Job prospects Behavioural Modification Psychologist in the Fredericton–Oromocto

We were not able to determine labour market conditions for Psychologists in the Fredericton–Oromocto over the past few years (2021-2023) because of low employment levels in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be good for Psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Psychologists in New Brunswick are most often employed in one of the province's health networks (Horizon or Vitalité) or within a private practice.
• Mental health has been an issue of increasing importance and this has led to higher demand for psychologists. In addition, opportunities will continue to arise through replacement of retirees.
• School psychologists are in short supply in certain regions, so being willing to relocate for work will improve prospects.
• Opportunities will also be greater for those who are fluent in both official languages of New Brunswick.
• In New Brunswick, there are two pathways to becoming licensed through the College of Psychologists of New Brunswick: (1) a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology with three years of supervised experience or (2) a PhD in Psychology with year of supervised experience. This supervised work experience could be in private practice, the school system, mental health facility or hospital. Psychologists can become specialized in a particular area through training and experience, and this may improve one's chances of obtaining employment.
• Given the expanding application of virtual care, candidates should be comfortable with all relevant technologies.

Here are some key facts about Psychologists in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

• Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 75%
  • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 25%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology