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AGCAS / Prospects Options Series

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 13:54:52 GMT

Options series. “Next step” guide based on subject of study highlighting career areas linked to this degree discipline or ideas for further study. It also includes case studies as well as useful contacts and resources.

NHS Careers

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 22:01:39 GMT

Careers website for the NHS. Includes a wealth of information on the different jobs available, from doctors, nurses and pharmacists, to biomedical scientists, physicists and psychologists. Includes a "what can I do with my degree" tool for graduates. Management training scheme.

Tutor Hunt

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 10:28:14 GMT

Primary, GCSE, A-Level or adult learner tutor search site.

ResearchJOBS

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 11:05:55 GMT

The online international job board of the scientific research network ResearchGATE. Includes Biological sciences, Chemical Science, Computer sciences, Economics, Education, Engineering, Health sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology and Social Science

Eternship

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 10:02:03 GMT

Eternship is an online platform for students and graduates in the UK providing a growing library of career profiles across a range of sectors to inform career decision-making. The content is detailed and task-orientated, designed to provide insight into specific job roles.

Higher education lecturer

Tue, 15 May 2012 14:13:37 GMT

Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities, work conditions, entry requirements, training, career development and typical employers. Links to further information

V-inspired

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 13:33:04 GMT

Useful search tool for various voluntary opportunities within for instance the arts, film, music, youth work, environment, children and much more.

NHS Jobs

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 11:30:06 GMT

The NHS jobsite. Search for any type of job within the NHS, from scientific roles to psychologist positions. Vacancies can change fast, so check often!

Rethink

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 15:50:26 GMT

Rethink, is a national mental health membership charity, working to help everyone affected by severe mental illness recover a better quality of life.

Higher Education Academy Psychology Network

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 14:00:02 GMT

Student section includes a list of all UK psychology departments, case studies and links to useful careers websites.

English Institute of Sport

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 13:32:45 GMT

A nationwide network of sport science and sports medical support services, designed to foster the talents of our elite athletes. Background information on sports science and related information and there is a section for jobs with EIS.

Good Moves

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 18:44:52 GMT

Jobsite for charities and the voluntary sector. Vacancies for working with children, in the arts, environment, with disabled people and more.

Further education lecturer

Tue, 15 May 2012 14:13:52 GMT

Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities, work conditions, entry requirements, training, career development and typical employers. Links to further information

ClickAJob: Medical & Healthcare Jobs

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 11:37:32 GMT

Vacancies in medical and healthcare areas, such as therapy,carer, chemist,clinical,dental,nursing,optician,radiology and medical technician.

TeleJob

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 10:41:14 GMT

Electronic job exchange board for research assistants and doctoral students of the technological institutes of Zurich (AVETH) and Lausanne (ACIDE).

Mencap

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 09:51:33 GMT

Mencap work with people with a learning disability to change laws, challenge prejudice and support them to live their lives as they choose.They support individuals and their families. They also have job vacancies and volunteering opportunities.

Careers in the allied health professions

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 12:30:58 GMT

NHS Careers booklet that briefly describes the many different roles within the allied health professions

Forensic psychologist (prison and probation services)

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 16:01:25 GMT

Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities, work conditions, entry requirements, training, career development and typical employers. Links to further information

Find A Masters

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 11:44:38 GMT

A searchable database of taught and research Master's programmes in the UK. Also a useful guide on taking a Master's and a dicussion forum.

Psychology

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:43:05 GMT

Mind

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:08:33 GMT

Charity dealing with issues related to mental health. Jobs in communications and fundraising opportunities for students.

Psychology Student Employability Guide

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 13:41:25 GMT

This 126 page guide provides psychology specific guidance for undergraduate students on such topics as personal development planning, the job market, emerging areas of psychology, self-assessment, gaining work experience, and CV development. Can be downloaded as a pdf.

British Psychological Society

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 15:39:35 GMT

Includes a wealth of information about Careers in Psychology, including careers information on specific psychology areas, vacancies (inc. for assistant psychologists), funding opportunities for courses, lists of course providers and more.

