Psychology Schools in Kansas City

Psychology Schools: University of Missouri, University of Phoenix

Online Psychology Schools: Capella University, Northcentral University, Walden University

Average Annual Psychologist Salary: $85,150

Potential Area Employers for Psychologists & Counselors: Saint Luke's Health System, Research Psychiatric Center, HCA Midwest Health System

According to the Missouri Department of Economic Development, the overall cost of living in Missouri is the ninth lowest in the nation. Considering that, you'll be very happy with the mean annual salaries* of psychology professionals in Kansas City listed below.

As you work towards your psychology degree in Kansas City, you should consider joining the state or local association for your area of expertise. Here are some of benefits of becoming a member of one of these associations:

• Improve your chances of getting a psychology job by making valuable connections
• Have access to continuing education opportunities
• Discuss important issues with others in your field
• Attend seminars on topics related to your psychology career

If you intend to work in Kansas City, you will have to meet the standards for your license as designated by the state of Missouri. For any type of license, you must pass the national examination for your particular field of psychology. Read below for the additional requirements.

Psychologist

• A doctoral degree in psychology
• Two years of professional experience under supervision, one of which should be completed while you are earning your degree
• Letters of reference from three mental health professionals, not including your supervisor, whom you have known for a minimum of two years
• Passing score on the Missouri mental health jurisprudence examination and oral examination
   

Counselor

• A master's degree in counseling, counseling and guidance, counseling psychology, clinical psychology or school psychology
• 3,000 hours and 24 months of supervised experience , of which 1,200 hours must include direct contact with clients either through individual therapy or group therapy sessions
   

Marriage and Family Therapist

• A master's degree in marriage and family therapy
• 3,000 hours of providing marriage family therapy services under supervision over a period of two years
   

Social Worker

Missouri recognizes three different types of licenses for social workers: Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

• A bachelor's degree (for LBSW) or a master's degree (for LMSW or LCSW) in social work
• 3,000 hours of supervised social work experience in a professional clinical setting ( LCSW) or non-clinical setting (LMSW)

_{*Salary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Salary may vary according to geographic location, years of experience and employer type.}