Salary guide
Sports Psychologist
- Average salary
- £30,000 – £60,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
SportsHealth
- Sports psychology is used by all UK Olympic teams
Other names this job is known by
- Performance Psychologist
- Athletic Psychologist
Key responsibilities
- Support athletes’ mental wellbeing and performance
- Conduct psychological assessments
- Develop mental training programmes
- Liaise with coaches and medical teams
- Conduct research
- Prepare reports and presentations
- Educate on mental health
- Stay updated on sports psychology
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in psychology or sports science
- Postgraduate qualification in sports psychology
- Registration with the HCPC
- Experience in sports or health roles
- Communication and research skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Psychologist
- Head of Performance
- Consultant
- Academic roles
How to get the job
- Study psychology or sports science
- Complete a relevant degree and postgraduate course
- Register with the HCPC
- Gain experience in sports or health roles
- Progress to senior or specialist positions
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