| Aspect | Psychological Assessor | Psychologist |
|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires a postgraduate qualification in psychology and relevant registration or licensing | Requires a doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) and licensure |
| Work Environment | Often works in clinical, educational, or forensic settings conducting assessments | Works in clinical, research, or consulting environments, providing therapy and assessments |
| Employer & Industry | Government agencies, schools, forensic institutions, healthcare providers | Hospitals, private practices, research institutions, government agencies |
Psychological Assessors and Psychologists both conduct assessments and require psychology qualifications. However, Psychologists typically hold a doctoral degree and have broader roles including therapy and research, while Psychological Assessors focus primarily on evaluations within specific settings.