What gcse's are needed to become a psyciatrist?

Answer 1

You can take pretty much the GCSEs you want when you want to be a psychologist, but you do need to do a double science GCSE (double science psychology), which you probably already ready know, even tho i say this still hope this helped

Answer 2

To become a psychiatrist you first need to qualify as a medical doctor at an accredited medical school, then complete general post med school & specialty training. So, GCSEs are simply step one on the road to medical school, & good grades are essential in English, Maths & Science.

You also need good AS/ A Levels, including Biology & Chemistry, and a good score in the aptitude tests used for medical school admissions, all of which require you to demonstrate clear thinking & writing/ communication skills, problem solving capabilities, & knowledge & understanding of the biological & physical sciences. Your application must be supported by appropriate/ credible references, & must contain evidence of relevant work experience (eg in hospitals/ care facilities; with family doctors; voluntary work etc), a mature understanding of the demands of studying medicine/ a medical career, & a clear statement of why you wish to be a doctor. They also look for evidence of good time management & team working skills, a capacity for sustained hard work, & sheer commitment/ determination. All of this is likely to be probed extensively at interview. Having got into medical school, it'll take at least 10 years to qualify as a psychiatrist - the road is long & hard!

In Britain this would be: 5-6 years at medical school (4 if you earn a bachelor's degree first, & qualify for one of the "fast track graduate entrant" schemes); 2 years of "Foundation Training" as a junior doctor (called a "House Officer", or "Intern" in N America); at least 3-4 years of specialist training in Psychiatry (as a "Registrar", or "Resident" in N America). Satisfactory performance, & passing the requisite exams/ competency tests, earns membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych), & you can then apply for permanent posts in a hospital and/ or enter private practice as a psychiatrist.

Entry to medical schools is very competitive. In Great Britain, you need first to have a good range of GCSE passes demonstrating a broad & balanced general education; high standard of written & spoken English, and good mathematical, scientific capabilities/ knowledge & understanding. Most medical schools look for at least 8 GCSE passes, which must include English, Maths & Science (either the "Double Award", or 3 separate sciences - Biology, Chemistry, Physics) - usually at grade A*- A. They'll also look for evidence of broader general education - eg subjects like History, Geography, Modern & Classical Languages, English Lit etc.. Subjects like Psychology, Sociology, Statistics & IT are also useful. So, English, Maths & Science (at top grades) are essential; thereafter go for as much breadth as possible.

Additionally, and essentially, you also need good AS/A Levels in Maths/ Science combinations: Biology and Chemistry (especially Chemistry) are usually required at A2 Level, usually at A grade. You don't need Maths at AS/ A level, but passing the aptitude tests required by all medical schools (Biomedical Sciences Aptitude Test; Clinical Aptitude Test etc) demands a fairly high level of mathematical skill & formal reasoning/ data interpretation capability.

Finally, but by no means least, remember they look for well balanced/ stable people who integrate well socially, are dependable, & have a broad outlook on/ interest in life generally. Regular commitment to team games, musical & dramatic activities, involvement in political, social, & religious/ cultural activities are all generally seen as good indicators of such qualities.

Answer 3

it depends what category you want to be with the child but from what i know you are most likely to need sociology this helps to deal with humans and how people's minds are as we are all different a humanity which is likely to be geography to bulid up on the child's life and environment. Maths is cumpolsury sciences and english but english litetrure would help as for speaking and confidence biology and physics are best if you are picking two GCSE's as its for the body and if you work with disabled children it helps. If you need more information its best to speak to your career's adviser.

Answer 4

English Lit or English Lang with a B grade, Biology with a B Grade