5 things I wish I knew before starting grad school (school psychology)
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- Опубликовано: 31 май 2024
- Hello! In this video, I talk about 5 things I wish I had known before starting my school psychology graduate program. Although I had a great year and met many wonderful people in my program, there are definitely certain things I wish I had known before starting my program. Do you agree with my list? Let me know in the comments below!
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I'm a second year school psychology student at George Mason University. I love this field and can't wait to finish my program to start working as a certified school psychologist. Thanks for watching :)
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The first day of class on 8/4/19; I'm 54 years old and nervous! Thanks for the awesome video.
good luck! you got this :)
I know its a year now but congrats. You are awesome!
How did you do?
I'm 54 and I start my 1st class on 6/21/2021. I wanted to know what your experience was during your 1st semester? Assuming you took some time between undergrad and grad, like I did. However, that may not have been the case for you.
Yes I'm 34 disabled and extremely nervous about trying to go back
1. professors treat us as an adult
2. skim and read efficiently
3. Grad is about learn how to write and they will teach us
4. Imposter syndrome seems real
5. Need to take care of ourselves
5. Need to take care of ourselves is important
I’m going to start grad school in the fall after taking a gap year. I’m super excited!
yay good luck!!!
Kam oh my gosh me too!!! good luck to us!
I have been so scared to start. I've only been out of school for two years after undergrad, but i feel like those two years were forever. Even thinking about starting to study for the GRE is stressing me out. But I know i want to get my masters. This video helped me a lot, especially # 4 about imposter syndrome. I always felt like the students getting their masters knew their stuff and were much more professional than I, but you helped me understand that everyone is feeling the same way and we are all learning to be better. Thank you for this video.
thanks so much for watching! I felt super overwhelmed with the application process too but it really helped me to take things one step at a time. I focused just on studying for the GRE and once that was over, I focused just on gathering letters of recommendation, etc. I've been feeling imposter syndrome all over again since I've started internship so I don't think it ever really goes away when you're always learning!
Really helpful I watch this before entering grad school. Soon to be a clinical psychologist.
good luck in grad school!!!
you are living my dream
You wrote this comment 10 months ago. How is grad school going?
Love the tips & the sound effects! 🎉
You remind me a lot of myself when you talk about your thought processes growing up/past experiences. Thank you for this video
Loved the tips on reading and building connections. Def gonna keep that in mind.
Thanks so much for watching! Building connections and networking are so important
these are the videos I needed!! Thank you!!
Love all these videos! Keep it up. Good luck in the new school year!
thank you so much!!
Thanks so much for this video. I'll be going into grad school in 2 years and it's really nice to get a heads up on what to expect.
Thanks for watching, Michael! :-)
Love your videos!You offer great insight into the field! :)
thank you so much!!
I’ve been watching your videos for awhile now, and I just want to tell you how awesome they are! I’m starting my PsyD program in School Psych in 3 weeks and this video is exactly what I needed to hear. Thanks a million 💕
Mady Dalley thank you SO much! Good luck with school!!
Hey, I know this is old but how many years is the PsyD program and what are you planning on doing with it? I'm considering it myself!
this video has been in my watch later for a while and for the past few weeks I had such a feeling about imposter syndrome, even browsed through some reddit threads to make me feel better. Glad you talked about this, I'm gonna take it as a sign. will start grad school in the fall, wish me luck!
good luck!!! i think imposter syndrome gets worse throughout the program because you expect yourself to be more prepared lol! i'm going to be faking it til i finally feel comfortable in my role. you got this!!
I wish I saw this 3 days ago but definitely still so useful while finishing my first week in my program! I’m so glad I’m not alone in the anxiety you get the first semester
good luck!! 👍
Thanks for sharing. I'm now a new graduate student and still working regularly in a NGO. Actually this is my first week of class and suddenly I just feel so overwhelmed.
l love these videos, they're so useful in deciding whether or not this career is for me(:
Could you possible make a video about all the steps taken to get to where you are now? Like what you did before grad school?
hi Erika! deciding to start grad school can be daunting... I've talked about what I did here and there but I can definitely put together an in-depth video about what I did before grad school. Thanks!
