How much educaiton is neded to be a psycholgist?

Answer 1

A practicing psychologist usually needs four years of undergrad (to earn their Bachelor's of Science). Then they will usually attend at least two more years of graduate school, to earn their Master's of Psychology, or more to earn a Ph.D. Total schooling is anywhere between 6 and 12 years.

Answer 2

A psychologist is simply someone that graduated from college with a major in psychology. However, further education, such as a master's in psychology can be obtained. But, only 4 years in college completing a psychology major is necessary. A psychiatrist has to complete undergraduate studies-most majoring in psychology with a pre-medical program-and then go on to medical school. This is primarily because psychiatrists can prescribe medicine to their patients where psychologists cannot.

Answer 3

To become a psychologist, you typically need a doctoral degree in psychology, which is about 5-7 years of postgraduate study. This includes completing a bachelor's degree, a master's degree, and then a doctoral program in psychology.