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psychological assistant
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A Psychological Assistant helps psychologists by preparing intakes, conducting mental health assessments, and assisting with research. Their role is to assist with, plan and evaluate patient treatment programs, conduct assessments, and administer testing. Their responsibilities are to collaborate with physicians and social service agencies, prepare written records, interview and gather the medical history of patients, take notes during assessments, update records, and gather and analyze research data.

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Avg Pay: $65K
Jobs: 105
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Avg Pay: $59K
Jobs: 51

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2.7 years
$62K
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2.60 years
Entry
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4
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  • Doctor Of Philosophy (ph.d.) In Clinical Psychology
    The number of occurrences matches with Psychological Assistant in our database.
    Avg. Duration:47 monthsAvg. Fees:$39,758Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Of Arts (b.a.) In Psychology
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$31,580Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Degree In Psychology
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$31,580Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Master Of Arts (m.a.) In Clinical Psychology
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    Avg. Duration:20 monthsAvg. Fees:$27,276Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Master Of Arts (m.a.) In Counseling Psychology
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    Avg. Duration:21 monthsAvg. Fees:$26,273Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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