Psychology is the scientific study of human behaviour. There are three areas of specialism in the HSE: Clinical, Educational and Counselling.
There are mulitple entry routes to the Psychology profession:
- 2:1 undergraduate degree in Psychology plus doctoral degree or equivalent in your chosen area of specialism from an accredited course
- Undergraduate Degree Conversion Course plus doctoral degree or equivalent in your chosen area of specialism from an accredited course
The HSE offer a Psychology Trainee 3 year accredited postgraduate professional training programme in the area of either Counselling, Educational or Clinical, in a partnership between the HSE and selected Irish universities.
The Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), the professional body for psychology provide more information on accredited courses, qualifying abroad and a podcast on how to become a Psychologist.