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Child psychologists focus on the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders ranging from depression to schizophrenia. These professionals operate in a clinical setting, usually in private practice but sometimes in a hospital, and are trained to provide strategies for coping with specific disorders. They interview patients and conduct tests, and they may provide family psychotherapy. If substance abuse is involved, a child therapist might devise a treatment plan or intervention; if a child suffers from phobias, the therapist may implement a behavior modification program.
Job Requirements
- Education and Training: To become a child psychologist, you are required to go for a 4-year undergraduate study in any course of study that allows for easy translation to advanced psychology study; usually a Bachelor’s in psychology is recommended. Afterward, you are expected to enroll for a Master’s and Doctorate degree study in child psychology. You are also required to complete a year’s internship and pass the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology, which will qualify you to obtain a license for the practice. Other certifications for a subspecialty may be required.
- Communication Skill: Child psychologists are able to effectively interact with children and young people
- Empathic quality: Child psychologists are knowledgeable in addressing the emotional needs of children
- Problem-solving Skills: They possess the ability to reach conclusions from a diagnosis and proffer appropriate treatment.
- Be able to give character building sessions to enhance children behaviors
