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major differences between them are...

-their perspectives on mental illness and emotional problems.
-their education and qualifications.
-the types of service and treatment they provide.

psychologist education and qualifications.

must complete 6 years of study and training. -undergraduate degree (3) and honors(1) + post graduate masters of doctorate (2) -academic study must be accredited by the APS for registration purposes. -they are not able to prescribe any type of medication for a client.

psychiatrist education and qualifications.

complete 6 years of uni study to obtain a basic medical qualifications. 12 month internship in a general hospital followed by a 1-2 years as a junior resident. must be approved by a panel of psychiatrists to enter the Psychiatric Training Program which takes a min of 5 years to complete.

what is a psychiatrist

it is a qualified medical doctor who has obtained additional qualifications to become a specialist in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental illness and emotional problems.

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