Educational Psychology Doctorate 2015

I'm a second year trainee :smile:

applications will have closed for 2015 entry but feel free to ask me questions

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iammichealjackson

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Original post by The Pale Dreamer

I'm a second year trainee :smile:

applications will have closed for 2015 entry but feel free to ask me questions

What type of work experience did you get? I originally thought that it had to be teaching work experience, but looking at the BPS site other types of work experience are fine too. If you had a PhD in psychology, would that count as work experience?

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Original post by iammichealjackson

What type of work experience did you get? I originally thought that it had to be teaching work experience, but looking at the BPS site other types of work experience are fine too. If you had a PhD in psychology, would that count as work experience?

It might do, if you did a PhD that meant you were in contact with a relevant population.

I did a PGCE, worked as a TA in a primary school and as an ABA tutor in a school for children with autism

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Mojojojo

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Original post by The Pale Dreamer

It might do, if you did a PhD that meant you were in contact with a relevant population.

I did a PGCE, worked as a TA in a primary school and as an ABA tutor in a school for children with autism

So would a PGCE count as your years experience, or would you need to teach for a year after? How long were you a TA? All the people I know who want to do EdPsych, are going to try and get a TA job for a year and then apply with that. Is that enough, given how competitive it is?
Also, my university does a year in industry and I was considering getting a placement in educational psychology for that, but at the same time, I might just finish my degree before getting work experience. Did you have a placement year as part of your degree?
And which university are you getting your doctorate at?

Sorry! I'm full of questions.

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Original post by Mojojojo

So would a PGCE count as your years experience, or would you need to teach for a year after? How long were you a TA? All the people I know who want to do EdPsych, are going to try and get a TA job for a year and then apply with that. Is that enough, given how competitive it is?
Also, my university does a year in industry and I was considering getting a placement in educational psychology for that, but at the same time, I might just finish my degree before getting work experience. Did you have a placement year as part of your degree?
And which university are you getting your doctorate at?

Sorry! I'm full of questions.

I don't think the pgce does count because most unis specify paid work experience. One year may be enough as a TA but it's unlikely I'm afraid - on my course the shortest amount of experience was 2 years but that was only 2 people. Year in industry may help you get a job like an assistant. There weren't many unis offering that when I applied for psychology.

Sorry if I missed a question but I'm on my phone

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Mojojojo

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Thanks! So how long were you a teaching assistant for, and how old were you when you got accepted for the doctorate?

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iammichealjackson

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Original post by The Pale Dreamer

I don't think the pgce does count because most unis specify paid work experience. One year may be enough as a TA but it's unlikely I'm afraid - on my course the shortest amount of experience was 2 years but that was only 2 people. Year in industry may help you get a job like an assistant. There weren't many unis offering that when I applied for psychology. And I'm at Nottingham

Sorry if I missed a question but I'm on my phone

Sorry to bombard you with questions. Is there any way that as an ed psych you can choose to specialise in helping older children / adults instead of young children from the outset? I think i'd prefer working with adults / older children, too young children just annoy me a bit :s-smilie:

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Original post by Mojojojo

Thanks! So how long were you a teaching assistant for, and how old were you when you got accepted for the doctorate?

I was a teaching assistant for a year, did a PGCE and then worked in a school for children with autism for two years (not as a qualified teacher). I was 26 when I got onto the course, and there were only 3 people younger on my course and one the same age as me

Original post by iammichealjackson

Sorry to bombard you with questions. Is there any way that as an ed psych you can choose to specialise in helping older children / adults instead of young children from the outset? I think i'd prefer working with adults / older children, too young children just annoy me a bit :s-smilie:

Don't think so at the moment I'm afraid. Even with specialist roles you still have a normal work allocation

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Hi! I applied for the Educational Psychologist training too (2016 entry). I have completed a Psychology degree, and currently completing the MEd Psychology of Education. I have worked as tutor in various companies (mainly working in low socio-economic areas), and I have completed some work experience in the Manchester Museum supporting/facilitating children's summer activities. Do I stand a good chance? :/ Kind of worried that my experience is weak .

Also, another question. After the deadline date has passed how quickly do the universities let you know if you have been successful for the next stage?

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If you read the handbook all of the information is in their for when universities inform you and interview dates are. I have also applied for this year.

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I found it really difficult to do my personal statement....do you need and Masters or pgce to apply because I don't have them I just focuses on my experience the past couple of years.

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Original post by Brighteyes89

I found it really difficult to do my personal statement....do you need and Masters or pgce to apply because I don't have them I just focuses on my experience the past couple of years.

If you don't have a BPS accredited psychology undergrad then you will need to complete a BPS accredited psychology masters course. Check in the handbook

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I'm bps psychology undergrad...so that's good....I got a bit worried their for a second.

As for your experience....your experiences are similar to mine to an extent....like they say you don't no till you try...I was gonna say I'll inbox you on here but I don't think i can....

My experiences are being a support worker for four years, now working as a learning assistant...doing volunteer work abroad with a mental health organisation, volunteering in a school and other things a long the way. I'd say anyone who applies has a good chance...it best to apply then regret it later.

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I only made an account yesterday 😂 Still trying to learn how to use this forum

Thank you :smile:

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So am I ..l have you submitted your application?

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Yeah I submitted it early. What about you? I found the personal statement quite tricky to write up due to the limited character count

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I was waiting for my references and they came through today. I thought if they didn't come through their was no point to continue as it would be rejected straight away. I'm writing my personal statement ATM. It is very tricky to write. I've not got a clue if the things I have included is write or relevant. It's been a while since I've actually focuses on selling myself properly.

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