Collect, interpret, and apply scientific data relating to human behavior and mental processes.
Activities are in either applied fields of psychology or in basic science fields and research.
Include occupations in personnel research and in administration of testing and counseling programs. In high schools, clinics, hospitals, or government agencies, they work a set schedule. Those in private practice or in university settings work flexible hours, including evening and weekend appointments to serve their clients. The Psychologist occupation should grow faster than the average of all occupations thorough 2005. New jobs will account for most employment opportunities, but opportunities will also occur as Psychologists retire.