D3c2 Becoming a clinical psychologist

Question 1

Who a clinical psychologist might work for

Answer 1

Most work for NHS, or in private practice. The BPS has a register of chartered clinical psychologists that can be contacted about work through BPS. Other agencies can employ clinical psychologists, e.g universities. Some are self-employed.

Question 2

Work hours of clinical psychologist

Answer 2

Monday to Friday, though sometimes they wok evenings and weekends

Question 3

Earnings of clinical psychologist

Answer 3

30,000-70,000 pounds

Question 4

Skills required to be a clinical psychologist

Answer 4

Strong interest in healthcare and science
Be interested in people
Be able to listen, understand, reflect on the situation of others
Be able to help with solutions
Understand diversity (that people are different)
Learn to ask open question
Be able to look at own experiences and how these affect others
Be prepared to search for solutions that are not obvious
^ can be achieved through training

Question 5

Qualifications required to be a clinical psychologist

Answer 5

1) Degree in psychology- one that is recognized by BPS
2) Get relevant work experience
3) Apply for place on doctorate course, which lasts 3 years and is full-time

Question 6

Achieving chartered status as a clinical psychologist

Answer 6

This means you have satisfied requirements of BPS, and have sufficient qualifications and experience to be called a psychologist, and have the backing of two chartered psychologists. They must keep up with CPD