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.
To become a full professor you will likely need to first complete a doctorate of philosophy (PhD) program and receive your degree. After receiving your degree you can then find work at a college or university, and in the United States (US) you will likely be hired to teach and do research at the school as an assistant professor. After about six to eight years as an assistant professor, you may then apply for a promotion to become an associate professor.