Psychologists perform a wide variety of tasks and work in a number of different clinical and research settings. Generally, psychologists provide mental health care or investigate and analyze human behavior. They use a variety of diagnostic tests and tools to treat patients including interviews, psychological tests, and other methods that may require a physician. Treatment methods may include psychotherapy, medication, and rehabilitation. Psychologists may work closely with other healthcare professionals to provide treatment and are expected to be very familiar with the concepts and practice of their respected field.

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Psychologist Salary

Overall, Psychologist salaries are based on years of experience, location, the type of facility and shifts.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the median annual average salary of clinical, counseling, and school psychologists was $54,590. However, a variance in salary was reported according to type of employment as follows:

Healthcare Practitioner Offices: $64,460
Elementary/Secondary Schools: $58,360
Outpatient Care: $46,850
Individual and Family Services: $42,640

Psychologists who specialize in Industrial/Organizational Psychology (I/O) had a higher median annual average salary of $71,400.

Psychologist Job Outlook

There is a prosperous job outlook for psychologists in all positions due to an increased demand for psychologists in schools, hospitals, substance abuse clinics, consulting firms, and other mental health centers.

According to the US Department of Labor, the employment of psychologists between now and 2014 is expected to grow faster than average at a rate of 18 to 26 percent.

School psychologists with a specialist degree are expected to have the best advantage of employment opportunities. The increased understanding of how mental and behavioral problems affect learning is creating a high demand for psychologists in the school system.

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