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Help? Clinical psychologist

Hey, so I'm interested in becoming a clinical psychologist and I'm currently in my first year of A levels and was wondering what exactly I need to do from my A levels onwards to become one because I'm slightly confused about the process.

Also what universities are best for this course?

Reply 1

D123xo

You would need to do an undergraduate psychology course accredited by the BPS, the go one to do a doctorate in clinical psychology. Ive recently applied to loughborough and got an offer there course is good

Reply 2

Yossyakin

Thank you this really helped!

Reply 3

Interrobang

In order to get onto the doctorate you also need relevant work experience like as an assistant psych or support worker or something. Check the sticky at the top of the forum on clinical psychology too

Reply 4

Lord Asriel

In addition to the FAQ I wrote, this is a really good link that explains the ins and outs of becoming a clinical psychologist

http://www.clinpsy.org.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=29

Reply 5

Nathanielle

(Just if you wonder: To become a psychatrist, you have to study medicine. Both profession have some overlap, so make sure, you opt for the one, you prefer.)