Diagnoses disorders, including nature and extent, and determines the appropriate course of treatment for the patient. Uses talk therapy to treat patient illness or distress, cannot prescribe medication. Requires an advanced degree and a license to practice. May require at least 2-4 years of psychology experience.
1 A degree classification of 2.1 or above. 2  To become a university lecturer, you will need to take postgraduate courses leading to a PhD. 3  To be accepted onto those courses, you will usually need at least a good 2.1 in your degree. 4  A Master's in your chosen field.
Step 3: Find Employment as a Lecturer or Assistant Professor. Although some doctoral graduates might get hired at the associate professor level, most work their way up through the ranks, beginning as lecturers or assistant professors. Working as an assistant professor also could be the first step toward earning tenure, which typically takes around seven years to achieve.