Clinical Neuropsychologists

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Clinical Neuropsychologists does

Assess and treat cognitive, behavioral, and emotional problems resulting from brain disorders, injuries, or diseases through psychological testing and therapy. They work with patients recovering from stroke, traumatic brain injury, dementia, and other neurological conditions.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a doctoral degree. About 8+ years of higher education.

Estimated cost of that path: ~$110,000. Estimated payback: ~5 years. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

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