Psychologist
Apply psychological theories and principles to promote the mental and physical health of patients or organisations.
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- What's it like to be a Psychologist?
- How to become a Psychologist
- Top skills and experience for Psychologists
What's it like to be a Psychologist?
Psychologists help people through the application of psychological theories and principles in finding solutions to issues regarding human behaviour and brain processes. They are skilled in psychological assessment methods, testing, and therapy. Since a large part of assessment depends on communicating with patients in distress, Psychologists need to practice critical thinking and critical communication skills. They need to be empathetic and compassionate to encourage patients to open up to them.
Tasks and duties
- Assessing the psychological needs of patients.
- Administering psychological tests.
- Consulting psychiatrists and physicians when diagnosing a patient and recommending treatment.
- Developing treatment plans.
- Guiding patients through their treatment.
- Conducting and publishing research to further knowledge about psychology and improve treatment techniques.
- Teaching and training students.
How to become a Psychologist
Completion of studies up to doctoral degree is required to practise psychology.
- Complete a bachelor degree in psychology. This usually takes four years.
- Advance your credentials with a masters degree and doctorate in psychology. Areas of specialisation include professional psychology, educational and developmental psychology, counselling, neuropsychology, health psychology, and criminal psychology. Postgraduate studies usually take seven to ten years.
- Render supervised clinical hours. Experience and training at a clinic or hospital is important to gain experience and practical skills.
- Areas for employment include management, scientific and technical consulting services, government, scientific and development services, sports, health facilities, social work, and educational institutions.
- For additional credentials, register with the Malaysian Psychological Association (PSIMA).
- Some psychologists opt to open private practices.
Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Psychologist employers on Jobstreet are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Psychology
Mental Health
Psychometric Evaluation
Domestic Violence Support
Counselling
Microsoft Transaction Servers
Clinical Documentation
Sustainable Development
Cognitive Science
Neurophysiology
Neuroscience
Teaching Theory
Social Work
Occupational Therapy
Reading Skills
Therapy
Service Management
Mental Health Care
Attentive Listening
Autonomy
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