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Neuropsychologists

Apply theories and principles of neuropsychology to evaluate and diagnose disorders of higher cerebral functioning, often in research and medical settings. Study the human brain and the effect of physiological states on human cognition and behavior. May formulate and administer programs of treatment.

O*NET 30.3 Database (USDOL/ETA) · occupation code 19-3039.02

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Conduct neuropsychological evaluations such as assessments of intelligence, academic ability, attention, concentration, sensorimotor function, language, learning, and memory.
Write or prepare detailed clinical neuropsychological reports, using data from psychological or neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct observations, or interviews.
Interview patients to obtain comprehensive medical histories.
Diagnose and treat conditions involving injury to the central nervous system, such as cerebrovascular accidents, neoplasms, infectious or inflammatory diseases, degenerative diseases, head traumas, demyelinating diseases, and various forms of dementing illnesses.
Establish neurobehavioral baseline measures for monitoring progressive cerebral disease or recovery.
Provide education or counseling to individuals and families.
Diagnose and treat pediatric populations for conditions such as learning disabilities with developmental or organic bases.
Read current literature, talk with colleagues, and participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in neuropsychology.
Participate in educational programs, in-service training, or workshops to remain current in methods and techniques.
Consult with other professionals about patients' neurological conditions.
Educate and supervise practicum students, psychology interns, or hospital staff.
Design or implement rehabilitation plans for patients with cognitive dysfunction.

O*NET 30.3 task ratings, importance scale

Skills that matter most

Importance, rated 1 to 5.

Active Listening4.5

Reading Comprehension4.5

Writing4.4

Critical Thinking4.2

Speaking4.2

Active Learning3.9

Monitoring3.6

Science3.6

Learning Strategies3.5

Mathematics3.0

O*NET 30.3 skills, importance scale

Software and tools

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IBM SPSS Statistics●Microsoft Excel●Microsoft Office software●Microsoft PowerPoint●Microsoft Word●Automated Neuropsychological Metric Assessments BatteryBehavioral Assessment and Research System BARSBrainMetric The Category TestBrainTrain Captain's LogCogniSyst Computerized Assessment of Response Bias CARBConners' Continuous Performance Test IIDatabase softwareEmail softwareInteractive psychological evaluation softwareMicroCog Assessment of Cognitive FunctioningNoldus Information Technology The Observer XTOperational Data Store ODS softwarePatient electronic medical record EMR softwarePsychological testing softwareScheduling softwareStatistical softwareThe Tova Company Test of Variables of AttentionWeb browser software

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What this work is actually like

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5 / 5Extensive preparation — graduate school, and often a licence on top.

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Working conditions that stand out

Exposed to Contaminants−1.6 below average

Spend Time Sitting+1.4 above average

Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures−1.3 below average

Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions−1.3 below average

Spend Time Standing−1.3 below average

Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable−1.2 below average

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets−1.1 below average

O*NET 30.3 work context, frequency scale · observed 2024-08

How people actually get in

Share of workers by the education they hold.

Post-Doctoral Training84%

Doctoral Degree16%

O*NET 30.2 education, training and experience · observed 2024-08

What kind of person the work suits

Occupational interest profile, rated 1 to 7.

Investigative7.0

Social5.3

Conventional3.3

O*NET 30.2 occupational interests (RIASEC)

What you take with you

Skills rated for how well they transfer into other occupations.

Judgment and Decision Making4.2

Complex Problem Solving4.1

Social Perceptiveness4.1

Service Orientation3.6

Instructing3.4

Persuasion3.2

Systems Evaluation3.2

Systems Analysis3.2

O*NET 30.3 transferable skills, importance scale

Knowledge the work draws on

PsychologyTherapy and CounselingEnglish LanguageEducation and TrainingCustomer and Personal ServiceMedicine and Dentistry

Abilities it leans on

Written ComprehensionOral ExpressionWritten ExpressionOral ComprehensionInductive ReasoningDeductive Reasoning

O*NET 30.3 abilities and knowledge, importance scale

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NeuropsychologistStaff PsychologistAdult NeuropsychologistAviation NeuropsychologistForensic NeuropsychologistPediatric NeuropsychologistBoard Certified NeuropsychologistNeuropsychology Medical ConsultantChild and Adolescent Neuropsychologist

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The same work in Europe

ESCO occupation	ISCO	Match
psychologist	2634.2	broader

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