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Lucas
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What degree do you need to attain to become a psychologist?
I like learning about the brain. I am a sophomore in high school. What pathway should I take to achieve this?
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Amit Mittal
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Dear Lucas,
To become a psychologist, you typically need to follow these steps:
High School: Focus on taking courses in psychology if available, as well as other science and math courses. You can also look for volunteer opportunities in your community or start a psychology club at your school.
Bachelor’s Degree: After high school, you would need to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or a related field. This usually takes about four years.
Master’s Degree: Some positions require a Master’s degree, which typically takes two years. However, to become a licensed psychologist, you will need a doctoral degree.
Doctoral Degree: You can pursue either a Ph.D. in Psychology or a Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree. This usually takes between five to seven years.
Internship: As part of your doctoral program, you will need to complete a one-year internship that is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA).
Licensure: After earning your doctoral degree, you will need to pass the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology to become licensed.
Remember, these are just general guidelines. The exact timeline can vary depending on factors such as your prior experience with psychology and the specific requirements of the program you choose. Good luck with your journey to becoming a psychologist! 😊
To become a psychologist, you typically need to follow these steps:
High School: Focus on taking courses in psychology if available, as well as other science and math courses. You can also look for volunteer opportunities in your community or start a psychology club at your school.
Bachelor’s Degree: After high school, you would need to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or a related field. This usually takes about four years.
Master’s Degree: Some positions require a Master’s degree, which typically takes two years. However, to become a licensed psychologist, you will need a doctoral degree.
Doctoral Degree: You can pursue either a Ph.D. in Psychology or a Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree. This usually takes between five to seven years.
Internship: As part of your doctoral program, you will need to complete a one-year internship that is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA).
Licensure: After earning your doctoral degree, you will need to pass the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology to become licensed.
Remember, these are just general guidelines. The exact timeline can vary depending on factors such as your prior experience with psychology and the specific requirements of the program you choose. Good luck with your journey to becoming a psychologist! 😊