Directions: Fill in your long-term career goal. Example: to become a teacher by
the age of 23. Then identify 4 short-term goals that you will complete to help you
achieve your career goal. When writing your goals, remember to be S.M.A.R.T!
Long-term career goal: to become a clinical psychologist specializing in children and adolescents by the age of 30.
Short-term goals:
1. Obtain a Bachelor's degree in psychology by the age of 22 by completing all required coursework and maintaining a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
2. Gain experience working with children and adolescents through internships, volunteer work, or entry-level positions in the mental health field by the age of 25.
3. Secure admission to a reputable graduate program in clinical psychology by the age of 26 by submitting strong application materials and obtaining competitive letters of recommendation.
4. Obtain a Doctoral degree in clinical psychology by the age of 30 by completing all required coursework, passing comprehensive exams, conducting research, and completing a clinical internship.