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Psychologist
Psychologists study behaviour and mental processes in clinics, schools, sport and business. Chartered routes need a BPS accredited psychology degree, relevant experience, and often a doctorate for clinical roles. Research and assistant psychologist jobs appear on NHS and university sites. Check Health Careers and Prospects for regulated paths.
Stages
- 1
GCSE choices
Strong English, maths and science.
- 2
A-level or equivalent
Psychology if offered plus sciences or maths.
- 3
University or degree apprenticeship
BPS accredited BSc psychology, then MSc or doctorate for many applied routes.
- 4
Work experience
Care volunteering, research assistant posts, or mentoring.
- 5
Internships and insight
Research internships in university labs when advertised.
- 6
Graduate schemes
Assistant psychologist roles while applying for doctoral training.
- 7
First role
Trainee clinical, counselling or educational psychologist after approved programmes.
Entry requirements
Accredited degree and supervised practice. Clinical routes require HCPC registration.
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Questions
Can I call myself a psychologist after a BSc?
Not for protected titles like clinical psychologist. Further training is required.
Where do entry requirements come from?
Health Careers publishes the baseline for this role. Always confirm on the live page before you apply.
Does Navigait list every vacancy for this path?
No. We surface live posts from public employer boards. If a scheme is closed, the board stays empty rather than showing invented roles.