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[quote=Anonymous]It depends on what you want to do.  If you want to work as a psychologist treating patients, you're going to need a higher degree.  If you want to use your degree less directly (work for a non-profit, etc.), you don't need to pursue a master's or PhD.  You might choose to do so after working a few years, but you wouldn't need it to get a job.

There are many routes you could take that don't directly involve being a psychologist.  If you are interested in Spanish, I'd recommend developing strong spoken language skills and getting experience using it in real-life situations -- volunteer at a non-profit that works with immigrants, for example.  Definitely also study abroad and make the most of the experience -- living with a host family or local roommate if at all possible so you get the most language practice you can.

There are many non-profits that focus on social issues related to Spanish-speaking populations.  This might be an interesting field to focus on.

My background isn't in Spanish, but I joined the Peace Corps after college and got two years of experience living abroad and improving my language skills (French).  When it came time to get a job after this, my international experience and connections helped a lot, and my language skills were much improved.  It also helped me solidify my interest in working in the field of health NGOs.[/quote]

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