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O*NET-SOC 25-1066.00

Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and psychological counseling. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3
  1. Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as abnormal psychology, cognitive processes, and work motivation.Core6053
  2. Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.Core6055
  3. Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.Core6054
  4. Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.Core6057
  5. Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.Core6056
  6. Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.Core6058
  7. Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.Core6061
  8. Supervise students' laboratory work.Supplemental6070
  9. Recruit and hire new faculty.Core21119
  10. Supervise the clinical work of practicum students.Supplemental20082
  11. Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.Core6059
  12. Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.Core6063
  13. Provide clinical services to clients, such as assessing psychological problems and conducting psychotherapy.Supplemental20081
  14. Develop and use multimedia course materials and other current technology, such as online courses.Core20080
  15. Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.Core6062
  16. Perform administrative duties, such as serving as department head.Core6071
  17. Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.Core6066
  18. Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.Core6064
  19. Write grant proposals to procure external research funding.Core6073
  20. Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.Core6060
  21. Write letters of recommendation for students.Core21120
  22. Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.Core6067
  23. Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities.Core6069
  24. Select and obtain materials and supplies, such as textbooks.Core6065
  25. Review books and journal articles for potential publication.Supplemental20083
  26. Compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments.Supplemental6068
  27. Act as advisers to student organizations.Supplemental6072
  28. Participate in campus and community events.Supplemental6074
  29. Provide professional consulting services to government or industry.Supplemental6075

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 44 examples in 16 categories, 10 Hot Technology

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Medical software

  • Biomedical Imaging Resource Analyze

Computer based training software

  • Blackboard Learn
  • Cengage Learning Sniffy the Virtual Rat
  • Course management system software
  • Desire2Learn LMS software
  • ePsych
  • Learning management system LMSIn Demand
  • Moodle
  • PsychSim
  • Sakai CLE

Data base user interface and query software

  • Blackboard software

Analytical or scientific software

  • Cedrus SuperLab Pro
  • Empirisoft DirectRT
  • Empirisoft MediaLab
  • FreeSurfer
  • IBM SPSS StatisticsHot Technology
  • Millisecond Software Inquisit
  • Minitab
  • Multivariate Software EQS
  • Psychology Software Tools E-Prime
  • Psychology Software Tools MRI Simulator
  • Psychophysics Toolbox
  • PsyScope
  • PsyScript
  • Qualtrics Research Suite
  • SASHot Technology
  • Scientific Software International HLM
  • The MathWorks MATLABHot Technology

Word processing software

  • Collaborative editing software
  • Google DocsHot Technology
  • Microsoft WordHot Technology

Information retrieval or search software

  • DOC Cop
  • iParadigms Turnitin

Electronic mail software

  • Email software
  • Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Optical character reader OCR or scanning software

  • Image scanning software

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Office suite software

  • Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Object or component oriented development software

  • RHot Technology

Project management software

  • Sona Systems Experiment Management System

Web page creation and editing software

  • SurveyWiz

Internet browser software

  • Web browser software

Graphics or photo imaging software

  • XNAT

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

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Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People

  • Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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  • Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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  • Prepare tests.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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  • Evaluate student work.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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  • Evaluate patient functioning, capabilities, or health.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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  • Evaluate scholarly materials.
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    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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Processing Information

  • Compile specialized bibliographies or lists of materials.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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Making Decisions and Solving Problems

  • Select educational materials or equipment.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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Thinking Creatively

  • Develop instructional objectives.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

  • Research topics in area of expertise.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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  • Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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  • Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

  • Plan community programs or activities for the general public.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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Documenting/Recording Information

  • Write reports or evaluations.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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  • Write grant proposals.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
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  • Maintain student records.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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  • Create technology-based learning materials.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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  • Develop instructional materials.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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  • Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Assisting and Caring for Others

  • Treat patients using psychological therapies.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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  • Care for patients with mental illnesses.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
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Selling or Influencing Others

  • Promote educational institutions or programs.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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Training and Teaching Others

  • Teach social science courses at the college level.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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  • Guide class discussions.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

  • Supervise laboratory work.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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  • Supervise student research or internship work.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
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  • Serve on institutional or departmental committees.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Direct department activities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
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Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

  • Advise students on academic or career matters.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
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  • Counsel clients or patients regarding personal issues.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
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Performing Administrative Activities

  • Perform student enrollment or registration activities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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Staffing Organizational Units

  • Hire personnel.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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  • Recruit personnel.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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Monitoring and Controlling Resources

  • Order instructional or library materials or equipment.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

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DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 35
Distinct tools0
Level mix
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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.