I describe the process of training to become an accredited health psychologist in the UK. I cover the stage I requirements to complete a British Psychological Society accredited MSc in health psychology and the routes available to pursue stage II doctoral training to become a health psychologist. This includes an overview of 3 main routes including the independent stage II BPS health psychology doctoral training alongside a PhD, the professional doctorate in health psychology and the funded Scottish doctoral training.
I provide a brief overview of advantages and considerations for each route.
