Child Therapy Salary in Nevada

If you're a Nevada resident interested in possibly going into a career in child therapy, then your biggest concern is likely about what salary you can expect to bring home. Unfortunately, there's no definite way to say what you will be making as a child therapist. Your salary is dependent upon several different factors such as the exact city and area in which you live, your level of education, how long you have been working in the field as well as how long you have been working at your exact job, any licensures or certifications you hold, and the sector in which you work.

That last factor, the sector in which you work, is probably one of the most important determiners as it pertains to salary. The average child therapist working in his or her own practice or in the practice of another professional in the field can expect to bring home about $68,400 per year in the state on average. Those who work in the school system, either elementary schools or high schools, take home approximately $65,710 per year, so only slightly less. Child therapists holding state government job, such as working for child protective services or in foster homes, take in around $63, 710 per year. Individuals employed by hospitals and other outpatient care facilities make approximately $59,130 per year, and finally, those who work in individual and family services as child therapists can expect to make an average of around $57,440 per year.

No matter which of these areas you choose to work in, you will obviously want your salary to be at or above the state average. The good news is that there are many things you can do to see an increase in the salary you bring home each year. One big factor that can have a positive impact on your earnings is your education. Look at where you are now education wise, and see where there is room for improvement. If you only hold a bachelor's degree, for example, you can make a huge difference in your salary by choosing to earn a master's degree. Plus, with a master's degree, you can seek licensure by the state, for even more of an increase in salary. Best of all, many employers will pay for all or part of your education, often with the agreement that you will continue working for them for a set amount of time after you achieve your degree. Even if you already have a master's degree, you can still increase your earnings by gaining a doctoral degree. And doctoral degree holders, even though they are at the very top, can still go further by pursuing certification programs or other continuing education opportunities that show they are dedicated to being the best of the best in their field.

If education is not something you wish to pursue more of at this point in your career, then simply be willing to stay committed! The longer you stay at a particular position and/or with a particular workplace, the more you should see an increase in your salary each year. Plus, you'll open yourself up for promotions and other advancement opportunities. Having a long history at a particular workplace also looks great on your resume and will ensure you have a much easier time getting hired than if you have only a string of short lived positions. Always strive to be the best worker you can be and to go above and beyond the responsibilities of your job, and you should see a very positive change in your salary and in your opportunities.