Organizational psychologists analyze the performance of people at work, how they relate to co-workers and the organizational environment. They assist in personnel selection, training and development and consult with management for improved productivity. Psychometric and quantitative psychologists focus on the methods and techniques used to acquire and apply psychological knowledge. A psychometrist devises intelligence, personality, and aptitude evaluation tests. Quantitative psychologists assist researchers in psychology or other fields to design experiments and interpret the results.
Forensic psychologists work in the criminal and civil justice field.
They possess the requisite knowledge to determine if a defendant can withstand trial or if an accident victim has suffered physical or neurological damage. Your career path in psychology is shaped in part by your level of education. As a student you learn principles of human behavior as well as gain expertise in interviewing techniques, questionnaire design and analysis and methods of teaching. A bachelor's degree in psychology equips you for entry-level positions in mental health care centers, vocational rehabilitation offices, and correctional programs. A master's degree, which is a two year full-time study program further widens your avenues.