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ENHANCE THE SOCIAL WELL-BEING OF THE ARMY AND ITS SOLDIERS

An Army Behavioral Sciences Officer's main priority and goal is to sustain, restore or enhance the social well-being and functioning of individuals, families, units and the Army community.

By becoming an Army Behavioral Sciences professional, either a Social Worker or a Clinical Psychologist, you'll be able to establish a satisfying practice without many of the expenses and overhead associated with a civilian practice.

You'll embark upon important psychological research and treatment, including medical inpatient and outpatient treatment, mental health, family advocacy, combat stress, substance abuse, program management and prevention and primary care.

Below are the requirements for becoming a Social Worker in the Army Medical Service Corps.

To qualify for an appointment as a Social Worker in the Army Medical Service Corps, you must:

Have a minimum of a master's degree in social work, with emphasis in clinical practice from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
Possess an unrestricted state license in social work prior to entering Active Duty
Doctoral-level social workers with a clinical concentration are also desired and are eligible for appointment at the grade of Captain

Below are the requirements for becoming a Clinical Psychologist in the Army Medical Service Corps.

To qualify for an appointment as a Clinical Psychologist in the Army Medical Service Corps, you must:

Have completed a Doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology and American Psychology Association (APA) accredited clinical psychology residency program
Be licensed to practice clinical or counseling psychology in the United States