Applied Psychology Career Guide: Roles, Salary & Future Scope

Psychologist

A Psychologist is a trained professional who studies, observes, and analyzes human behavior. They offer therapy for individuals to help them cope with mental health disorders, traumas, stress, and other issues that hinder their growth.

INR 4.3 LPA

Psychiatrist

They are medical doctors and professionals who deal with mental disorder diagnoses, medications, and other medical treatments.

INR 10 LPA

Forensic Psychologist

These individuals use their knowledge to study criminal psychology. Their contributions can be noted in the investigation, detention, and rehabilitation processes and strategies for convicted criminals. 

INR 6 LPA

Mental Wellness Coach

A Mental Wellness Coach guides their clients and offers them support. They facilitate healing and living a fulfilling life.

INR 6.5 LPA

Human Resources

An HR finds, hires, and trains employees when they enter a company. They manage all employee information and ensure that hiring and exit are smooth processes.

INR 6.5 LPA

Professor

A professor is involved in teaching, and research activities. They devise lesson plans and deliver lectures to students. They may also be responsible for mentoring and supervising the students.

INR 7 LPA

Healthcare

Psychologists and Psychiatrists primarily work in the Healthcare industry, to help patients suffering from mental health disorders.

INR 7 LPA

Government and Public Policy

Mental health professionals can use their knowledge of the human mind and behavioral patterns to work in the public service and policy-making sectors.

INR 12 LPA

Education

The knowledge of Psychology is gradually revolutionizing education trends and practices, by focusing on the individual growth of students. It is also essential to devise new curriculum structures and policies.

INR 3 LPA

Advertising and Marketing

Developing and implementing advertising, and media strategies to create brand awareness and engage with audiences is an effective measure to expand a growing business.

INR 8.5 LPA

Human Resources 

An HR deals with people. They find, hire, and train employees when they enter a company. They manage all employee information and ensure smooth hiring and exit processes. Psychological knowledge can be very beneficial for these individuals.

INR 4.4 LPA

Social Work

A social worker deals with people from all walks of life and provides appropriate resources, advice, and support to individuals who are facing difficulties or problems in their personal/ professional lives. A social worker helps individuals cope with any problems they are facing to fulfill their monetary, emotional, and social needs.

INR 5 LPA

Sports

Sports Psychology is a new emerging industry that helps professional athletes develop optimum efficiency- physically, mentally, and emotionally. A Sports Psychologist educates athletes about techniques to cope with high-pressure situations and helps them deal with failure or injuries.

INR 6.7 LPA

Academia 

Many students choose to teach Archaeology and pursue independent research projects in the field. They may also, supervise and mentor students in their preparing their dissertations.

INR 9 LPA

AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences)

DRDO (Defense Research and Development Organization)

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)

Fortis Healthcare

Google

Microsoft

Sports Authority of India 

Decathlon

Byju’s

B.Ed Courses

A B.Ed degree equips a student with the necessary skills to enter elementary, and secondary teaching positions.

MA Course

A specialized, PG program that educates students about the different fields of Applied Psychology.

Law Courses

An academic degree that educates students about citizen rights, governance, legal knowledge, etc. 

MBA Courses

A 2-year professional, management degree that instructs students on business management, administration, and operation.

PhD Courses

A doctorate degree, that permits candidates to independently conduct and publish their research.

Sunandan Divatia School of Science, NMIMS, Mumbai

INR 6.6- 21.3 LPA

Dibrugarh University

INR 14.55 LPA

Amity University, Mumbai

INR 6.2 LPA

Lovely Professional University

INR 6 LPA

Delhi University 

INR 5.5 LPA