Is pursuing a MPH-HPM or MHA degree the right move? Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated.
I feel like I’m at my wits end right now and I really could use any advice.
I graduated with a Psych degree a couple years ago, wanting to pursue a career in health admin working in therapy centers or in mental health treatment facilities. Eventually, I would like to work in a consulting capacity with local state agencies or hospitals. I was able to find a general administrative and logistical position after college, but right as I was about to make a career change, I was laid off.
Fast forward to now and I’m still struggling to find full time employment. I’ve never felt so discouraged and miserable and while I know we are in a recession, it dosent change the fact that I am stuck unable to develop my career. I’ve been applying for 2 years now with no success.
Now, I’m both being partly pressured by family as well as believing myself that I need to go back to school to even consider getting my foot in the door. I still am not sure if this is the right move but I genuinely feel I have no choice at this time. l’m exhausted and on the verge of giving up on the job search. Not to mention my confidence and mental health being completely fucked right now.
With the SOPHAS app now open, I need to make a determinate decision soon. I have people on my radar to reach out to for reccs, and I have most of the info ready to seriously start my apps. I just could use a second opinion from you all. Thank You.