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Neuropsychologists

Neuropsychologists. What would I do? Neuropsychologists use their knowledge of the relationship between the brain and neuropsychological function as a basis for investigation into the cognitive functioning of patients with suspected or established brain damage. How do I become one?

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Neuropsychologists

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  1. Neuropsychologists What would I do? Neuropsychologists use their knowledge of the relationship between the brain and neuropsychological function as a basis for investigation into the cognitive functioning of patients with suspected or established brain damage. How do I become one? At least an upper second class degree Accredited postgraduate training through either a Clinical or Educational training route BPS Qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology Where can I obtain relevant experience? Voluntary work for charities for individuals with brain injuries Working with the NHS Working with people with physical or mental health issues

  2. Sport & Exercise Psychologists What would I do? Sport psychologists help athletes prepare for the demands of competition, training and the emotional consequences of an injury. Exercise psychologists promote exercise participation and motivation levels in the general population rather than in athletes and can help with planning exercise regimes. How do I become one? At least an upper second class degree Masters in sport and exercise psychology Where can I obtain relevant experience? Coaching a sports team PE Teacher Fitness Instructor www.soton.ac.uk/psychology/sport_and_exercise

  3. Other Career Pathways Where can a degree in Psychology take me? A Psychology degree provides graduates with a variety of transferable skills plus knowledge about how the human mind works and its influence on behaviour. Your study will have enabled you to develop excellent interpersonal skills and a great deal of other qualities. What are these ‘transferable skills’? Expertise in written and oral communication Time and task management Working well independently and as a team Ability to handle complex written and numerical information Ability to take a critical stance Good project-management skills We have alumni placed with all of these Employers www.soton.ac.uk/psychology/other_careers

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