Tiffany, thank you so much for this video. I just got accepted into my dream school (Boston University) to enter an MS in Nutritional Science as well as a Didactic Program in Dietetics and I've been torturing myself from imposter syndrome every day this week since I got my acceptance email. Science is heavy and I feel like I just forget everything I learn once the course is done and over with, but the fact that you laid out in this video that 1) most grad students experience some level of imposter and syndrome and that 2) you just have to do the work and show up and you'll succeed helps me feel significantly better.
I hope your career in psychology is going very well! Thanks again!
congratulations!! I feel like most grad students, regardless of the field, feel some sort of imposter syndrome and a sense of inadequacy. Like, what makes us an expert now that we've gotten into a program? Please hype yourself up and practice self care. You're going to do so great!
Thank you for this! I'm researching schools right now and I'm nervous as heck, but very excited.
You got this! :)
Hey! I'm researching school right now too and really looking for all the help I can get! Can you please tell me how you did the research?
You’re amazing! Thank you for your time :)
thanks so much for watching! 🧡
Thanks, lee for sharing your knowledge. I hope this applies to my program.
What program are you in?
Tiffany Lee I recently chose masters of health administration.
I LOVE Your videos! I'm in my final year of undergrad and looking at mental health counseling programs. This is great insight to the future. I am so excited for graduate school :D
Yay! There are a lot of options in the mental health and counseling field! Good luck :D
Did u get ur BA OR BS in psych?
Some good information here, very accurate as well.
relateable, considerate, good advice, and thank you.
ps. your soothing tone is nice, I'm sure it will help in therapy and your future work :]
thanks so much! 😊🧡
I find your videos and your channel really helpful as a soon to be psychology major, so please keep up the good work!
thank you so much!
@@TiffanyLee You're an inspiration!
Fantastic share. Self care for introverts- gotta learn that! Thank you for the authentic share, eye contact and tone made me think we are having a coffee shop conversation.
this comment made my day! i really try to make these videos more personable so i'm glad that came through.
Thank you so much! You help me & give me ideas even though I'm not into masters in psychology. ♥️❤️🌸 God bless you
You're welcome! Thank you for watching 🧡
Thank you for the great advise, i will start Grad School this fall; i am nerveous. However, your advise is so helpful. Thank you !
thanks for watching! you totally got this 👍🏻
Awesome, solid advice. Thanks.
Thanks for watching, Max!!
I loved #4. Thank youuuu
This video is so helpful, thank you! I’m about to start my grad school journey to become a LMFT . I’m so excited but also so nervous and I have the imposter syndrome so bad! Yesss self Care is so vital!
WOO congrats and good luck! imposter syndrome comes and goes for me all the time 😆
Tiffany Lee Thank you so much!! Totally understandable, I’m sure the same will happen to me! Good luck with the rest of your journey! 😁
I'm a post-bac and going back to pursue psychology. I'm between pursuing clinical psychology or neuropsychology. This is very helpful and to the point of what to expect. Thank you!
Thank you for watching!
That's a nice course. In which school, please?
very useful tips thank you ☺️
This video was on point 📍I totally agree!
Thanks Stephan!
First and foremost shout out to your dog! Secondly this was a great video! Very informative! I graduated 2011 with my BA in psych and have been working in education since then. I feel like i need to go back and get my masters. So this was a great video to give me an idea of what to expect! Appreciate you 💯✌🏾 oh and I’m assuming you graduated already since this video is from last year so congrats to you !! 🥳
aw thanks so much for watching and good luck! grad school is tough but so worth it!
Im a Senior Psychology student at GMU looking into grad programs, this is so helpful! thank you :)
yay go patriots! thanks for watching 💚💛
I’ve just started my masters in a psychology conversion course and oh my 👀 was not ready for this content haha this was super reassuring to watch tho, just trying to get settled into a rhythm with online content but I’ll get there 😤🙌
I can totally relate to this! I had no idea what I was getting myself into but you'll get settled in after a few weeks 🙂 you got this!!
Tiffany Lee Thanks so much! ☺️☺️💕
I really happy I found this video. I have applied to grad school and I am very anxious. I am definitely feeling the imposter syndrome.
it's normal to feel a little anxious. good luck!
