Masters in Psychology Programs in New Mexico
(found programs from 9 schools)

To become a psychologist in New Mexico, students must not only earn a doctoral degree, but they must also pass an exam. People with master's degrees in psychology, though, may be able to find work in psychology-related fields that do not require a doctoral degree, such as social work and education. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, those with master's degrees in psychology are needed to fill a number of occupations in New Mexico. In 2008, there were over 100 unfilled job openings in the fields of clinical, counseling, and school psychology in New Mexico. There were 80 openings in the area of child, family, and school social work. In total, New Mexico employed over 2,600 psychologists and 2,200 during that year. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, their annual mean salary was over $58,000 in 2010.

At Eastern New Mexico University, students can earn a master's in psychology in counseling or school counseling. The degree will prepare students to earn a license that will allow them to work in one of New Mexico's public schools. New Mexico State University offers a master's degree in psychology, which focuses on general experimental psychology. The degree is excellent preparation for the doctoral program that will lead to New Mexico psychology licensure. New Mexico State University also offers a doctoral degree in psychology. Finally, Santa Fe's Southwestern College provides a mater's degree in counseling, as well as the only master's degree in art therapy in New Mexico. The program places emphasis on experiential learning, so students spend time working in their areas of expertise as part of the curriculum.