https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/what-would-you-say-is-the-career-potential-for-uniformed-clincal-psychologists-in-say-the-next-10-to-15-years <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I had the most amazing 3 and half years while active duty as a 68X. Served under 2 really great Behavioral Health Officers (1 Psychologist, and 1 Social Worker). We were assigned to a Brigade Combat Team, and had the privilege to deploy and provide behavioral health services to our unit in a combat environment. I am currently a student and most certainly planning on becoming a clinical psychologist. <br /><br />However in regards to coming back to the Army in the future, while the assignment of my Doc is really what I want to do and have, I want to know more about the life cycle of a Psychologist. For instance can a Psychologist ever take command of a med unit? What unique opportunities are out there that go beyond just patient care at a hospital.<br /><br />I found DA Pamphlet 600-4, and while it does show some opportunities they seem rather general, (with exception to some descriptors).<br /><br />Anyone who has knowledge of what they can do, beyond basic patient care (or if you are a Clinical Psychologist serving in the Army), I would love to read your feedback!<br /><br />Thanks for your time! Wed, 25 Mar 2015 20:21:25 -0400 https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/what-would-you-say-is-the-career-potential-for-uniformed-clincal-psychologists-in-say-the-next-10-to-15-years <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I had the most amazing 3 and half years while active duty as a 68X. Served under 2 really great Behavioral Health Officers (1 Psychologist, and 1 Social Worker). We were assigned to a Brigade Combat Team, and had the privilege to deploy and provide behavioral health services to our unit in a combat environment. I am currently a student and most certainly planning on becoming a clinical psychologist. <br /><br />However in regards to coming back to the Army in the future, while the assignment of my Doc is really what I want to do and have, I want to know more about the life cycle of a Psychologist. For instance can a Psychologist ever take command of a med unit? What unique opportunities are out there that go beyond just patient care at a hospital.<br /><br />I found DA Pamphlet 600-4, and while it does show some opportunities they seem rather general, (with exception to some descriptors).<br /><br />Anyone who has knowledge of what they can do, beyond basic patient care (or if you are a Clinical Psychologist serving in the Army), I would love to read your feedback!<br /><br />Thanks for your time! SPC Nathan Fanton Wed, 25 Mar 2015 20:21:25 -0400 2015-03-25T20:21:25-04:00 https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/what-would-you-say-is-the-career-potential-for-uniformed-clincal-psychologists-in-say-the-next-10-to-15-years?n=554593&urlhash=554593 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I want to know how you managed to get in that career field in the military. I'm pursuing a degree in psychology and would love to hold a position that you did. SGT Private RallyPoint Member Thu, 26 Mar 2015 19:37:13 -0400 2015-03-26T19:37:13-04:00 https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/what-would-you-say-is-the-career-potential-for-uniformed-clincal-psychologists-in-say-the-next-10-to-15-years?n=554809&urlhash=554809 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I am pursuing my doctorate in clinical psychology and o recommend looking into the Army HPSP scholarship. It was my dream. I applied and was awarded. I commissioned last month and it's the best decision of my life. Upon graduation I'll be active duty and a clinical psychologist. I cannot wait! CPT Private RallyPoint Member Thu, 26 Mar 2015 20:41:42 -0400 2015-03-26T20:41:42-04:00 https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/what-would-you-say-is-the-career-potential-for-uniformed-clincal-psychologists-in-say-the-next-10-to-15-years?n=812636&urlhash=812636 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>SFC Fanton, The kinds of "broadening" opportunities you are talking about (beyond basic clinical care) are not only available, but also encouraged. This is true from starting out as a CPT, all the way to the pinnacle of a career. Check out the biography of the current AR MEDCOM Commander as an example. MAJ Private RallyPoint Member Mon, 13 Jul 2015 21:02:52 -0400 2015-07-13T21:02:52-04:00 2015-03-25T20:21:25-04:00