I'm about to start my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 6 weeks, this was an incredibly helpful video. Thank you!
Congrats and good luck! Thanks for watching😊
How long is your program? This is something I might wanna go into.
@@1998kya The program itself takes about 2-2.5 years depending on your pace. Then you have to work under someone who is already licensed for a certain number of hours (depends on your state) before you can become licensed, so might be another 2-3 years after the schoolwork.
That's awesome. In which college please?
That's awesome. In which college please?
ahhh I love reading and writing! That's definately one of my strengths ; _ ;
omg bless your soul lol I wish reading and writing came easier to me! I love testing and analyzing the data but writing isn't my favorite
Half of the stuff you listed my university prepared us for this my junior and senior year of college.
My current major is computer science but I’m thinking about switching to psychology due to my interest on how the mind truly functions and to help people with their problems. I would always be that friend that people would turn to when they needed advice or someone to talk to and I would enjoy it. The only reason why I choose computer science was basically for the money but I’m not sure what to do
money can make life comfortable but i always believed that you have to love what you do. it sounds like you have good interpersonal skills and you're empathetic. you should consider psychology or other related fields if you're passionate about helping others through counseling, therapy, or assessment!!
Thanks for this video! I'm about to start apps. :) Also you're so pretty girl!
good luck with your applications! they're a lot of work but so worth it
I love this video! I’m currently pursuing my masters in i/o psychology and I can vouch that professors will NOT give you an A if you show up and participate, and do the work. They expect you to be well articulated and write well, so try hard on EVERYTHING bc you never know how hard of a grader a professor will be. I know peers in my cohort who got a 40% on an assignment when I’ve received 90-95%, so push yourself ya’ll!
Thanks for your input ( I hope more people read your comment)!! That's terrifying to know that there are professors who give failing grades... Especially for smaller programs, professors are there to train and groom you, and I don't think their objective is to fail students (unless students absolutely deserve it). Sometimes grading policies can be strict (ie assessment classes) but there are opportunities to redo assignments because their end goal is to make sure we learn the content.
Thank you for making this! I also work in ABA and currently trying to decide what's the next step! Your vids are so insightful and I love learning about your personal experience with the field!
Meagan A aw thanks so much! Did you ever consider getting your bcba?
hi! I'm just thankful I found your video because it gave me some insights that I needed to know in regards to taking this course. I'm a grade 11 student and I REALLY want to pursue this. The only thing that's hindering me are my parents because they think that Psychology is some kind of "crazy" thing to study.
:(
hi! i'm so sorry you're feeling stuck. there is plenty of data and hard facts that support the need for mental health supports now more than ever. school psychology is actually very data driven and we administer a lot of tests and write reports. i recommend presenting the facts to your parents if you want to have that discussion with them. if not, and i totally understand if you're not ready, you still have a lot of time to figure out what you want to do. college is a time for exploration and trying out different things! i declared my psych major my junior year of college and still graduated on time with an additional minor. you don't even need a psych major to get your degree in school psychology! feel free to dm me on instagram if you want to chat more!
Your videos are super helpful! I start my first semester in August, I’m super nervous
Congrats! I'm so excited for you!! A physical planner or digital calendar REALLY helps :D good luck!
Thank you so much ! Are there any other tips you could give for like studying and being organized overall?
Brit _love Congratulations!!
It's been a year, how is it going?
@@blingbling1649 it’s going great! It’s been a new experience of course with this pandemic, but I’m looking forward to Practicum and Internship!
I am in a Design and Technology grad program, but your experience is still very relevant to my major.
That's so neat! We are more alike than different :)
Good and insightful video. The one thing I didn't agree with is getting an A by showing up and doing the work. While sometimes that might be true, in my experience as a graduate student in public administration, there were times I worked really hard and I barely passed with a B or B- :(. In addition to showing up and doing the work, office hours helped me or just sending an email to the teacher to see what they wanted really helped. Also, my program uses a grading rubric to evaluate our assignments. If we don't meet the requirements, our grades can suffer.
