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Psychologists study the behaviour, emotions and thinking processes of
humans to better understand their behaviour, and provide assessment
and treatment for mental disorders. Psychologists either provide
therapeutic services or work in an academic setting.
approximate salary: $50,173 – $83,713
high school preparation: Academic high school diploma with an
emphasis on English, Biology and Mathematics. Volunteer work experience
is an asset.
academic requirements: In Canada, Psychologists must hold either a
master’s or a doctorate degree in Psychology. A master’s degree is a minimum
of 2 years after a bachelor’s degree and a doctoral degree is 3 to 5 years after
a master’s degree.
educational institutes in atlantic canada offering a program:
The University of Prince Edward Island offers an undergraduate degree in
Psychology and most university psychology departments (outside of PEI) offer
degrees up to the doctoral level. They all differ in terms of study opportunities.
A student contemplating a career in Psychology may wish to find out which
university appeals to his/her own interest.
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