Career profile · SOC 29-1223

Psychiatrists

Psychiatrists is an occupation catalogued under SOC 29-1223. The role is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (about as fast as average). Entry typically requires a Doctoral or professional degree, and shows low AI exposure (0.37 on a 0-1 scale) — the role's core work resists automation.

Growth outlook
Average
BLS 10-yr
Education
Doctoral or professional degree
AI exposure
3.69/10
automation risk

Frequently asked questions

What is the job outlook for Psychiatrists?

The role is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (about as fast as average). Current US employment is approximately 27,100 workers.

How do I become a psychiatrists?

The typical entry education is a Doctoral or professional degree. Building a foundation in the top skills below will strengthen your application.

Will AI replace Psychiatrists?

Our AI-durability model gives Psychiatrists a score of 0.37 on a 0-1 scale (higher = more exposure). That places it at low AI exposure — the role's core work resists current-generation automation. It's a comparatively AI-durable choice within its field.

How hard is it to enter this field?

Psychiatrists has very high barrier to entry — very highly gated — extended graduate education, licensure, or years of specialised training are required.

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