Hey Derrick, I'm so glad you mentioned this because all programs are different, especially when it comes to different majors. I can imagine MBA's as being quite competitive as well, but at the end of the day professors should be striving to train and educate us to the best of their ability (not just barely passing us). YES to office hours and communicating with the professor! For me, having a good idea of what the professor expects always helped me to cater my work to their preferences.
@@TiffanyLee Hi Tiffany, thank you for the reply. I agree that it is good for professors to train us well so that we don't barely pass :). Also yes, I find that catering to their preference is also important. Each teacher, just like each boss, is different. It is like learning a new language for each one. Thanks again for your video!
I'm so interested in the work field and I'm glad I found your channel!! Thank you for making these videos. What job/internship experience would you suggest for a person to do that is interested in this field?
hi lily! i would definitely recommend working with children or in the school system to familiarize yourself with the field. some suggestions are volunteering or working as an aid in a public school, preschool teacher, ABA therapist, and after school activities teachers (tutoring, sports, etc.). being part of an ed. psych research lab is another way to learn more about the field!
Thanks for sharing
I'm starting grad school today for my counseling psychology program. I wish I had known about imposter syndrome during my undergrad but I'm glad to know about it now :)
I'm starting classes today too!! GOOD LUCK YOU GOT THIS!
I’m a current junior at GMU!! And I’m interested in this program so this helps so much thank you so much for all of the information!!!❤️❤️❤️
Hi, great video. I’m currently a psychology major im on my third year of undergrad and planning to get my masters in school psychology. so for grad school it’s a 3 year program, but you graduate in 2 years? then jump into internship on your 3rd one? or it’s graduation after completing all 3 years?
I just finished my bachelor's degree in psychology and super scared of master's
Congrats on finishing your bachelors!! You got this :-)
you got this!! I just finished my first semester. as a freshman. I can't wait to finish my master's in psychology!!
@@TheNegotiator66 thank you 💙 and all the best for you future
Me too. :/
@@CarolWalker all the best 😊
I dropped out due to imposter syndrome :( thankfully my program welcomed me back with no problem, (returning this summer!) but I wish I knew how BAD it could get
Hey Tiffany! Thanks for making this video :) I graduated from undergrad last Spring and I'm looking into applying for specialist level school psychology programs for the fall of 2021. I'm wondering, how competitive were the programs you applied to/do you know how competitive these specialist level programs tend to be regarding their admissions? I think I'm a pretty good candidate (3.7ish undergrad gpa and research experience + experience working with kids) but I'm very anxious about this whole process. Thanks again! :)
Hey Rachael! It's normal to be a little anxious about the process. It really depends on the program you're applying to but I think it's generally less competitive than a Ph.D. program in school psychology. I have a video coming out soon where Dr. Barrett and I answer your question! Generally, any research and experience with children will give you a leg up. I would focus the most on your essay and interview :D
Great video
thank you!
As an undergrad I struggle with self care i tend to forget that not everything has to be school related. 😩 so this year im splurging and going to my first concert 👌
yay!! self-care is so important! hope you enjoy your concert
self care is so hard during school... I feel you on that
Just a quick question for you, Tiffany. How competitive was the application process. How many people applied & how many people received a spot?
Just a thought, Thanks!
hey! I don't have exact stats but there were around 40 people called in for interview day and 13 people accepted this year. I'm not sure how many applied to our program but school psych programs are usually smaller than most graduate programs.
@@TiffanyLee Wow, thats a lot of people who didn't make the cut. Scary.
After watching the TV show NBC's "Community"
I have this fantasy about going to college and writing TV shows that take place around college or there students with different genres of stories. Do you think there should be more TV shows that take place in grad school because there's some many teen shows?
I have ideas for college shows. Comedies like "Victorious" or "Friends", action/fighting, mystery-drama, drama's like "the O.C". , suspense maybe like "Riverdale" or "Mr.Robot", sci-fi like "Roswell" or "Smallville" , and even rom-com stories
Hey I LOVE Community! I feel like shows and movies about college are interesting because of the diversity of academic areas and just the overall "college" experience. I feel like grad school is typically focused on one area of study (i.e. history or writing or law, etc) so it's not as interesting. That being said, there are shows about law school or medical school that I enjoy- I just don't know if school psychology would make a good drama hahah
@@TiffanyLee Criminal Minds Spencer Reid, The Mentalist and the short lived TV show Mind Games😁 and maybe Charlie Sheen's sitcom Anger Management could be good examples 😁. And Prison Break style show for engineering students
@@romaldocasasmadridiii2354 omg I’ve been binging criminal minds the past few months!
