How to become an educational psychologist

First, you'll need to complete a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited psychology degree. This is to ensure you have the basic knowledge of psychology to underpin your career.

We offer a BPS accredited Psychology and Child Development BSc (Hons) degree. This will help you understand the social, cognitive and biological issue that shape the way children think and feel. There is a module about neurocognitive development and disorders, which explores how certain disorders can develop and present. 

We offer other BPS accredited courses. These include Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Neuropsychology and Psychology with Psychotherapy and Counselling.

Once you've graduated, you'll qualify for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the BPS. This will allow you to apply for a Doctorate in Educational Psychology.

Didn't study psychology? Don't worry, you can still become an educational psychologist. You just need to study a BPS accredited conversion degree or master's degree.

We offer a BPS accredited Psychology Conversion MSc degree. This allows non-psychology graduates to go onto further psychology training. You'll learn about the core areas of psychology, including cognitive, social and developmental psychology. This will give you the underlying knowledge you need to understand human behaviour.

Once you've completed your degree, you'll qualify for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the BPS. This will then allow you to apply for a Doctorate in Educational Psychology.

You'll need to complete a Doctorate in Educational Psychology. This is government funded. You must have the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the BPS. You'll also need a BPS accredited bachelor's degree, conversion degree or master's degree.

The Doctorate in Educational Psychology is a three year course that combines further learning with real-world practice. You'll learn how to assess and diagnose, as well as interventions to help children. You'll learn about different therapeutic approaches. You'll also work for a local authority, applying what you have learned to help children.

Once you have completed a Doctorate in Educational Psychology, you will need to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). This will allow you to practice as an educational psychologist. 

Then you will be able to apply for positions with local authorities or private practices.