What does the current state of Psychometry look like in South Africa?
I’m looking for some honest insight into the current state of Psychometry in South Africa. I know the standard academic route, but I want to know what the actual job market looks like right now before making any massive leaps.
How crowded is the field right now? Is it a nightmare to find an internship and a placement after board exams, or is there still breathing room? What does the salary trajectory honestly look like? Can you actually build a highly successful, lucrative career out of this long-term, or do most people eventually feel forced to study further because of a glass ceiling?
I graduated with my BA Honours in Psychology in 2023, and I've been working for two years at a job that I do not enjoy (it just pays the bills), so I'm considering my options again. Any and all advice/tips are appreciated!