Psychologist

Duties and Responsibilities:

Specific job duties for psychologists vary according to their specialty. Counseling psychologists work at schools, hospitals or individual practices. They lead group or individual counseling sessions. Their job involves talking to people and fostering positive mental health and personal growth.

Developmental psychologists research changes in behavioral patterns over a person's life; some focus in on particular time periods, like infancy or adolescence. Developmental psychologists aim to correct behavioral disorders caused by improper development.

Forensic psychologists work with law-enforcement personnel and act as experts in various legal cases. Particular tasks include assessing competency, working with children witnesses and performing psychological evaluation.

Salary:

$69,280

Education:

To become a psychologist requires obtaining a master’s or doctoral degree. During this process, students may perform  research, work supervised clinical rotations and teach classes. They may work in a variety of specialties, such as counseling, school or clinical psychology.

Demand for this profession:                                              

Expected growth 22% 2010-2020

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