Psychologist
Career Description
Psychologists study the human mind and human behavior. They apply their knowledge in hospitals, independent or group practices, counseling centers and clinics to help mentally and emotionally disturbed clients adjust to life. Psychologists also may help medical and surgical patients cope with illnesses or injuries.
Academic Requirements
A doctoral degree usually is required for employment as an independent licensed clinical or counseling psychologist. Psychologists with a Ph.D. qualify for a wide range of teaching, research, clinical and counseling positions in universities, health care services, elementary and secondary schools, private industry and government. Psychologists with a doctor of psychology degree (Psy.D.) usually work in clincial positions or in private practices. Currently, the American Psychological Association (APA) accredits doctoral training programs in clinical, counseling and school psychology.
Schools
Evangel University (Springfield)
417/865-9599
Missouri State University (Springfield)
417/836-5000
University of Central Missouri (Warrensburg)
877/729-8266
University of Missouri-Columbia
573/882-6206
Professional Associations
National
American Psychological Association
State
Missouri Psychological Association
