Awarding Body : The British Psychological Society - Awarding Body in Healthcare

The British Psychological Society promotes excellence in psychology. The Society and its members develop, promote and apply psychology for the public good.

Duties and responsibilities

This organisation enhances the efficiency and usefulness of psychologists by setting high standards of professional education and knowledge.  They do this by:

• Providing a Directory of Chartered Psychologists
• Providing information to the public
• Ensuring high standards of education, training and practice
• Increasing the awareness and influence of psychology
• Supporting our members’ professional development
• Providing conferences and events
• Publishing
• Setting standards in psychological testing
• Maintaining and developing the History of Psychology Centre

The British Psychological Society offers potential students information on how to become a psychologist, studying, work experience tips and changing your career. They list accredited courses and training programmes.