Occupation Summary

Neuropsychologists

O*NET 19-3039.02

Description:

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.

Annual Wages:
$96,043.00
Employment Rate:
Employment is expected to increase by 15.95%.
Education Level:
Post-Doctoral Training. According to O*Net, the majority of people employed in this occupation have this level of education.
Endorsement:
Public Service, Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM)

  1. Conduct neuropsychological evaluations such as assessments of intelligence, academic ability, attention, concentration, sensorimotor function, language, learning, and memory.
  2. Conduct research on neuropsychological disorders.
  3. Consult with other professionals about patients' neurological conditions.
  4. Design or implement rehabilitation plans for patients with cognitive dysfunction.
  5. 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.
  6. Diagnose and treat conditions such as chemical dependency, alcohol dependency, Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) dementia, and environmental toxin exposure.
  7. Diagnose and treat pediatric populations for conditions such as learning disabilities with developmental or organic bases.
  8. Educate and supervise practicum students, psychology interns, or hospital staff.
  9. Establish neurobehavioral baseline measures for monitoring progressive cerebral disease or recovery.
  10. Interview patients to obtain comprehensive medical histories.
  11. Participate in educational programs, in-service training, or workshops to remain current in methods and techniques.
  12. Provide education or counseling to individuals and families.
  13. Read current literature, talk with colleagues, and participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in neuropsychology.
  14. Write or prepare detailed clinical neuropsychological reports, using data from psychological or neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct observations, or interviews.


National Industry Employment Patterns


Industry % of Neuropsychologists employed Annual Growth Rate
Offices of other health practitioners 2.5 1.96


Labor Market Information


2024 Statewide average hourly wage $46.17
2024 National average hourly wage $53.53
2022 National employment 56,300
2022 Texas employment 3,831
Texas projected employment by 2032 4,442
Texas projected annual employment and Turnover openings through 2032 320




TEXAS COUNTY MAP BY WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AREA
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Top 10 Relevant Knowledge Areas Relevant Importance Levels
Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
100.00%
Therapy and Counseling
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
91.20%
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
88.80%
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
82.40%
Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
77.60%
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
77.60%
Sociology and Anthropology
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.
73.40%
Biology
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
70.00%
Administrative
Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
65.00%
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
64.80%


Top 10 Relevant Skill Areas Relevant Importance Levels
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
90.00%
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
90.00%
Writing
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
87.60%
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
85.00%
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
85.00%
Judgment and Decision Making
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
85.00%
Social Perceptiveness
Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
82.40%
Complex Problem Solving
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
82.40%
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
77.60%
Science
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
72.40%


Top 10 Relevant Abilities Relevant Importance Levels
Written Comprehension
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
92.40%
Oral Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
90.00%
Written Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
90.00%
Oral Comprehension
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
90.00%
Inductive Reasoning
The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
87.60%
Deductive Reasoning
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
85.00%
Problem Sensitivity
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
82.40%
Speech Recognition
The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
80.00%
Speech Clarity
The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
80.00%
Category Flexibility
The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
75.00%


  • Processing Information
    -- Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
  • Getting Information
    -- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
  • Analyzing Data or Information
    -- Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
    -- Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
    -- Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Other Activities


No work importance values found.



Tools

Cognitive or dexterity or perceptual or sensory evaluation or testing products: Grip testing devices; Auditory stimulation equipment; Block pattern sets; Visual stimulation test equipment; Wisconsin Card Sorting Test; Pocket smell tests;

Desktop computers: Desktop computers;

Electromyography EMG units: Facial electromyography equipment;

Galvanic or faradic stimulators: Skin conductance testing equipment;

Laser fax machine: Laser facsimile machines;

Laser printers: Computer laser printers;

Notebook computers: Laptop computers;

Personal computers: Personal computers;

Photocopiers: Photocopying equipment;

Respiratory monitoring kits: Respiration measurement equipment;

Therapeutic pegboards or activity boards: Pegboards;


Technology

Analytical or scientific software: IBM SPSS Statistics; Noldus Information Technology The Observer XT; Statistical software;

Calendar and scheduling software: Scheduling software;

Data base user interface and query software: Operational Data Store ODS software; Database software;

Electronic mail software: Email software;

Internet browser software: Web browser software;

Medical software: The Tova Company Test of Variables of Attention; Patient electronic medical record EMR software; Psychological testing software; Interactive psychological evaluation software; MicroCog Assessment of Cognitive Functioning; Automated Neuropsychological Metric Assessments Battery; Behavioral Assessment and Research System BARS; BrainMetric The Category Test; BrainTrain Captain's Log; CogniSyst Computerized Assessment of Response Bias CARB; Conners' Continuous Performance Test II;

Office suite software: Microsoft Office software;

Presentation software: Microsoft PowerPoint;

Spreadsheet software: Microsoft Excel;

Word processing software: Microsoft Word;


Related O*NET occupational titles for Neuropsychologists include:
  • 29-1141.02 Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses
  • 19-3033.00 Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
  • 19-3039.03 Clinical Neuropsychologists
  • 29-1141.04 Clinical Nurse Specialists
  • 29-1215.00 Family Medicine Physicians
  • 29-1216.00 General Internal Medicine Physicians
  • 29-1217.00 Neurologists
  • 29-1221.00 Pediatricians, General
  • 29-1229.04 Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians
  • 29-1223.00 Psychiatrists


Sources of Additional Information
  • For more information about careers in all fields of psychology, visit: American Psychological Association
  • For more information about industrial–organizational psychologists, visit: Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology
  • For more information about careers and certification in neuropsychology, visit: American Board of Professional Neuropsychology
  • For more information about careers for school psychologists, visit: National Association of School Psychologists
  • For more information about state licensing requirements, visit: Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards
  • For more information about psychology specialty certifications, visit: American Board of Professional Psychology
  • Occupational Requirements Survey

  • For a profile highlighting selected BLS data on occupational requirements, see
  • School psychologists (PDF)
  • CareerOneStop

  • For career videos on psychologists, visit: Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists
  • Industrial-Organizational Psychologists
  • Clinical Neuropsychologists
  • Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
  • Industrial-Organizational Psychologists
  • Neuropsychologists
  • Psychologists, All Other
  • School Psychologists

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    ** The information in this report may be derived from many sources like O*NET, BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics), OOH (Occupational Outlook Handbook), and Career One Stop.