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According to the module, what distinguishes psychology majors from other students? A. High in Openness and High in Empathy B. High Intelligence C. Interest in statistics D. Very high SAT scores - A. High in Openness and High in Empathy What is not an explicit learning goal put forth by the APA for undergraduate psychology majors? A. Understanding Research Methods in psychology B. Communication Skills C. Helping People D. Critical Thinking Ability E. Information Technology and Literacy - C. Helping People According to the module, how many years after completion of your Bachelor's degree does it take to become a psychologist? A. 1- B. 3- C. 5- D. 10 - C. 5- According to the Module, how many psychology majors typically go on to graduate school? A. 1% B. 5%

C. 25%

D. 50%

E. 75%

F. 90% - B. 5%

According to the module, what is the first thing you should do to succeed in any college course? A. Take good notes B. Read the textbook C. Participate in class D. Carefully read the Syllabus E. Study for the first test - C. Carefully read the Syllabus According to the module, 61% of psychology majors enter the workforce upon completion of a Bachelor's degree work in A. Community Mental Health B. Education C. Business & Industry D. Government Agencies E. Research & Technology - C. Business & Industry Problem-solving & drawing conclusions about behavior are descriptors that go with which of the 5 competencies for the psychology major? A. Communication B. Scientific Inquiry & Critical Thinking C. Knowledge Base of Psychology D. Leadership & Teamwork

E. Ethical & Social Responsibility - B. Scientific Inquiry & Critical Thinking According to the module, which of the following is NOT advice provided by human resource specialists to get you hired? A. Do your research on a company before interviewing B. If you get a call or email from a potential employer, respond right away C. Send a thank you email after an interview D. Wear a suit to an interview E. All of these are recommended to get you hired - E. All of these are recommended to get you hired What is the primary professional organization for psychologists in the U.S.? A. American Psychiatric Association B. American Psychological Association C. National Institute on Mental Health D. National Mental Health Alliance E. American Medical Association - B. American Psychological Association The STAR method for replying to an interview question stands for A. Speak, Think, Act, Reply B. Stop, Think, Act, Repeat C. Situation, Task, Action, Results D. Seeing, Talking, Acting, Responding E. Skills, Talents, Awards, Recognition - C. Situation, Task, Action, Results Why is your Catalog year important?

A. It corresponds to the Degree Requirements required for you B. Everyone is always the most recent catalog year C. It is the year you will graduate if you stay on track (and full time) D. It tells you when you should take your courses - A. It corresponds to the Degree Requirements required for you Which of the following is NOT a UCF requirement? A. All students MUST take ALL of their courses at UCF in their last semester at UCF B. All Psychology Majors must have at least 21 credits of psychology from UCF C. You need 48 upper level credits to earn your degree D. Your 3000-4000 level required psychology courses count towards the Upper Level Credits requirement E. Two years of high school foreign language will fulfill the Psychology B.S. degree Foreign Language Requirement - E. Two years of high school foreign language will fulfill the Psychology B.S. degree Foreign Language Requirement What is the correct order in which you must take these courses? A. PSY3204C Stat Methods in Psych > STA2023 Sta Methods I > PSY3213C Research Methods B. PSY3213C Research Methods > STA2023 Stat Methods I > PSY3204C Stat Methods in Psych C. STA2023 Stat Methods > PSY3204C Stat Methods in Psych > PSY3213C Research Methods D. Not all of these courses are required - C. STA2023 Stat Methods > PSY3204C Stat Methods in Psych > PSY3213C Research Methods Select ALL the courses that are required for the psychology B.S. degree:

• Statistical Methods in Psychology
• History & Systems of Psychology
• Physiological Psychology