NHS- What can I do with my degree?

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 14:54:17 GMT

A website created especially for graduates, where you can enter your degree subject and a website especially made for that subject will appear. This includes case studies, career opportunities, advice and links.

MedHunters.com

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 11:50:07 GMT

Job site for healthcare and social services (mostly in USA and Canada).

Science Career Videos

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 14:45:08 GMT

A very useful websites for aspiring scientists. Includes videos of different types of scientists about their work, e.g. cosmology, environment, biochemistry, psychology and more.

Reed Health Group

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 10:28:24 GMT

Recruitment agency for healthcare professionals, e.g. doctors, nurses, psychologists and more. The most useful vacancies for graduates are for instance within biomedical science, mental health and healthcare assistance.

National Autistic Society

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:27:31 GMT

The National Autistic Society (NAS) provides support and services for those with Autism and Asperger syndrome. NAS runs the Prospects Employment Service, helping people with an autism spectrum disorder find work - look under the Our Services menu entry for Employment Services. They have specialised programmes for students and graduates. NAS also runs training courses both for those with autism, and those working with people who have autistic spectrum disorders.

Reed Charity

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 16:50:06 GMT

Charity vacancies from the major recruitment agency. Vacancies include fundraising, international development, marketing, advice & counselling, community support, campaigning and more.

Samaritans

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 14:48:48 GMT

Provides confidential supports for those feeling distressed or having suicidal thoughts. Volunteering opportunities.

What to do with your psychology degree (Open Up Study Skills)

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Author: Matthew McDonald
Publication Info: Open University Press (2008), Edition: 1, Paperback, 200 pages
Date Published: 2008

Back to Life

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:49:15 GMT

Offers practical and emotional support to young men recovering from mental health issues. The mentoring scheme helps men 18-35 in Southwark and Lambeth to reach their full potential. Hires mentors to work 5 hours a month.

Human resources officer

Wed, 02 May 2012 17:28:16 GMT

Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities, work conditions, entry requirements, training, career development and typical employers. Links to further information

SANE

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:23:58 GMT

Mental health charity. Vacancies listed on thr website and on charityjob.co.uk. Volunteering opportunities within the helpline, help email and office admin. Advice and support for those suffering from mental health issues.

Clarity Insight

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 10:40:16 GMT

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy practice based in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire and providing services for the Southwest, South Wales, and West Midlands regions.

CareersInPsychology

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 17:50:52 GMT

Includes information on the various psychology specialisms graduates can pursue and some non-related professions. There is also general information on entering the profession.

Psychologist Appointments

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 13:23:44 GMT

Lists vacancies in all parts of psychology, e.g. neurscience, clinical, occupational and more. Also lists graduate vacancies, e.g. psychologist assistant positions.

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 11:11:51 GMT

A group of central London hospitals. Offer work experience placements and volunteering opportunities, which are useful for those applying for care professions such as medicine, hospital pharmacy and psychology. Long term placement can also be in other departments.

TimeBank

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:47:36 GMT

Helps with finding suitable volunteering opportunities. Lists charities that take on volunteers by sector.

Work experience - Homerton University Hospital

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:09:36 GMT

Information on work experience and volunteering in Homerton hospitals.

Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:20:40 GMT

The Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture (MF), a registered charity established in 1985, is the only organisation in the UK dedicated solely to the treatment of torture survivors. Offers different internships for graduates interested in human rights, in areas such as fundraising, policy as well as in medical roles.

Mental Health Foundation

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:07:21 GMT

UK mental health charity working for public mental health and health promotion, mental health problems and severe mental illness. Job and voluntary opportunities in e.g. fundraising. Also covers sources of support for those with mental health difficulties and information on various illnesses.

Autism Jobs

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:25:29 GMT

Search engine for vacancies working with people with autism, Aspergers or ASD's.

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 11:00:30 GMT

Group of hospitals in west London, Berkshire and Windsor. Takes on volunteers in various roles, which is useful for anyone considering applying for care professionas such as medicine and psychology.

Psychology options

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 15:48:26 GMT

A useful document with the different career paths available for psychology graduates, incl. entry requirements, useful work experience and links. From the Univ. of Manchester.

ClinPsy.org.uk

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 17:02:09 GMT

A very useful website for those interested in entering clinical psychology (and also other fields within psychology). Centers around a discussion forum with information on applications, work experience, careers advice, clinical psychology course info and more.

Children's Improvement Board

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 14:49:24 GMT

The Children's Improvement Board leads sector- lead improvements in children's services. It is a partnership between the LGA, The Association of Directors of Children's Services (ADCS) and The Society of Local Authority Chief Executives (SOLACE), supported by funding from The Department for Education (DfE).

National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC)

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 15:11:51 GMT

National charity focused on children. Volunteering opportunities with ChildLine and on projects. Offers several types of jobs, including entry-level ones.

Work experience - The Hillingdon Hospital

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:12:26 GMT

Information on work experience/volunteering at the Hillingdon Hospital.

New Criminologist

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 16:22:43 GMT

An online journal for professionals involved in all aspects of criminology. Featuring the worlds eminent crime authorities including The Right Hon. Robert Francis Kennedy shortly before his tragic assassination in 1968 and the Late British Home Secretary, The Right Hon. Roy Jenkins to name but a few.

Association of Educational Psychologists

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 10:50:39 GMT

The Association of Educational Psychologists (AEP)is the professional association and trade union for educational psychologists in the UK.The Careers page has information for those thinking about a career in educational psychology,and what training and qualifications are needed by educational psychologists to allow them to practice. Download the Careers Booklet from this section too.

Counsellor

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 10:22:01 GMT

Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities, work conditions, entry requirements, training, career development and typical employers. Links to further information

Clearing House for Postgraduate Courses in Clinical Psychology

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 18:01:02 GMT

The Clearing House processes applications to, and provides information about, 30 clinical psychology courses in Great Britain. Visit website for descriptions of programmes, entry requirements and how to apply.

British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 13:44:32 GMT

The Association exists to serve its members and the psychological therapies, as well as increasing awareness and respect for the profession among the general public. The site provides details on careers in counselling, information on accredited courses and a downloadable careers leaflet. The site also contains a student area with information for anyone interested in a career in counselling and psychotherapy.

Relate

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 16:46:19 GMT

Charity organising relationship- and sex therapy, and workshops. Hires counsellors and for managerial postions. Volunteering opportunities.

Explore Learning

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 16:54:13 GMT

Learning centres that focus on meeting the needs of pupils and a low pupil/staff ration environment. Graduates are hired to act as assistant directors of the centres.

Institute of Group Analysis

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 18:43:07 GMT

The IGA was founded to provide clinical training in group analytic Psychotherapy.

Health Professions Council

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 12:37:00 GMT

Regulatory body for 14 health professions. It maintains and publishes a public register of properly qualified members of the professions, approving and upholding high standards of education and training, and continuing good practice.

Psychotherapist

Wed, 02 May 2012 15:21:18 GMT

Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities, work conditions, entry requirements, training, career development and typical employers. Links to further information

UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 14:31:07 GMT

Promotes psychotherapy. Has information on how to become a psychotherpist. Offers job vacancies and voluntary opportunities.

COSCA Counselling & Psychotherapy in Scotland

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 18:57:33 GMT

The professional body for counselling and psychotherapy in Scotland,

Counselling in Primary Care Trust

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:05:46 GMT

Counsellors and Psychotherapists in Primary Care (CPC) is a professional membership association. Link to a register of members working in the NHS, delivering "primary care counselling".

Centre for Criminal Justice Studies

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:08:39 GMT

The Centre for Criminal Justice Studies (CCJS) is an interdisciplinary research institute. We have developed a sustained track record of international excellence and excel in the production of empirically rich, conceptually sophisticated and policy relevant research. Much of our research is interdisciplinary and often comparative in its insights to certain key criminal justice issues

The Practitiioner's Handbook

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Author: Stephen and Bor Palmer, Robert
Publication Info:
Date Published: 2008

Occupational psychologist

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 16:49:35 GMT

Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities, work conditions, entry requirements, training, career development and typical employers. Links to further information

Royal College of Psychiatrists

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 10:35:18 GMT

The Royal College of Psychiatrists is the main professional organisation of psychiatrists in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, responsible for representing and certifying psychiatrists, psychiatric training and providing high quality public information about mental health problems

Careers adviser/personal adviser

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 15:00:58 GMT

Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities, work conditions, entry requirements, training, career development and typical employers. Links to further information

Art therapist

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 15:29:20 GMT

Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities, work conditions, entry requirements, training, career development and typical employers. Links to further information

Association for the Teaching of the Social Sciences

Wed, 28 Nov 2007 16:01:51 GMT

The ATSS is a voluntary group of Social Science teachers who have joined together to further the interests of Social Science teaching.

Counselling psychologist

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 15:55:41 GMT

Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities, work conditions, entry requirements, training, career development and typical employers. Links to further information

Council on Crime and Justice

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 16:46:47 GMT

The Council on Crime and Justice is a private, non-profit agency that has been a leader in the field of criminal and social justice for over 40 years.

An Introduction to Counselling

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Author: John McLeod
Publication Info: Open University Press (2009), Edition: 4th, Paperback, 800 pages
Date Published: 2009

Institute for Criminal Policy Research

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:05:24 GMT

The Institute for Criminal Policy Research carries out multidisciplinary research into crime and the criminal justice system. We produce work which is independent, and objective and of the highest technical quality. Our key audiences are managers and practitioners within the criminal justice system, other professionals working with offenders, and politicians and their advisors. Our research approaches incorporate both quantitative and qualitative methods.

Jobs 4 Youth Work

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 10:55:08 GMT

Jobsite for roles working with the young.

DrinkandDrugs.net

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 11:06:12 GMT

Web portal for those in the substance misuse, youth work and health sectors. general information on careers in the field, volunteering and possible job roles.

Sport and exercise psychologist

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 16:50:11 GMT

Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities, work conditions, entry requirements, training, career development and typical employers. Links to further information.

Psychminded

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 16:40:37 GMT

Online resource for articles related psychology. Lists vacancies within mental health.

Mental health nurse

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 12:03:25 GMT

Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities, work conditions, entry requirements, training, career development and typical employers. Links to further information

Child Psychotherapist

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 15:10:34 GMT

Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities, work conditions, entry requirements, training, career development and typical employers. Links to further information

The Lincoln Clinic and Centre for Psychotherapy

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 09:54:36 GMT

Centre provides psychotherapy treatment. Information on psychotherapy and training.

Retail manager

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 16:28:12 GMT

Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities, work conditions, entry requirements, training, career development and typical employers. Links to further information

IAPT

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:47:32 GMT

The Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) programme supports the frontline NHS in implementing National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidelines for people suffering from depression and anxiety disorders.

National Youth Agency

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 10:24:09 GMT

Support body for youth workers. Info on training, professional standards plus current news and events for the sector.

Educational psychologist

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 15:59:07 GMT

Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities, work conditions, entry requirements, training, career development and typical employers. Links to further information

Becoming a Psychologist

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Author: Francis Ronald
Publication Info: Palgrave Macmillan (2003), Paperback, 204 pages
Date Published: 2003

The British Society of Criminology

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 18:17:10 GMT

The British Society of Criminology has a fast-growing membership with over 1000 members situated here and overseas. It has been in existence for 50 years. The Society aims to further the interests and knowledge of both academic and professional people who are engaged in any aspect of work or teaching, research or public education about crime, criminal behaviour and the criminal justice systems in the United Kingdom.

How to Become a Clinical Psychologist: Getting a Foot in the Door

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:24:05 GMT

Author: Alice Knight
Publication Info: Routledge (2002), Paperback, 136 pages
Date Published: 2002

Children and Young People Now

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 10:58:50 GMT

Magazine for those working with children and young people. Lists vacancies.

International Centre for Prison Studies

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:00:17 GMT

The International Centre for Prison Studies seeks to assist governments and other relevant agencies to develop appropriate policies on prisons and the use of imprisonment. It carries out its work on a project or consultancy basis for international agencies, governmental and non-governmental organisations.

YMCA

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 11:02:52 GMT

Supports young people in the community. Paid and volunteering opportunities.

Time together

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:52:10 GMT

Matches local people to act as mentors for refugees. Based in London and Scotland.

The Association of Child Psychotherapists

Fri, 07 May 2010 16:26:39 GMT

This is the professional body for psychotherapists who work with children and adolescents. The 'about child psychotherapy' section provides information on how and where to train. There are also a set of FAQs relating to work in this area.

Child Psychotherapy and Research: New Approaches, Emerging Findings

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Author: Nick Midgeley
Publication Info: Routledge (2009), Edition: 1, Paperback, 248 pages
Date Published: 2009

Psychology (Careers Uncovered)

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:24:04 GMT

Author: Owen Davies
Publication Info: Trotman & Co Ltd (2009), Paperback, 224 pages
Date Published: 2009

Clinical Psychology: audio streaming

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 15:41:22 GMT

Listen to a presentation online on being a clinical psychologist, from the University of Manchester.

Clinical psychologist

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 15:54:46 GMT

Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities, work conditions, entry requirements, training, career development and typical employers. Links to further information

Psychnet

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 15:44:52 GMT

A mental health and psychology directory, with lots of links to different areas in psychology, incl. careers.

Psyclick

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 13:45:26 GMT

Information resource for anyone interested in clinical psychology. Includes information on courses and getting work experience and more. Also includes a very useful discussion forum with a wealth of information and tips related to getting onto a postgrad course.

Consumer Psychologist

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 11:30:19 GMT

Minor Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities and links to further information.

Learning disability nurse

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 12:02:23 GMT

Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities, work conditions, entry requirements, training, career development and typical employers. Links to further information

Forensic Psychologist

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 17:07:26 GMT

Job profile from the National Careers Service written by Skills for Justice

Psychology Student Employability Guide

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:05:08 GMT

Author:
Publication Info: The Higher Education Academy Psychology Network
Date Published: 2011

Psychology Student Employability Skills

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:02:42 GMT

Author: Caprice Lantz
Publication Info:
Date Published: 2008

Brand You: Turn Your Unique Talents into a Winning Formula

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:05:35 GMT

Author: John Purkiss
Publication Info: FT Press (2012), Edition: 1, Paperback, 264 pages
Date Published: 2012

Health psychologist

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 09:59:49 GMT

Information about becoming a health psychologist.

Forensic Psychologist

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 10:00:19 GMT

Information on typical work activities, entry requirements, where jobs are advertised and where to find out more.

Mental health worker

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:14:58 GMT

Minor Occupational Profile. Information on typical work activities and links to further information.

Society of Analytical Psychology

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:01:39 GMT

A member of the British Psychology Council, they offer therapy and short term work to people. They also provide training courses in analytical psychology.

Forensic Psychology: audio streaming

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 15:51:14 GMT

An online presentation on careers in forensic psychology, from the Univ. of Manchester.

Occupational Psychology: audio streaming

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 15:49:43 GMT

An online presentation on occupational/organisational psychology from the Univ. of Manchester.

Research magazine

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 11:48:56 GMT

Magazine for market research professionals. Includes a directory of market research recruiters, vacancies and the opportunity to ask careers related questions.

Getting started in clinical psychology

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 11:30:17 GMT

Advice sheet from the Univ. Of Liverpool Careers Service on getting into clinical psychology, e.g. how to find relevant work experience.

Clinical Psychology in Practice

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Author: Helen Beinart
Publication Info: Wiley-Blackwell (2009), Edition: 1, Paperback, 408 pages
Date Published: 2009

What to do with your Psychology Degree

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:02:42 GMT

Author: Matthew McDonald
Publication Info:
Date Published: 2008

Becoming a Psychologist (Becoming a Series)

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:05:34 GMT

Author: BPP Learning Media
Publication Info: Bpp Learning Media (2012), Paperback
Date Published: 2012