Psychometrist vs. Psychologist — What's the Difference?

The branch of psychology that deals with the design, administration, and interpretation of quantitative tests for the measurement of psychological variables such as intelligence, aptitude, and personality traits. Also called psychometry.

A psychologist is a person who studies normal and abnormal mental states, perceptual, cognitive, emotional, and social processes and behavior by experimenting with, and observing, interpreting, and recording how individuals relate to one another and to their environments. Psychologists usually acquire a four-year university degree, often with post-graduate work required.

A professional who administers and scores psychological and neuropsychological measures.

A specialist in psychology.

See clinical psychologist.

An expert in the field of psychology.

One who is versed in, devoted to, psychology.

A scientist trained in psychology