Project 1: Different Types of Psychologists Jessica Knupp

Educational Psychologists Overview Educational Psychologists are experts on the science behind how people learn. They are researchers and can be educators or consultants. Educational psychologists are usually hired by schools to work with staff and administration to implement successful learning programs for the students. http://www.psychologist-license.com/types-of-psychologists/educational-psychologist.html#context/api/listings/prefilter http://www.psychology.org/careers/educational-psychologist/#what-is https://everlief.co.uk/services/educational-psychology/

Educational Psychologists Overview Most of their training is spent learning to administer assessments and preparing to meet state licensing requirements. An educational psychologist may not be qualified to provide diagnostic assessments to children, but can still be qualified to analyze data and identify problems in a school district. They may collect and study many forms of data in order to make recommendations for improved performance. http://www.psychologist-license.com/types-of-psychologists/educational-psychologist.html#context/api/listings/prefilter http://alternativestoteaching-couk.webs.com/outsideofschool.htm

Educational Psychologists Skills and Competencies Data Analysis and Evaluation Critical Thinking Research Discretion Mathematics Interpersonal Information Technology http://www.psychology.org/careers/educational-psychologist/#what-is https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/management/research/

Educational Psychologists Education Educational Psychologists must either get their master’s or doctorate in order to practice. At the master’s level, educational psychology may be combined along with developmental psychology. This level may be sought out by educators wanting to enhance their teaching. A doctorate level will offer many higher level research positions. All school psychologists must be licensed or certified. http://www.psychologist-license.com/types-of-psychologists/educational-psychologist.html#context/api/listings/prefilter http://www.educational-psychologist.co.uk/

Educational Psychologists Salary In 2012, educational psychologists who work in schools would earn an average salary of $63,340 per year. Those who work in research and development would earn more, with an average of $84,060 per year. http://mastersinpsychologyguide.com/articles/educational-psychology-salary-masters-phd-students http://www.payscale.com/career-news/2013/07/5-tips-for-negotiating-your-new-job-salary

Sports Psychologists Overview They explore the link between the psychological and physical factors that affect performance in competitive sports and athletic activity. Sports psychologists incorporate physiology, kinesiology, and biomechanics in order to assist sports psychologists in treating a wide range of mental health issues commonly experienced by athletes. http://www.psychology.org/careers/sports-psychologist/#what-is http://www.sport.bham.ac.uk/page.aspx?sitesectionid=251&sitesectiontitle=Sports+psychology

Sports Psychologists Overview Sports psychologists may practice in a hospital, clinic, gym, rehabilitation center, high school or university, or in a private practice. They are often employed as a part of a team of specialists, put together from a variety of disciplines. This maximizes the health and wellness among all athletes, coaches, teams, parents of athletes, and fitness professionals. http://www.psychology.org/careers/sports-psychologist/#what-is http://www.espncricinfo.com/west-indies-v-india-2011/content/story/521006.html

Sports Psychologists Skills and Competencies Objectivity and Sound Judgement Critical Thinking Interpersonal Skills and Confidentiality Thorough Knowledge of Exercise Science and Sports Medicine Understanding of Common Sports-Related Injuries and Treatments Understanding of Application of Stress Management and Mental Conditioning Techniques Data Analysis Research ad Assessment http://www.psychology.org/careers/sports-psychologist/#what-is https://www.shsu.edu/academics/health-sciences/kinesiology/undergraduate/exercise-science.html

Sports Psychologists Education While it is possible to get a sports psychology position with just a bachelor’s degree with a combination of physical education and psychology, aspiring psychologists seek more advanced degrees. Master’s and doctorates in sports psychology are more marketable and are offered at most universities. http://careersinpsychology.org/becoming-a-sports-psychologist/ https://www.universityparent.com/topics/parent-posts/50-college-graduation-gift-ideas-for-parents-2/

Sports Psychologists Salary In 2012, the average wage for sports psychologists was $34.72 an hour, or $72,220 a year. http://www.psychologist-license.com/types-of-psychologists/sport-psychologist.html#context/api/listings/prefilter http://1mhowto.com/howto/4-ways-to-properly-distribute-the-salary/