Episode 6: Becoming an Educational Psychologist: Pathways, Practice and Purpose
Episode Description
Are you interested in understanding more about the role of an Educational Psychologist? This episode introduces educational psychology as a career, sharing a personal journey into the profession and explaining what EPs do, what motivates people to follow this path, and the positive impact of the role. It explores the settings EPs work in, who they support, and the rewards and challenges of working in education, using real‑life examples to help learners explore whether educational psychology could be a future career for them.
What will this episode cover?
This episode introduces the role of educational psychologists (EPs), outlining who they support and the range of settings they work in, from early years through to age 25. It explores what draws people to the profession, the pathways into educational psychology, and how EPs contribute to learning, wellbeing, and social and emotional development. The episode also includes examples of effective practice, discusses how EPs work with school staff and parents, and considers some of the current challenges in education, such as increasing demand, pressure, and expectations.
Duration: 45 minutes
This recording is from a webinar delivered as part of the Psychology Careers Festival in February 2026.
This episode is available in English only. You will have access to this content for 12 weeks from purchase.
Who is this episode for?
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School and college students interested in psychology and curious about careers working with children and young people
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Psychology students exploring psychology career pathways or specialist areas such as educational psychology
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Psychology graduates considering postgraduate study or training routes into educational psychology
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Anyone seeking insight into the role of Educational Psychologists, including the realities, rewards, challenges, and career development opportunities within education and child psychology
Cost
| Student Members | Free |
| Graduate Members | £9.00 |
| Associate Members | £9.00 |
| Full Members | £9.00 |
| Chartered Members | £9.00 |
| Professional Affiliates | £9.00 |
| E-Subscribers | £9.00 |
| Non-Members | £15.00 |
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Meet the Speaker
Dr Lucy Amaladoss, Educational Psychologist, Hounslow Educational Psychology Service
Dr Lucy Amaladoss is a Chartered member of The British Psychological Society and a registered practitioner psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council. Lucy currently works as an Educational Psychologist in a local authority service. Lucy completed her doctoral studies at University College London and her thesis centred on developing self-regulated learning in schools. Prior to becoming an Educational Psychologist, Lucy was a primary school teacher.
To find out more about the work of educational psychologists and to connect with others in the field, consider joining the Division of Educational and Child Psychology at the British Psychological Society. The division supports educational psychologists at all stages of their careers, offers professional resources and events, and champions the application of psychology to improve outcomes for children and young people.
This episode has been organised by the Careers Team. For any enquiries, please contact events@bps.org.uk