Hello! Just graduated with a Bachelor’s here in California! If God permits, I’m planning to go to grad school next Fall, but I’m trying to get some experience this year and also save up some money to be prepared. I’m not 100% sure which field of psychology I may want to do my Master’s in-maybe counseling or school psychology. If anyone has advice on what step to do next-school-wise or career-wise-let me know it would be greatly appreciated! God bless and take care!
I'd also look at ABA also. Counselling and School Psychology are fairly reliable depending on licensure requirements but MS in psychology with an emphasis in ABA isn't a bad either. And while the science is mostly applied to ASD, it's really versatile. Hope this helps.
@@andresimmons2464 Thanks a lot! God bless!
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Hi! I am planning on going into a school counseling masters program as well! I am taking at least one year off, but I am scared that wont be enough time to recover from burnout. I have a few very strong letters of rec from professors lined up, so I was wondering what that would look like a few years out? Can I ask my professors in a few years to write me letters of rec even if I took their classes years ago? I know a good amount of schools require professor letters of rec, so I'm just nervous on missing out on that.
If you keep in touch with them and they can still write you a strong letter, that should be fine; however, if you've been working or helping out at research lab, you should be able to get letters from your manager. They will have good insight on your work ethic and passions, especially if you're in a related field. I didn't need any academic recommendation letters (and honestly didn't have any after three gap years) so asked my employers
Thanks for sharing, I just started grad school this summer. You are right! But, did you work full-time or part-time while going to grad school?
I worked 40+ hours during the entire first year of grad school. I decreased my hours drastically my second year to focus on coursework. It’s doable but not easy!
I’m also a math/science person and I’m considering becoming a school psychologist, but I’m a bit scared of the transition to a social services type career. What was your major reason in choosing school psychology?
I was always interested in psychology and human behavior but I didn't know exactly what I wanted to do in undergrad. Working for a few years in different fields led me to this career path and I'm pretty happy with it right now. My math and analytical skills have helped me soar through statistics courses and data analysis (including testing)! I did have to work harder with writing reports and reading/analyzing research though so it's a trade off (but hopefully your program will train you to be well acquainted with all aspects of the field)
I have my undergraduate degrees in psychology and elementary education both with GPAs of 3.9. I got accepted into a masters special education program but I want to become a psychologist in the future. Is there any chance that I would get accepted into the phd program? I first want to gain experience as a teacher for kids with disabilities.
Teaching usually gives you great experience and an upper hand in graduate school applications but it'll be a long journey if you're starting your first master's now. Most Ph.D. programs like to see research experience in any capacity so it may be helpful to look for some opportunities during your master's program!
hi! i'm doing my undergrad in applied psych and was wondering if i could get a general idea of what pre-requisites psych grad programs require :)
I recommend searching specific programs you're interested in to find the list of pre-requisites! It might differ program to program. If you have a psych bachelors, it should cover most of it (stats, abnormal psych, etc)
Hey there I dont know if you'll get this but my biggest concern (especially as an immigrant) is the state certification for school Psychology. If I happen to become certified as a school psychologist in one state does that allow me to work in any state? Would I have to become recertified if I decide to change states? Also does where you decide to go to grad school ultimately determine where you'll have to work?
A lot of school psychs are able to find internships or jobs across states. Some states require additional certifications or training while some only require the NCSP or nothing at all. It really depends and I suggest that you ask people that are currently working in the state you want to move to!
@@TiffanyLee thank you Miss Lee
Hi, I start graduate school for the same program but in NYC. How much was your overall tuition costs for 3 years ? I’m so excited to attended graduate school in the fall , but it seems a bit pricey (I’m taking out loans).
My tuition was about 35k for 66 credits throughout the three years. I was in-state and received a discount for working at a school during my training. The out-of-state tuition for each credit is about 2.5x in-state. How much is yours??
I'm planning to start MA Psychology on January 2022.
