Psychologist

Duties and Responsibilities:

Psychologists are in charge of studying behaviors and actions of people and change their behavior patterns. The provide counseling and therapy for those who have emotional, learning, and behavior problems. They diagnose and treat problems, interview and observe patients, develop, select, and administer tests, counsel patients, groups, and families. They develop mental health programs, and conduct researches and teach.

Average salary: $45,000 - $65,000

Educational requirements:

Students are to take the most challenging high school classes. Licensed psychologists must earn a Ph.D. in psychology.  Clinical psychologists must complete a two-year supervised internship after they earn their doctorate and pass oral and written state qualifying exams. A master’s degree should at least be earned.

Reflection: I would honestly like to become a psychologist, because it’s a pretty interesting job and it involves helping others. J