Clinical psychologist, Kaimātai hinengaro haumanu
Also known as
- Registered psychologist, psychologist
Clinical psychologists diagnose, treat and work to prevent a range of psychological problems that affect people's behaviour, thoughts and emotions.
Duration
2:50 mins
Your pay could be
$85K
Lower
$101K to $134K
Most common
$150K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
6-7 years
Clinical psychologists
- usually work regular business hours but may work overtime
- usually work in health centres, clinics, private practices and hospitals and may travel locally
- may do emotionally demanding work
- need to be responsible, communicate well and identify and solve problems
Tasks
- assess problems and strengths through interviews
- carry out mental performance tests
- develop treatment plans for clients
- provide behavioural therapy
- help clients understand themselves
- observe behaviour and emotional responses
- support self-development and problem solving
- advise on managing stress and emotions
- monitor progress and adjust treatments
- keep records of assessments and therapies
Investigative
Social
Creative
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Do the quizYou need more than one qualification to become a clinical psychologist.
You need
- a bachelor's degree in psychology
- a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology
- a Master of Clinical Psychology OR a Doctor of Clinical Psychology
- 1,500 hours of approved supervised practice
- an Annual Practising Certificate
- to pass a police check
Registration
You need to be registered to do this job. This means you meet your industry's professional standards.
New Zealand Psychologists Board
Te Poari Kaimātai Hinengaro o Aotearoa
Phone Number,0800 471 4580
registration@nzpb.org.nz
https://www.psychologistsboard.org.nzIf you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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