I'm honestly anxious.
it's scary but it'll be ok and so worth it! hope it's going well :D
Hi, is PREPaRE Trainers a big parameter to value a professor of school psychology?
it's good background to have, for sure, but not necessary. you can always get trained after graduating!
Hi, I’m also interested in going to graduate school for the same psychology program. I was wondering if working during grad school is difficult? Would you recommend it ?
It's not easy but it's definitely possible!! I worked two jobs during my first semester and then had to drop one to focus on school. Most of my classmates also had jobs (assistantships, babysitting, coaching, counseling). Hope this helps!
I have a question. What are some things that school psycholigst can do during the summer.?
Some of my colleagues have taught at summer school programs, served at restaurants, and tutored. Others have a year long contract or take some testing cases through the district or private companies. That's a great question!
Hi Tiffany. Donald here. Just wanna know your take with my case. I am a BA Music grad. Had 10 years experience with kids and was studying Neuro Developmental related subjects along the way coz my job was about Sensory and Motor integration for early learners. Now I am thinking to take psychology for masters (if possible to connect my past) and just wanna ask if this will be possible. Thanks for the reply and love your video. Wishin you all the best always!
I think your unique background in music and children makes you a great candidate for school psychology. Many programs expect or require some psych classes so I would definitely check with the programs that you're interested in to see if you need to take any extra classes. Good luck!
Thanks Tiff!
I'm starting my first day 2.5 yr program, I am so nervous!
Sarah nez good luck! YOU GOT THIS!! 👏🏻
Is going to a NASP accredited school very important in California, will make it hard to get a job if the school is not accredited?
i think it's important since it helps ensure that you're in a well designed program BUT i think california has their own laws for credentialing and might require other things instead. i would double check with CASP and the department of education in your state!
I’m currently a psychology major but I’m thinking of continuing to grad school to get a Psy.D. My only worry is the public speaking aspect. Is there a lot of public speaking in grad school??
Soccerlover41997 Finland I would say generally yes. I’ve had to do a lot of presentations in my program along with a lot of discussion based classes. I’m terrible with public speaking but I’m trying to get over my anxiety and practice as much as I can before I start working. Im not sure if it’s very different for Psy.D. programs but for grad school in general, I would say there is a decent amount of public speaking that’s required
Currently in my third year of a Clinical Psy.D. program. Oh boy, it is a lot of work. The difference here is the emphasis on clinical practice and assessments. However, you will be expected to do a lot of presentations in class and a few academic poster presentations with other professionals. It is a lot of work and you really have to be mentally prepared for it. Best piece of advice I can give is to make sure to organize your finances. Some people are able to work while completing their Psy.D, but most can't. You need to make sure you have time for classes, studying, and clinical practicum first and foremost. Next, you want to have some availability for those group projects and assessment write ups, and somehow still leave room for self-care. Administering the WAIS-IV or the Rorschach can be very time consuming, depending on the client (upwards of 4 hours). I was able to maintain a job for the first 2 years, now I don't have time for working after adding my dissertation into the mix. It'll be worth it in the end, but you really need a support system throughout the process. Being in a doctoral program of any kind means sacrifice. You sacrifice your time, friends who can't understand the level of demand your program requires, romantic relationships (strained/ruined or just non-existent), sleep, and your social life (to an extent). Make sure to make friends in the program to counteract all of this!
if you dont mind me asking, how was your financial aid package at gmu? im really thinking about going applying there for this program.
Jaelynn Jarman they offer a loan but I have enough loans from undergrad so I just saved up before applying! Some people just took on more loans, applied for scholarships, or work on campus.
Jaelynn Jarman it’s still a really great program that will prepare you to be a well-rounded psychologist with a guaranteed job 👍🏻
Tiffany Lee thanks for such a quick reply! i go to howard and want to stay in the area so it’s definitely a top choice for me currently.
im freaking out. how hard was it to get in? is this Psyd or PhD with MA in route?
I did the specialist degree (MA + 30 credits). PhD programs are generally more competitive. The application process and coursework were stressful but manageable! Feel free to reach out on instagram if you have any questions @schoolpsychtiffany
Thanks for the video! Did you go to grad school right after your undergrad?
Hello! I took three years off before going back to grad school. I gained experience working with children and saved money for tuition during that time so it worked out for me personally
@@TiffanyLee That's great! Did you work for free school or that type of place? Also, I have some questions, but may I keep asking here, or would you mind if I PM you?
I worked as an ABA therapist and then transitioned to a private school where I became the program director. Feel free to DM me on instagram @ schoolpsychtiffany :D
@@TiffanyLee I see. Thank you!
Hi there! Did you work full time as a full time student? I have to pay back student loans from USFca ($40k). What do you suggest? I’m applying to scholarships, but fear I won’t get it. Any suggestions?
That's a great question! Grad school is pretty demanding and tuition can be really expensive. I recommend that you check out my video with Jackie- we talk all about finances and how we balance work and school. I worked more than 40 hours during my first year and then quit my second year to focus on school (I took on a few testing cases throughout the month to help pay bills). It's a lot of work but it's definitely possible!
@@TiffanyLee Oh i already watched that :D
Another option might be to save up for a year or two before starting grad school to pay your tuition up front? There's definitely no simple answer because it's so time consuming and expensive☹️ please let me know if you want to chat more about it on instagram dms!
What made you choose school psychology versus other mental health professions (counselor/therapist, psychiatrist, etc.)?
That's a great question! My background in psychology and interest in research based practices and assessment led me to school psychology rather than counseling. I love that school psychology includes counseling in many districts though! Although I am very interested in psychiatry, I think medical school is too rigorous for me LOL
Is it worth getting the PhD in School Psychology if you primarily want to work in schools?
i dont think so
@@TiffanyLee Thank you.
Any tips/experience about having a dog in grad school?
Dogs are so loving and therapeutic but I don't think I could take good care of one without extra support systems around me. You can definitely do it but you won't have the luxury of studying wherever you want and spending extra time at school. If you have friends or family who are willing to help out time to time, that would be the best scenario👌🏻
@@TiffanyLee thank you💕💕
I'm starting my master's in experimental psych next fall and I'm nervous as hell. The impostor syndrome one is soooooo real, I'm positive I'm gonna have to deal with a lot of that
Experimental psych sounds so cool! A lot of times, I find myself just faking it until I finally feel comfortable😂
We started at the same rime
Hey Thanks for sharing these tips and this video. I'm a first year in Clinical Psych program.. I do have a question how do you skim read? Because currently I have a class where he is giving us so much reading and I feel like I write notes look at it but I spend to much time not them, I don't know if you could explain that further? Like how to understand the article enough to answer essay questions.
I think it really depends on the type of reading material and assignments/discussions. For discussion based classes, I make sure I have the general gist of the reading and make notes of some important or intriguing topics that I can bring up or question during class. For research articles, I generally tend to read the purpose, methods, and discussion. If you need to know the nitty gritty, then definitely do go ahead and read everything and take note! but no one has time to do ALL of the reading in such detail and depth!!
Most of my professors are racist. They say the most outrageous comments like 'some Zulu people benefited from colonialism' or assigning a text that quotes Rodney King, but doesn't mention he's African American and that he was beaten senseless by police officers; no mention they didn't have to face any consequences for police misconduct, either. I've tried filing a grievance with the university but they only gaslight my situation and give me the runaround. No support whatsoever. I'm only an undergrad senior, but I'm in my mid-40's and be much happier if my work was independent research. #praiseJesus
#praiseJesus
I'm so sorry you're experiencing this. While my program tries to teach and preach diversity and equity, I'm learning that implicit bias is inevitable. This also goes for schools and school districts. It's really unfortunate but that's why we need more POC and diversity in all fields and leadership.
I head you get good grades easily in grad school but I hear different stories from my friends in stem grad programs
STEM grad programs might be different. My program was very intensive and tough but as long as you put in the work, you were pretty much good to go. Professors should strive for your success and want you to do well
@@TiffanyLee Thank you! In my classes a lot of people do not do well and there is a curve. Some people say getting a B in grad school is bad 😮. I try my best but the material is hard. Thanks for the response 😃
Were you able to work full time and go to grad school?
yes, but it wasn't easy! i worked full time for the first year and a half of grad school at a private school and took a step back this past semester to focus on school, YT, and cognitive assessments
@@TiffanyLee Oh ok good to know so what year are you on currently for that program, and do you see alot of males in this field or getting into this field?
