Neuropsychologists and Clinical Neuropsychologists

Employers

Many psychologists work for federal agencies, while the rest work in the offices of health practitioners, outpatient care centers, general medical and surgical hospitals. Others work in colleges, universities, and professional schools, and in scientific research and development services. Some neuropsychologists are self-employed. Clinical neuropsychologists may teach at colleges or universities, or they may work with patients in a private practice or a hospital, where they provide therapy after evaluation through special tests.

Starting Out

Those entering the field with a master's degree will face strong competition for few jobs. School career services offices or a psychology professor may be able to help such students find a position assisting a neuropsychologist at a health center or other location. Neuropsychologists with a master's or doctorate degree often get their start through an internship, receiving job offers upon graduation. They also participate in professional associations for networking opportunities and job referrals. Organizations such as the American Academy of Clinical Neuropsychology (https://theaacn.org/view-jobs) often list job vacancies.