Overview

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Day-to-Day

• Interact with clients to assist them in gaining insight, defining goals, and planning action to achieve effective personal, social, educational, or vocational development and adjustment.
• Conduct assessments of patients' risk for harm to self or others.
• Counsel individuals, groups, or families to help them understand problems, deal with crisis situations, define goals, and develop realistic action plans.
• Write reports on clients and maintain required paperwork.
• Collect information about individuals or clients, using interviews, case histories, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.

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Psychologist

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Pathways to this Career

Here are few pathways you can take to become a Psychologist. Click on a pathway to learn more about it.

Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

📚 College

Finish in 4-5+ years

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

📚 College

Finish in 2-3 years

Vocational School

A vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

📚 Training

Finish in 6 months - 2 years

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Education & Counseling

The primary activities of this group involve supporting individuals and communities to overcome challenges and improve their quality of life by providing social services, education, and instruction in various settings.