Neuropsychologists & Clinical Neuropsychologists
Also called: Clinical Neuropsychologist, Professor, Neuropsychologist, Neuropsychology Service Director
What they do:
Apply theories and principles of neuropsychology to diagnose and treat disorders of higher cerebral functioning.
On the job, you would:
- Write or prepare detailed clinical neuropsychological reports using data from psychological or neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct observations, or interviews.
- Read current literature, talk with colleagues, and participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in neuropsychology.
- Educate and supervise practicum students, psychology interns, or hospital staff.
Math and Science
Health
Arts and Humanities
Education and Training
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
People and Technology Systems
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Verbal
Ideas and Logic
Visual Understanding
Attention
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People interested in this work like activities that include
ideas, thinking, and figuring things out. They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Medical software
Analytical or scientific software
Spreadsheet software
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You might like a career in one of these industries:
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