I'm currently a second year with one semester left! There's definitely a need for more male psychologists in the schools. We have two in my cohort out of 13 people
@@TiffanyLee oh ok thats understandable thank you so much for the information as far as your Bachelor's degree do you think the work is way harder or what makes it more challenging?
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How do you finance your grad school education?
That's a great question! Some programs provide funding or assistantship positions that pay for your courses and housing. Personally, I worked for a few years before starting school and had enough in my savings to pay up front. I also worked several jobs during grad school to pay for tuition and lived with my parents. Some of my friends have found scholarships or work full time during school but it's definitely tough. I'll see if I can gather some resources for a video on this topic. Thanks!
@@TiffanyLee Thanks!
I'm considering a career change from SPED teacher in California as an non-citizen. I have some savings but am most likely have to work and seek additional funding. I'm likely be a permanent resident in a few years and also hoping that federal student loan forgiveness would still be in effect when I am eligible.
Anyhow, a video about different funding options would be really helpful. Thanks for the videos!
Im going to be a doctor
good luck! that's so exciting:D
Undergrad also expects you to be an adult.
..... Is psychology all about feelings? Can you work while in grad school + If I'll be 48 when I graduate - is it still worth being a psychologist?
i think psychology is analytical and very data driven (for the most part). We look at research and testing data to make decisions, which is why i enjoy it so much. I worked while I was in graduate school- and I know others who do as well- so I think it'll be possible! If you feel really passionate about the field and you find a program that fits your lifestyle, I think you should pursue it.
@@TiffanyLee Are you going to be a psychologist? If so what kind? I think health psychology looks good also mental health....How many hours is grad school?
I'm going to be a school psychologist working with children. Most SP graduate programs are around 60 hours.
@@TiffanyLee 60 hrs a week , if that's so how many weeks or months of internships?
Jeff Meisner I meant 60 credits for the program! It takes around 2 years of full time courses and then the internship is basically like a full time job (~40 hours per week). Hope this helps!
Hey!! I want to pursue my masters abroad, I'm from India. And in this process, i found your video, and honestly, this was the most genuine video I've come across so far! I'm really looking for some help because I'm very confused. Is there any way to connect with you? Via Gmail or something? I have a few doubts and I'd be really grateful if you could help me out :')
please send me a dm on instagram @schoolpsychtiffany! I would love to connect and try to answer any questions you have 🧡
Hi! Can I ask what you majored in for college? :)
I studied psychology and minored in business
Tiffany Lee was it a BA or BS? I am still quite confused on the matter. Thank you so much!
I got a BA because that's what my university (NYU) had but I know some schools offer BS degrees! I don't think it matters if you're interested in going to graduate school as long as it's a degree in psychology.
Are you not expected to be an adult in undergrad?🤔
I think it depends on the population but for the typical, privileged middle-class student, it's a time for them to continue their education without the supervision of their parents and structure of school. Basically, transitioning to adulthood imo😂
Thats me in my first semester of a clinical psych in grad sql: OVERWHELMED
Also I found everything in this video very helpful, I can relate to a lot of what you said:)
there's just so much to take in! good luck!
@@TiffanyLee exactly, thank youuu!
I know this is a super old video but I have questions and I just dont know where to find the answers😂😂 I'm from South Africa, and I'm looking into maybe doing my masters in the US. I know it differs from university to university, but generally, what is the application/selection process like? Here only about 10 people get in at every uni, so it's ridiculously competitive, is it the same there as well? Also silly question but is grad school the same as masters lol. THANK YOU!
Mieke D hi! Grad school is the same as getting a master’s 😄 it just means any form of graduate school so it could also be your doctorate. It is pretty competitive here as well, from what I know. School psych master’s programs are typically small cohort models 10-15 students (number of applicants depends on the program). I know one in Maryland that got around 100 applicants and ours around 75 this past year. Don’t let this discourage you though! With good experience and passion, you have a good chance! Hope this helps.