Working in a range of settings from universities to private companies, academic psychologists are involved in any aspect of teaching and researching psychology. You can go into entry-level jobs straight from your degree, but usually academic psychologists will pursue Masters degrees and PhDs.
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Working usually within the NHS with patients assessing and treating a range of psychological disorders (e.g. depression and anxiety, neurological disorders, schizophrenia). To become a clinical psychologist you usually need at least a year’s relevant work experience before completing a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.
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Working usually with local education authorities and schools with children and young people with learning difficulties, emotional problems and any other issues that might be negatively affecting their education. To become an Educational Psychologist, at least three years additional study is needed after finishing your psychology degree.
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Related opportunities available:
Introduction to Counselling Skills | Behaviour Analysis Clinic Placement | NHS E-Learning and Development | Elevate Coaching & Mentoring Placement
Working with businesses, managers and employees to help create good work environments select appropriate new staff and get the best out of people at work. To become an Occupational Psychologist you have to complete a Masters degree followed by at least two years applied training.
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Working with individuals, groups and organisations (such as the NHS) to promote health-related behaviour change, illness prevention and provide support during periods of illness. To become a Health Psychologist you have to complete a Masters degree followed by at least two years of applied training.
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Working with athletes to provide psychological support for all aspects of sports performance from effective training to dealing with anxiety and team cohesion. To become a Sport and Exercise Psychologist you have to complete a Masters degree followed by at least two years of applied training.
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Working with a range of individuals and organisations within the criminal justice system to provide psychological services from offender treatment and rehabilitation to working with police and parole boards. To become a Forensic Psychologist you must complete a Masters degree followed by a Doctorate in Forensic Psychology.
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