Psychology Vs Psychiatry Flashcards
Qualifications of psychology
Complete 4 years of study in uni
Additional 2 years of post graduate or 2 years of supervised practice
Qualifications of psychiatry
Complete a medical degree at uni
Specialise in psychiatry by completing a post graduate qualification
Treatment for psychology
Not allowed to perform medical procedures or to prescribe drugs to treat the symptoms of mental health problems
Treatment for psychiatry
Able to perform medical procedures and prescribe drugs to treat the symptoms of mental health problems
Specialisation for psychology
Work in a wide range of employment areas like schools and hospitals
Specialisation of psychiatry
Focus on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of mental health problems