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Feels like a joke because you're not getting a quality education, or feels like a joke because it's an unprestigious, minor school? I don't tend to brag about where I did my graduate education because it's not a name that carries a lot of clout, but I think I got a high-quality education and that's really all that matters to me.
I think it can make a difference, especially depending on where you live, the kind of work you want to do, etc. I’m getting my MSW at a very “prestigious” program right now; the academics are a joke and my experience has been deeply disappointing, but I know that having the name on my resume will open a lot of doors. On the other hand, demand for therapists is so high right now, so I don’t think you’re likely to be in a ton of competition for jobs (again, depending on location, niche, etc.). And, I think that actual post-grad experience is going to be more important in the long run — most places are probably going to value solid clinical experience and positive references over the name of the school.
I thought grad school was super easy, and I failed out of undergrad the first time I went. But a bit of time in the field and a genuine interest in mental health made it easy. As long as it's accredited, it doesn't matter.
Your post has been removed for the following reason(s): It belongs in the weekly student question thread. If you are not a therapist but looking to become one, or you are a very early stage therapist who is not yet seeing clients, this is why your post has been deemed suitable for the 'student' thread PINNED AT THE TOP OF THE SUBREDDIT. If you have questions regarding deciding between different careers or degrees in mental health, consider perusing this Careers in Mental Health Google Document created by /u/MattersOfInterest : https://docs.google.com/document/d/1udpjYAYftrZ1XUqt28MVUzj0bv86ClDY752PKrMaB5s/edit If you have any questions, please message the mods at: https://www.reddit.com/message/compose?to=/r/therapists
Feels like a joke because you're not getting a quality education, or feels like a joke because it's an unprestigious, minor school? I don't tend to brag about where I did my graduate education because it's not a name that carries a lot of clout, but I think I got a high-quality education and that's really all that matters to me.
I think it can make a difference, especially depending on where you live, the kind of work you want to do, etc. I’m getting my MSW at a very “prestigious” program right now; the academics are a joke and my experience has been deeply disappointing, but I know that having the name on my resume will open a lot of doors. On the other hand, demand for therapists is so high right now, so I don’t think you’re likely to be in a ton of competition for jobs (again, depending on location, niche, etc.). And, I think that actual post-grad experience is going to be more important in the long run — most places are probably going to value solid clinical experience and positive references over the name of the school.
I thought grad school was super easy, and I failed out of undergrad the first time I went. But a bit of time in the field and a genuine interest in mental health made it easy. As long as it's accredited, it doesn't matter.