Where Do Behavioral Psychologists Work?

Behavioral psychologists typically work in schools (i.e. elementary, middle, junior high, and high), social service agencies, hospitals, clinics, treatment facilities, nursing homes, private practices, research labs, and businesses.

What do you do as a behavioral psychologist?

Behavioral psychology professionals assume that since all behavior is learned through the conditioning that occurs during interactions with an individual's environment, it can be analytically studied and observed. Behavioral psychologists also analyze how human actions affect decision-making processes.

What kind of job can you get with a behavioral psychology degree?

Common behavioral psychology careers include:
  • Correctional officer.
  • Behavior therapist.
  • School counselor.
  • Market researcher.
  • Mental health counselor.
  • Social worker.
  • Family therapist.
  • Psychiatric nurse.
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