June 15, 2011

Will the certificate help me get a job?

The certificate offers coursework to give students specialized knowledge in the emerging field of ecopsychology. This may be beneficial to practicing counselors, educators, conservation professionals, and others. 

The certificate offers coursework to give students specialized knowledge in the emerging field of ecopsychology. This may be beneficial to practicing counselors, educators, conservation professionals, and others. 

Examples of future pathways for professionals who hold the Ecopsychology certificate include:

  • Seeking an advanced degree in psychology or other field
  • Seeking professional licensure in their specialty
  • Private practice or agency work with an ecopsychology focus (with appropriate supervision)
  • School counseling with an ecopsychology focus (with appropriate supervision)
  • Outdoor Behavioral Healthcare (i.e., wilderness therapy; with appropriate supervision)
  • Teaching Ecopsychology courses
  • Community organizing / Nonprofit work
  • Creative arts with an eco-therapeutic focus