HEALTH/MEDICAL SERVICES

Educational Psychologist

Investigates learning and teaching, and develops psychological
techniques to foster the development and skills of individuals
and groups in educational settings.

Skill Level:

The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree
or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is
required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or
licensing is required.

Tasks Include:

• conducts research into motivation in learning, group
  performance and individual differences in mental abilities and
  educational performance
• collects data and analyses characteristics of students and
  recommends educational programs
• formulates achievement, diagnostic and predictive tests for
  use by teachers in planning methods and content of
  instruction
• develops special methods of remedial instruction
• develops guidelines for the selection and development of
  teachers
• liaises with education specialists to plan curriculum and
  develop methods of organising, conducting and evaluating
  education programs
• may provide individuals and groups with educational and
  vocational guidance, training in study skills and personal
  counselling
  

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