Child Psychologist
Philosophy
I want to be a child psychologist because i want to teach children how to deal with their emotions and feel better about themselves. I believe that if we teach children from a young age on how to deal with emotions, they will grow up to be a better person.
Skills/Work Habits
Research
has the skills to do evaluations and new ways to help
patients
Ethics and Standards
ethics are important to consider when dealing with
another person's well being
Intervention and Consultation
Engages in activities that promotes positive
functioning and well being
Assessment and Evaluation
Has to be good at determining which methods are best to use to help the client
Interpersonal Relationship
Psychologists must be able to keep and maintain a good relationship with their clients
Related Careers
Psychology Teacher
avg. $85,050
Neuropsychologist
avg. $93,440
Psychiatrist
Avg. $216,090
Career Influences
understand my own mental health
schizophrenia
ocd
anxiety
depression
Helping Children
Money
makes $74,178 - $149,171
Education
University
Master of Arts, SCCP Program
can get you a PhD
2 years long
School and Clinical Child Psychology
Bachelor's in Psychology
High school
Working with Infants and Children
Anthropology
ENGU3