What does a School Psychologist do?

You advise students, parents, and teachers on school-related issues.

How much does a School Psychologist earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 78'000, mid ~CHF CHF 95'000 per year (approximate).

School Psychologist

Education & Social

School psychologists advise students, parents and teachers on academic and psychological issues. They carry out assessments of learning and behavioural difficulties and recommend appropriate support measures. They are key contacts for mental health in the school environment.

Entry

~CHF 78'000

CHF 6'500/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 95'000

CHF 7'917/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 115'000

CHF 9'583/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelUniversity / ETH

Duration72 months

Your path to School Psychologist

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Secondary School

You are here

High School4 years

Baccalaureate

📊 Grade average ~5.0 for admission (varies by canton)

Long-track (from grade 6)Short-track (from grade 8/9)Apprenticeship + BMS + Passerelle

University / ETH

Bachelor's degree

3 years

Master's degree

1.5–2 years

Career Start

Master's degree

Starting salary: CHF 78'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics5/10

🔬 Science3/10

💻 IT4/10

🔧 Manual1/10

🎨 Artistic2/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance7/10

🎨 Creativity6/10

🤝 Social Contact9/10

💪 Physical Demands1/10

📈 Career Growth6/10

🔮 Future Outlook8/10

🔥 Demand (current)7/10

✨ AI Risk2/10

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