Differences between Psychopedagogy and Psychology

In a summarized and general way, we could say that the Psychopedagogy focuses specifically on the learning problems of children, adolescents or adults, while the Psychology Its object of study is behavior in general. There is a tendency to focus the work of the Psychopedagogue in children, however this is a reductionist extrapolation derived from the important learning period that occurs in childhood.

How can you train in Psychopedagogy

Currently in Spain there is no possibility of taking the Degree in Psychopedagogy, since this degree has been extinguished after the implementation of the Bologna plan. The only way to obtain training in Psychopedagogy is through a specific Master's degree, such as the Master in Psychopedagogy from UNIBA, or through different postgraduate courses.

One of the fundamental requirements to access a Master in Psychopedagogy is to have the career of Psychology or Pedagogy, or the Master's title with specific training.

Functions of the Psychologist and Psychopedagogue

The Clinical psychopedagogue seeks to prevent, detect and treat problems related to learning, regardless of the age of the patient. In addition, it works with Educational programs and different techniques to facilitate the teaching and learning process.

On the other hand, the Psychologist is a professional oriented towards the knowledge of the personality, management of emotions and interpersonal relationships. Its main function is to make personality diagnoses and design and apply psychological techniques to help solve or overcome problems and conflicts..

Professional opportunities in Psychopedagogy

• • School Educational Counselor in educational centers of regulated education.
  • Counselor in the Psychological Care Services of the universities.
  • Psychopedagogical cabinets.
  • Medical centers.
  • Psychopedagogue in Nursery Schools or Nurseries.
  • Trainer in vocational training courses for employment.
  • Sociocultural animation companies. Activities for leisure and free time.
  • Geriatric or day centers, for the elderly.
  • Associations and foundations.
  • Penitentiary centers and shelters for minors.
  • School residences.
• Attention to drug addiction.
• Education for health. Sex education.
• University teaching and research staff.
• Human Resources Departments.
• Preparation of didactic and curricular materials for publishers.
• Educational teams from museums and cultural companies.
• Training and Human Resources consulting.
• Labor Orientation Technician.