• Research Methods in Psychology
• Abnormal Psychology - - Statistical Methods in Psychology
• History & Systems of Psychology
• Physiological Psychology
• Research Methods in Psychology Select ALL of the following that are TRUE A. You must earn 121 total credits or more to get your Bachelor's degree B. Upper Level Courses that met the Psychology B.S. Degree requirements do NOT count towards the 48 upper level credits required for the Psychology degree C. No college level language requirement is in place for the Psychology B.S. degree D. You must earn a 2.0 Overall GPA, 2.0 UCF GPA, and a 2.0 Psychology GPA to graduate with a Psychology B.S. from UCF - D. You must earn a 2.0 Overall GPA, 2.0 UCF GPA, and a 2.0 Psychology GPA to graduate with a Psychology B.S. from UCF 3,000-4,000 level courses are considered to be "Upper Level" courses True or False? - True If you are a transfer student with tons of credits already earned, you must still earn at least 30 credits from UCF to earn a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology True or False? - True "CLP 3302 Clinical Psychology (PR: PSY2012, PPE3003); An overview of approaches to psychopathology, methods of clinical assessment, and various approaches to individual and group counseling." What does the "PR" mean in the course description?

A. "Prerequisite" B. "Psychology Required" C. "Program" D. "Paper Required" - A. "Prerequisite" "CLP 3302 Clinical Psychology (PR: PSY2012, PPE3003); An overview of approaches to psychopathology, methods of clinical assessment, and various approaches to individual and group counseling." What are the prerequisites that must be taken before taking CLP3302? A. None B. This information is not available in the sample course description C. PSY 2012 & PPE 3003 D. CLP 3302 - C. PSY 2012 & PPE 3003 You can run your own degree audit to keep track of your progress toward your degree True or False - True If you get a C- or higher in a required course, the course requirement will be satisfied True or False - False Which of the following will fulfill the Language Requirement for the Psychology BS? Check ALL that apply

• College level Elementary I and Elementary II of a foreign language
• Two years of foreign language in high school
• Passing the Proficiency Exam
• Equivalent CLEP credits

• Successfully completing college level Elementary I of Spanish and Elementary I of German
• College level courses in American Sign Language I and II
• Completing an official study abroad program - - College level Elementary I and Elementary II of a foreign language
• Passing the Proficiency Exam
• Equivalent CLEP credits
• College level courses in American Sign Language I and II For whom is it most important to obtain research experience? A. For the psych major planning to pursue employment in the field upon completion of the Bachelor's degree B. For the psych major planning to apply to Master's programs in psych C. For the psych major planning to apply to doctoral programs in psych D. Research experience is optional and not crucial for any of the above - C. For the psych major planning to apply to doctoral programs in psych CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: Which of the following are recommended when shaping your undergraduate career towards your goals?
• Maintain a strong GPA
• Seek relevant work/life experience
• Take relevant undergraduate courses and electives
• Be able to show leadership and involvement in your undergraduate experience
• Complete your bachelor's degree in under 4 years because it looks impressive - - Maintain a strong GPA
• Seek relevant work/life experience
• Take relevant undergraduate courses and electives
• Be able to show leadership and involvement in your undergraduate experience What is a Psychology Peer Advisor?

A. An undergraduate psych student who serves as a teaching assistant B. An undergraduate psych student who serves on a faculty member's research team C. A volunteer position at the Student Counseling Center D. A psych major who assists other psych majors in understanding and completing degree requirements

• D. A psych major who assists other psych majors in understanding and completing degree requirements Which of the following has as a goal for members "to be informed about Psychology at UCF." A. Summer Research Academy B. UCF Psychological Society C. Experiential Learning D. Undergraduate Fieldwork E. Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology F. Honors in the Major Program - B. UCF Psychological Society What type of experience helps you get a good job and/or into graduate school? A. Fieldwork B. Volunteer work C. Internships D. Paid relevant work E. All of these - E. All of these What is the name of the international honor society for psychology majors? A. Psychology Club B. The National Psychological Honor Society

C. Phi Beta Kappa D. Psi Chi E. Active Minds - D. Psi Chi According to the module, what type of experience should you specifically seek out if you are aiming to get into a doctoral program in psychology? A. Volunteer Work B. Internships C. Leadership & Involvement D. Research Experience E. None of these - D. Research Experience Which GPA is recommended if you are going to apply to graduate school? A. 2.0 or higher B. 2.5 or higher C. 3.0 or higher D. 3.5 or higher E. GPA doesn't matter as much as other things like experience - D. 3.5 or higher What does the UCF Honors in the Major Program (HIM) involve? A. Participating in the McNair's Scholars Program B. Participating in the Summer Research Academy C. Becoming a Research Assistant D. Completing an Undergraduate Thesis E. Maintaining high academic performance F. Must do all of these - D. Completing an Undergraduate Thesis

