How to become a psychologist? What are the degrees to be completed?

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Psychology is an interesting field for many. There are various specialisations which you can choose from like Clinical, Industrial, Social, Educational etc. So first you need to pursue a graduation course in the field of Psychology. You can pursue the same after 12th standard. After completion of the three year course you need to decide whether you would like to go in for Masters course or go in for a job. It will be ideal if you pursue the Masters course too. It will increase your prospects of getting a good job. You have the option to join hospitals, educational institutes or even research field. If you are interested in the research field then it will be advisable to take a PH.d too. Teaching is also an option available.

Psychologist is one of the most respected professions and it requires lot of dedication and hard work from the student’s part. Students who want to become a Psychologist need to have a Bachelor's degree in psychology. This is a 3 years course and the eligibility to join the course is a +2. After successfully completing this course one can go for Masters Degree in Psychology. This is a 2 year program. Candidates joining this course need to have a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. With a Masters degree one can easily look for good jobs in many government and private organizations. If one would like to continue studies the Ph.D is another option after masters. There are many specializations available in psychology. They are Clinical, Counseling, Social, Educational, Industrial, Research and Developmental psychologists.

in short......u should be a BA first..or bsc ....that is....at least majors in psychology..from a recognised university...n then u can persue for later specializations....like clinical , industrial , n many more. while doing ur majors......u wl come across the types......n dat will make easy fr u to decide ur specialization....... ALL THE BEST...

You must go for bachelors degree in psychology.you can apply for it just after passing your 12th from bio stream with min.55% marks in pcb.this field is having v.interest and fun.there are different fields.you can go for higher studies in phd for research or teaching area.but first choose your interest.GOOD LUCK!

u can do BPT its bachelor of physiotherapy.... u can o this degree any best institute or university

dear friend,to become a psychologist all you have to pursue is to complete your graduation with psychology as a subject;then pursue a masters degree course(2 years)in psychology from a recognized university with CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY AS the subject,if you want to become a clinical psychologist who works in clinics,hospitals,assist psychiatrists etc,
psychology has many sub-fields ,you can select any one of them like clinical,industrial ,vocational,guidance and counselling,child psychology,criminal psychology,forensic etc.you can select any one of these specializations and become that particular sub-field's psychologist.
alongwith that A PHD.AND M.PHI.OR PSY.D.L IN PSYCHOLOGY AFTER P.G .ads to your qualifications.

If u hav completed ur 12th in science stream den u r eligible for Bsc physchology den masters degree if u r frm d commerce or arts stream u can do ur BA and MA in physchology

psychologist is one of hard course in education field.
to become psychologist after 12th you must take psychology course in graduation.it is a 3 years course.
after completing 3 years you can continue to do master or you can do job.
but keep one in mind that while doing course you must do confidently.

Psychologists need not have a medical degree. But they have to study several years to specialise in various aspects of psychology. One can pursue Psychology at the plus two level, graduate, post graduate and doctorate level. There are specialisations in many fields of psychology such as social psychology, child psychology, occupational psychology, clinical psychology, educational psychology, experimental psychology, etc.

Psychologists teach, practice and do research or work in one of the many branches of applied psychology. They apply their knowledge and techniques to a wide range of endeavors, including human services, management, education, law and sports.

Different psychological fields:

Clinical psychology
A clinical psychologist renders a diagnostic and therapeutic service, often in association with medical, para-medical and other professionals, to patients/clients experiencing mental and/or emotional distress. In addition they act as psychological consultants in hospitals and to organisations.

Counseling psychology
These psychologists work mainly with people experiencing everyday adjustment problems, in areas such as career counseling, marriage counseling and general guidance. They also assist people in the development of skills necessary in daily living.

Educational psychology
Educational psychologists emphasize the enhancement of general adjustment and academic development of pre-school and school children. They assess children and provide consulting and counseling services to children, parents, teachers and principals.

Industrial psychology
These psychologists study the organisation/ employee interface and subsequently apply psychological principles so as to maximize reciprocal satisfaction and productivity in the work environment.

Research psychology
A research psychologist investigates various societal and human issues in order to generate psychological theories for the purpose of understanding and dealing effectively with these issues. Research psychologists are also concerned with evaluating the effectiveness of interventions.

Educational psychology
Educational psychologists emphasize the
enhancement of general adjustment and
academic development of pre-school and school
children. They assess children and provide
consulting and counseling services to children,
parents, teachers and principals.
Industrial psychology
These psychologists study the organisation/
employee interface and subsequently apply
psychological principles so as to maximize
reciprocal satisfaction and productivity in the
work environment.

hello sir,
i'm currently in 12th standard with science stream and PCB as my subjects.. Is it possible for me to be a psychologist
If yes, then please inform me what should i do after 12th..
thank you very much..

in short......u should be a BA first..or bsc ....that
is....at least majors in psychology..from a
recognised university...n then u can persue for
later specializations....like clinical , industrial , n
many more. while doing ur majors......u wl
come across the types......n dat will make easy fr
u to decide ur specialization.

hiiiiiii,
You must go for bachelors degree in psychology.you can apply for it just after passing your 12th from bio stream with min.55% marks in pcb.this field is having v.interest and fun.there are different fields.you can go for higher studies in phd for research or teaching area.but first choose your interest.

You can became psychologist after completion of your 12th with science stream by studying in B.Sc. psychology from any good university...after degree you can do master degree in specialize subject...if you are doing 12th in commerce or arts stream then you can go with B.A. in psychology and then M.A in psychology....this way you can become psychologist..

Hi friend ,
An psychologist is medical profession to cure the mental problem of the human being . They giving counseling to the people to improving there quality of life . You should have discipline , Self-confidence , Patience ,and Hard work to become a psychologist .

Eligibility For Under Graduation Course :
You should pass in the 12th exam with 50% in science stream .
You should go for entrance exam conducted by various institution .
There also some colleges are give admission to student on the percentage of marks .

Eligibility For Post Graduation :
You get admission on the basis of percentage in under graduate .
You also go entrance exam conducted by various institution .

Eligibility of M.phil & Ph.d :
You should go for training in the health care hospital and research field

Salary of Psychologist :
The starting salary of psychologist anywhere in between 15,000 to 25,000 per month .
Thank You !

is it neccesary that a person having medical branch in 12th and after can only become a psycologist? i am a b.tech student and is it possible for me to be a psycologist in future ?please tell me the best and possible way.

What stream should I take in 11th if I want to be a psychologist?
Should I take arts or science?

I completed master degree in psychology .how to practice as psychologist.Any registration required in India

is it necessary to take up medical in 11th if I want to become a psychologist or even Non medical (i.e. physics, chemistry and maths with I.P) will work???