Annual Salary
£32,305 to £45,838
Average UK salary in 2019 was £30,378
(source Office for National Statistics)
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Clinical psychologists help people to deal with mental health issues, phobias and addiction.
Average UK salary in 2019 was £30,378
(source Office for National Statistics)
You could work: evenings / weekends; occasionally
There will be
6% more Clinical psychologist jobs in 2026.
In your local area
In this job, you'll:
You could work in an NHS or private hospital, at a client's home, at a university or at a health centre.
Your working environment may be emotionally demanding.
You can get into this job through:
You'll need to complete:
Competition for postgraduate training is strong. You'll need a first or upper second class degree, and evidence of excellent research skills to apply. You'll also need relevant work experience.
If you have a degree in a different subject, you may be able to complete an approved psychology conversion course.
You'll usually need:
You could do a clinical associate in psychology integrated degree apprenticeship.
As clinical associate in psychology you would work under the supervision of a registered clinical psychologist.
The clinical associate in psychology role sits between psychology assistant and qualified clinical psychologist.
You will need graduate basis for chartered membership (GBC) for the British Psychological Society.
You'll usually need:
You'll need to:
You can join The British Psychological Society for professional development and training opportunities.
You’ll find more about careers in clinical psychology from The British Psychological Society and Health Careers.
You could work with particular groups like children, young offenders or people with addictions.
With further training, you could specialise in clinical neuropsychology, or move into research or university teaching.
You might also work as a freelance consultant, advising other professionals and clients, or set up your own psychology practice.
You’ll find more details about careers in psychology from The British Psychological Society and Health Careers.
You'll need: