Psychologist

Duties and Responsibilities

Psychologists study the behavior and actions of people to understand, explain, and change their behavior patterns. They also provide counseling and therapy to those with emotional, learning, and behavior problems. Psychologist can work in schools, clinics, hospitals, and private practice.

Average Salary: $45,000-$65,000

Educational Requirements

Students should prepare for a career in psychology by taking the most challenging high school courses available, especially in English and science. Licensed psychologist must earn a Ph.D. in psychology. Clinical psychologists must complete a two-year supervised internship after earning their doctorate and pass oral and written state qualifying exams.

Would you like to be one?

I wouldn’t want to be a psychologist because it doesn’t interest me.