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Can AI do the work of a Psychologist?
Today an AI can already prep materials, sort notes, and write a first summary. The class, the source, and the patient still need someone in the room.
It is not a forecast of job losses either.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Psychologist
28%
AI or a robot can already do 28% of this job.
#64 / 103
View rankingPsychologist
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Document patient information including session notes, progress notes, recommendations, and treatment plans.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Use a variety of treatment methods, such as psychotherapy, hypnosis, behavior modification, stress reduction therapy, psychodrama, or play therapy.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Counsel individuals, groups, or families to help them understand problems, deal with crisis situations, define goals, and develop realistic action plans.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 22% | +1.5 |
Interact with clients to assist them in gaining insight, defining goals, and planning action to achieve effective personal, social, educational, or vocational development and adjustment.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Collect information about individuals or clients, using interviews, case histories, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Write reports on clients and maintain required paperwork.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 55% | +3.3 |
Conduct assessments of patients' risk for harm to self or others.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 12% | +0.6 |
Identify psychological, emotional, or behavioral issues and diagnose disorders, using information obtained from interviews, tests, records, or reference materials.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 55% | +2.8 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 48% | 28% | +13.4 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- psychological counselling methods
- school psychology
- developmental psychology
- crisis intervention
- adolescent psychological development
- psychology
- consult student's support system
- monitor student's behaviour
- liaise with educational support staff
- apply crisis intervention
Sources for this job· O*NET 19-3033.00· ESCO/ISCO 2634
IS WORK OVER?
Event planner
30%
#40 / 103
View rankingEvent planner
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Consult with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events, such as meetings, conferences, and conventions.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
Coordinate services for events, such as accommodation and transportation for participants, facilities, catering, signage, displays, special needs requirements, printing and event security.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Confer with staff at a chosen event site to coordinate details.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Direct administrative details, such as financial operations, dissemination of promotional materials, and responses to inquiries.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Monitor event activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and laws, satisfaction of participants, and resolution of any problems that arise.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Evaluate and select providers of services according to customer requirements.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Maintain records of event aspects, including financial details.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 55% | +3.3 |
Review event bills for accuracy and approve payment.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 30% | 28% | +8.4 |
| Total | 100% | 30% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- develop event topics
- negotiate contracts with event providers
- coordinate events
- confer with event staff
- review event bills
- inspect event facilities
- arrange event needs
- organise event participants' registration
- direct event administrative details
- supervise event staff
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-1121.00· ESCO/ISCO 3332