Minors are required for Psychology Majors True or False - False Check ALL that are correct about minors

• Minors must be completed along with a Bachelor's degree
• Minors are optional for psych majors
• Minors must be declared online through myUCF - - Minors must be completed along with a Bachelor's degree
• Minors are optional for psych majors
• Minors must be declared online through myUCF According to the Module, you are typically better off pursuing a minor than earning credits you need in other ways True or False - False Which of the following was NOT recommended in the Psychology Today article as a possible minor for psychology major? A. Computer Science B. Philosophy C. Biology & Life Sciences D. Math E. Anthropology F. English/Technical Writing I. All of the above were possibilities - I. All of the above were possibilities

How can you shape your Psychology Bachelor's degree toward your career and/or graduate school goals? A. Take psychology electives in an area that fits your goals B. Completing an internship, undergraduate fieldwork, service learning and/or research C. Complete a relevant minor D. Complete a relevant certificate E. All of the following - E. All of the following You can return to UCF after receiving your bachelor's degree to finish up a minor True or False - False Which of these is an undergraduate certificate at UCF? A. Criminal Profiling B. Victim Advocacy C. Behavioral Forensics D. Health Communication E. All of these - E. All of these According to the module, completing a minor is the single best way to shape your education towards your career/graduate school goals True or False - False According to the module, how can you declare your intent to pursue a minor or undergraduate certificate? A. Go to the UCF Registrar's Office

B. Have your advisor fill out the paperwork C. Complete the "Change of Major, Track, Minor, or Certificate Declaration" online through myUCF D. None of these - C. Complete the "Change of Major, Track, Minor, or Certificate" online through myUCF According to the Psychology Today article, you should not start a minor until your senior year so that you can focus on your major first True or False - False Which of the following is NOT one of the top 10 occupations for individuals with only a Bachelor's degree in Psychology? A. Sales occupations B. Personnel, training, labor-relations specialists C. Psychologist D. Insurance, securities, real estate, business services - C. Psychologist CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: Which of the following are among the "four most common career areas for individuals with a Bachelor's degree in psychology"?

• Small Business Owners
• Therapeutic Positions
• Human Resources
• Residential care - - Therapeutic Positions
• Human Resources
• Residential care The majority of individuals with a Bachelor's degree in psychology do not go on to graduate school

True or False - True What percentage of individuals with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, actually work in something directly related to psychology? A. about 10% B. about 25% C. about 45% D. about 60% E. about 75% F. about 85% I. about 95% - B. about 25% Human resources deals with training and professional development within an organization, organizational development, and career development of employees. There are jobs in the area for individuals who hold a Bachelor's degree in psychology. True or False - True As discussed in the module, according to "Great Jobs for Psychology Majors" which is not of the 4 most common career paths for Psychology majors? A. Social and Human Services B. Residential Care C. Animal Training D. Therapeutic Positions E. Human Resources - C. Animal Training According to the module, which of these is a top occupation for people with a Bachelor's degree (only) in Psychology?

A. Marketing & Sales B. Veterinarian Assistant C. Artist D. Police Officer E. Research Technician - A. Marketing & Sales Psychology is among the top _____ degrees awarded annually A. 2 B. 3 C. 5 D. 10 - C. 5 This type of resume is the most common: A. Functional B. Chronological C. Combined - B. Chronological How long should a resume be? A. 1 page B. 3 pages C. up to 5 pages D. as long as it needs to be - A. 1 page Which profession requires medical school (M.D. / D.O. degree)?

A. Psychiatrist B. Psychologist C. Psychiatrist & Psychologist D. Mental Health Counselor - A. Psychiatrist In which of the following situations would a functional resume be more preferable to a chronological resume? A. a person has 4 previous jobs and 3-5 years of experience in each job B. a person has 6 years of experience in one job and 13 years of experience in another job C. a person has been steadily employed for the last 4 years D. a person has 3 years at one job, 3 years of no paid employment, and 6 months at current job - D. a person has 3 years at one job, 3 years of no paid employment, and 6 months at current job Which of the following should not be included in a resume? A. a person's contact information B. a person's educational background C. a person's previous salary D. a person's previous job titles - C. a person's previous salary A resume that is organized around skills instead of employment dates is referred to as a A. chronological resume B. functional resume C. combination resume D. modern resume - B. functional resume Which of the following tools can help you find and get a job?

A. the internet B. your social network C. newspaper listings D. all of the above - D. all of the above Networking is one of the most effective ways of getting a job True or False - True It is rare for a job search to take longer than 6 months True or False - False What is the top hiring strategy by employers? A. Placing ads B. Reviewing resumes sent by job seekers to select candidates to interview C. Using a job agency D. Hiring or promoting from within - D. Hiring or promoting from within Check ALL that apply: Which of the following can prescribe medications in every U.S. state?

• Psychologists
• Psychiatrists
• Licensed Mental Health Counselors
• Licensed Clinical Social Workers
• None of the Above - - Psychiatrists

What does the top hiring strategy suggest that job seekers need to do? A. Consider getting hired in a lower level position B. Consider taking a temporary position C. Consider working as an intern or volunteer D. All of the above E. None of the above - D. All of the above Even a strong GPA should not be included on your resume True or False - False It is inappropriate to include volunteer experiences on a resume True or False - False Typically, personal demographic information such as race, gender, age, religion are not included on a resume True or False - True In a job interview, it is expected that the candidate will ask questions True or False - True In relation to setting goals to find a job, the module suggests that you should A. Make goals even if you aren't committed to them B. Set small, easy goals

C. Set goals that will push you D. Keep goals open-ended without a time limit - C. Set goals that will push you Even one spelling or grammatical error on a resume can hurt or completely eliminate your chances for consideration True or False - True Sally works as a server in a restaurant throughout college. She earns money to pay for college by waiting tables and sometimes she trains new servers. Which of these transferable skills could she emphasize on her resume and in an interview? A. Helping to satisfy upset customers B. Training others C. Assisting customers D. All of these - D. All of these According to the module, it is inappropriate and possibly even rude to walk into businesses and ask if there are any job opportunities. True or False - False According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook, the job outlook for psychologists is A. expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations B. expected to be stable, neither growing nor declining C. expected to decline slightly faster than average for all occupations - A. expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations What is the purpose of a Cover Letter?

A. To tell employers why you are a good fit for their company/organization B. To tell employers who you are C. To express interest in particular employer and/or position D. To request an interview E. All of the above - E. All of the above Which of the following is best to use on a resume? A. Bullet Points B. Paragraphs C. Pictures or Graphics D. Sentences E. Unusual Fonts - A. Bullet Points The description of your job duties on a resume should be captured by bullet points that each begin with Action Verbs. Which of the following is not an action verb? A. Planned B. Developed C. Helpful D. Assisted E. All are Action Verbs - C. Helpful A college senior puts this on their resume: "I established procedures to improve follow-up with clients after discharge and updated Consent to Treat and HIPAA forms. I also assisted in developing office procedures to protect confidentiality and privacy of our records and correspondence."

This resume statement is... A. irrelevant because these job duties are unimportant B. too long and should be broken up into bullet points C. very strong and contains good description D. arrogant sounding - B. too long and should be broken up into bullet points A cover letter should be customized to each job you apply to True or False - True For college graduates, which should you not put on your resume? A. Sentences throughout B. Name of high school/diploma C. Multiple Paragraphs D. None of the above should be on the resume - D. None of the above should be on the resume An objective on a resume should be A. General and broad so that it fits with a lot of possible jobs B. Tailored to the position you are applying - B. Tailored to the position you are applying On your resume, what is the most correct way to list your psychology degree from UCF? A. Bachelor's of Arts in Psychology B. Bachelor of Arts in Psychology C. Bachelors of Arts in Psychology D. Bachelor's of Science in Psychology E. Bachelor of Science in Psychology

F. Bachelors of Science in Psychology - E. Bachelor of Science in Psychology According to Landrum's employer strategies for filling an open job position, employers prefer A. to hire by reviewing resumes sent by job seekers B. To hire from Career Fairs C. To hire people they or their colleagues already have experience with D. To hire people in the month of June E. To hire new college graduates because they are motivated and up-to-date - C. To hire people they or their colleagues already have experience with According to the module, after you earn your bachelor's degree, what is the recommended placement of the Education section in your resume? A. Near the top B. Middle C. Bottom D. Doesn't matter - A. Near the top Check all that apply: Which of the following occupations require a Master's degree (but not a doctoral degree)?

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
• School Psychologist
• Clinical Psychologist
• Psychiatrist - - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
• School Psychologist

Uses principles of learning & conditioning to change behavior - Behavioral Analysis Provides psychological expertise on psycholegal issues - Forensic Psychology Focuses on making machines & technology safer and easier for humans to use - Human Factors Psychology Applies psychological principles to business and industry, such as hiring and training of employees - Industrial Organizational Psychology Researches, evaluates, and/or treats serious psychopathology - Clinical Psychology Assists the "worried well," problems of living, adjustment issues, phase of life issues - Counseling Psychology To become a clinical psychologist, you earn a Master's degree as your highest degree earned, but do NOT need to go to Medical School True or False - False Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists can be licensed in Florida - True What is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist not able to do? A. Open a private practice B. Provide psychotherapy to individuals C. Conduct psychological testing and psychological evaluations D. They cannot do any of these E. They can do all of these - C. Conduct psychological testing and psychological evaluations

As discussed in the module and text, in addition to a strong GPA and strong GRE scores, this becomes crucially important to gain acceptance to a Ph.D program in psychology A. Clinical experience B. Research experience C. Having a strong Master's degree D. Membership in Psi Chi National Honor Society in Psychology - B. Research experience How do you shape your undergraduate experience to prepare to apply for graduate school? A. Take appropriate coursework B. Volunteer, complete fieldwork, or get a job that shows some related experience C. Get research experience D. Demonstrate involvement in your university through active membership in organizations such as the Psychological Society and Psi chi E. All of these are a good idea - E. All of these are a good idea Almost all graduate programs in psychology require the A. GRE Psychology Subject Test B. GRE General Test C. SAT test D. Millers Analogies Test (MAT) E. FCAT - B. GRE General Test According to the module, what is an outstanding reference published by the APA to look up information on all types of graduate programs in psychology? A. Insider's Guide to Graduate Programs

B. Graduate Study in Psychology C. Peterson's Guide to Psychology Graduate Programs D. Psychology Graduate Programs for Dummies E. There is no reference published by the APA to look up such information - B. Graduate Study in Psychology Sending a thank you email or note after an interview with a graduate program is not recommended for a variety of reasons True or False - False Your GPA in your Psychology bachelor's degree program is not very important to get into graduate school True or False - False What is the honor society in psychology for academically high-achieving psychology majors? A. Psi Chi B. Phi Beta Kappa C. The Psychological Society D. Harvard Psychology Scholars E. Psychology Merit Scholars - A. Psi Chi How are most letters of recommendation submitted to graduate programs? A. Sent in the mail B. Submitted via the graduate school's online submission portal, after the school sends the letter-writer an email with a link to the portal C. Given sealed to the student for them to submit with all of their application materials

D. Emailed to the graduate program's email address E. None of these - B. Submitted via the graduate school's online submission portal, after the school sends the letter-writer an email with a link to the portal If you trust your letter writers, you may want to waive your access to the letter so that the graduate program knows the letter is genuine and not inflated True or False - True According to the module, what is a top GRE score? A. 170 B. 160 C. 600 D. 650-700 E. Over 700 - A. 170 In a graduate program interview, you are asked "If you could be a pizza, what type of pizza would you be and why?" The reason this kind of question may be asked is... A. To see how you handle ambiguity B. To see if you can think on your feet C. To see if you can answer a question that requires thought and imagination D. All of these - D. All of these Which of these is a good idea in relation to apply to graduate school? A. Think about answers to common interview questions and be prepared to answer them B. Avoid drinking alcohol at the interview's social components C. Have questions you can ask them, because they may ask you if you have any questions