Masters in Psychology Programs in Massachusetts
(found programs from 29 schools)

In Massachusetts, the most direct path to a mental health career with a master's degree in psychology is to become a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). To be eligible for an LMHC, you must have your master's degree, as well as 3,360 hours of supervised work. You must also pass the National Clinical Mental Health Exam. Salaries for LMHCs vary widely by employer and even by region of the state, but most are in the range of $45,000 to $50,000.

Another career track available is to become a licensed genetic counselor. In order to practice genetic counseling in Massachusetts, you must have a master's degree from a genetic counseling training program certified by the American Board of Genetic Counseling. You will also need to pass a test administered by a certified genetic counseling agency. According to Salary.com, average salaries are in the range of $65,000 to $70,000.

Massachusetts psychology master's programs to consider:

The main campus of Anna Maria College (AMC) is located in Paxton and is just a few minutes-drive from Worcester. The school offers a Master of Arts in counseling psychology.

Assumption College, located in Worcester, was founded by the Augustinians of the Assumption. It still identifies as a Catholic college but is open to students of all faiths. The school offers master's programs in counseling psychology and school counseling. There is also an online program for those pursuing a master's degree in rehabilitation counseling.

Brandeis University, just west of the city of Boston, got its name from a Supreme Court Justice. The school offers a Master of Arts in general psychology as well as a master's degree in genetic counseling.