by psychologists? Select all that apply. Human behavior Animal behavior Social relationships Human development Adult aging

Human behavior Social relationships Human development Adult aging

Anna is very talented artistically, and wishes to combine her artistic talents with her love of psychology research. Of the careers described in this chapter, which would best suit Anna. Employee relations specialist Executive assistant Industrial design assistant Consultant

Industrial design assistant

A primary disadvantage of working as a real estate agent is: Having to work in a cubicle A flexible schedule Irregular commission Lack of room for advancement

Irregular commission

According to this chapter, ______ often feel more hopeful about the offenders they work with compared to workers in similar careers. Correctional officers Juvenile detention workers Police officers Forensic science technicians

Juvenile detention workers

Which of the following are DISADVANTAGES of working as a school psychologist in private practice? Select all that apply. Lack of access to the child's learning environment Having to travel frequently between schools Overhead costs Low job security

Lack of access to the child's learning environment Overhead costs

If you are mainly interested in criminal profiling, the authors of our text recommend that you pursue a career in: Forensic psychology Law enforcement Probation and parole enforcement Forensic science

Law enforcement

In terms of what they value in applicants, psychology graduate school faculty are most in agreement about ____. Clinically-related public service, GRE scores, and letters of recommendation Interview performance, GRE scores, and GPA GPA, research experience, and extracurricular activities Letters of recommendation, GPA, and applicant goals

Letters of recommendation, GPA, and applicant goals

Which of the following were named as DISADVANTAGES of becoming a teacher? Select all the apply. Limited time off Limited opportunities for advancement Burnout Poor benefits

Limited opportunities for advancement Burnout

What is the primary disadvantage of working as a science technician? A low salary A limited job market Unpredictable work hours and scheduling Limited opportunities to do your own research

Limited opportunities to do your own research

Psychology _____ programs tend to be more traditions and focus on research and writing compared to psychology _______ programs. Psy.D.; Ph.D. Ph.D.; Psy.D.

Ph.D.; Psy.D.

Which of the following is a primary role of a sport psychologist? Select all that apply. Practice Research Teaching

Practice Research Teaching

Clinical psychologists are more likely to work in ______ than in _____. Private practices; outpatient clinics Outpatient clinics; private practices

Private practices; outpatient clinics

Dr. Alvarez is looking for help developing a reliable measure of intelligence. She should see out a(n)_______. Cognitive psychologist Social psychologist Psychmetrician Evolutionary Psychologist

Psychmetrician

__________ can be available for many students, not just those with special needs. School psychologists in private settings Early childhood behavioral specialists School psychologists in school settings School counselors

School counselors

According to this chapter, which professional may experience professional "isolation"? Early childhood behavior specialists School psychologists School counselors Teacher assistants

School psychologists

Emily enjoys her psychology research courses, but doesn't like the idea of working in a lab conducting studies. She loves to write, and would rather just write about results for others to read. Which job from this chapter would likely suit Emily? Acquisitions editor Grant writer Science writer Technical writer

Science writer

______ can work with any age group; _____ typically work with middle school ages and above. Sports instructors; coaches Coaches; sport instructors

Sport instructors; coaches

Two-year community colleges usually focus more on ____ than on _______. Research; teaching Student interaction; research Teaching; research Student interaction; teaching

Teaching; research

______ typically work to help employees solve computer problems, while ______ work to help customers solve technical problems with products Technical support specialists; help desk technicians Help desk technicians; technical support specialists

Technical support specialists; help desk technicians

Composting a reference manual for computer software would most likely be the job of a ______. Science writer Grant writer Development editor Technical writer

Technical writer

An advantage of working as a fitness instructor or recreational worker is: Working exclusively with adults The chance to work in diverse employment settings The high salary The state certification required

The chance to work in diverse employment settings

Which of the following is a disadvantage of working as a physical therapy assistant? The difficulty finding work Low salaries The requirement of advanced education and training The physical demand of the job

The physical demand of the job

What does an "actuary" do? They use mathematics, statistics, and computer science to analyze an organization's operations They help companies use their technology resources effectively They estimate the statistical probability of risk, like risk of death, injury, property loss, or financial risk They help companies pick the software and infrastructure that best suits their needs

They estimate the statistical probability of risk, like risk of death, injury, property loss, or financial risk

________ provide service that assist in the process of a trial, like doing research with mock trials and mock juries. Correctional officers Probation officers Police psychologists Trial consultants

Trial consultants

Alice is seeking a career as a public relations specialist, for which she only needs a bachelor's degree. True False

True

Clinical neuropsychology is currently considered one of the leading careers for psychologists. True False

True

Health psychologists working in academic settings may earn higher salaries than other professors. True False

True

Human factors psychologists study human error so that they can design equipment to prevent error. True False

True

In general, Psy.D. programs tend to be more expensive than Ph.D. programs True False

True

Interviewers will look for reasons NOT to hire you. True False

True

It is recommended that you avoid talking about personal mental health or experience with therapy in personal statements. True False

True

Learning about psychology research methods could help with a sport reporter career. True False

True

One advancement of working as a correctional officer is job security. True False

True

One advantage listed, for a career in insurance underwriting, is possibility of advancement. True False

True

PhD programs tend to place equal focus on science and practice. True False

True

Psychologists who work in correctional psychology careers typically report enjoying their work. True False

True

Research psychologists who do not want to work in academia have many other options for careers. True False

True

Some majors are just better suited for certain personalities. True False

True

The median salary for all budget analysts was found to be $75,240. True False

True

To work as a child life specialist, you need a bachelor's degree and certification. True False

True

When you're offered a job, it is appropriate to request time to think about the offer. True False

True

When performing a self-assessment, for choosing a major, the authors recommend that you FIRST: Get recommendations from advisors or career counselors Pick a major that sounds profitable Identify your skills by writing about your accomplishments Use career assessment tools

Use career assessment tools

When seeking a job after graduation, the chapter recommends FIRST: Reading job ads in local papers Visiting the career center Looking for jobs that are seeking psychology majors Looking at online resources

Visiting the career center

Which of the following is a DISADVANTAGE of working as a sport instructor or coach? Facing opposition from clientele Being forced to work with a sport you don't like Working irregular hours Meeting publication deadlines

Working irregular hours