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Counselling psychologists treat people by examining their experiences and exploring underlying issues.
You’ll need an honours degree in psychology to become a member of the Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society which allows you to apply for post graduate courses in counselling psychology.Most jobs in the NHS are covered by the Agenda for Change (AfC) pay scales. Once they have completed their training, counselling psychologists will be paid at band 7. Counselling psychologists in the NHS will usually work standard hours of 37.5 per week. Terms and conditions can vary for employers outside of the NHS.On a daily basis you will use a broad range of skills, including a thorough knowledge of psychological theory and practice, an interest in how people think and behave and the ability to relate to a wide range of people including patients and colleagues.You'll need to be a patient, sympathetic and the ability to work on your own and in consultation with others.Some psychologists decide to go into management and lead a team of professionals. With further experience you could qualify for the Register of Psychologists Specialising in psychotherapy and become a clinical supervisor. You could decide to go into clinical academic research to support the development of the profession, advocacy or social justice. You could also apply for a trainee high intensity therapist position, enabling you to work under the Improving Access to Psychological Therapies initiative. -
Healthcare increasingly uses sophisticated equipment and instruments to diagnose illness and to treat patients.
Appropriate A-levels including at least one science (or equivalent level-3 qualifications) are required to enter the NHS Practitioner Training Programme (PTP); a relevant degree (at a minimum of a 2:1 classification or a 2:2 with appropriate postgraduate qualifications), is required for the NHS Scientist Training Programme (STP).NHS staff will usually work a standard 37.5 hours per week. They may work a shift pattern. Most jobs in the NHS are covered by the Agenda for Change (AfC) pay scales. Healthcare science staff in clinical or medical technology can earn between AfC bands 5 and 9, depending on the role and level of responsibility. As a healthcare science practitioner, you’d usually start on band 5, with opportunities to progress to more senior positions. Trainee clinical scientists train at band 6 level, and qualified clinical scientists are generally appointed at band 7. With experience and further qualifications, you could apply for posts up to band 9. Terms and conditions of service can vary for employers outside the NHS.An interest in science and technology, good communication skills, comfortable using modern technology and complex equipment, attention to detail, good interpersonal skills and able to work as part of a team.With further training or experience or both, you may be able to develop your career further and apply for vacancies in areas such as further specialisation, management, research, or teaching.