The Psychology Career Compass Series
Recording Now Available – Part 2
Recording Now Available: Psychology Career Compass Series – Part 2
Exploring Alternative Psychology Pathways Beyond Traditional Routes
PsySSA is excited to share the recording of Part 2 of our transformative Psychology Career Compass Series, held on 8 May 2025.
This session focused on the diverse, non-traditional career opportunities available to psychology graduates—particularly those navigating paths beyond Honours or following unsuccessful programme placements.
Whether you’re a student, recent graduate, or early-career professional, this workshop offers practical insights into how your psychological training can be applied across sectors like:
User experience and design
Behavioural science
Digital marketing
Corporate training
Research and innovation
…and more.
Our panel of dynamic professionals shared their unique journeys, highlighting the importance of adaptability, continuous learning, and creative career thinking in a shifting job market.
Watch Part 2 here

Not every journey in psychology follows a straight line—and for many, the path beyond Honours or unsuccessful programme placements can still lead to a fulfilling, impactful career. This workshop is designed for students and early-career graduates who are exploring how to apply their psychology skills in innovative and non-traditional contexts.
Join professionals who have transitioned into dynamic roles across industries such as user experience, digital marketing, behavioural science, corporate training, research, and more. Through engaging discussions, they will share how their psychology background positioned them for success, what additional skills or mindset shifts were needed, and how to leverage psychological training in fields outside of clinical or registered practice.

Prof Ronelle Carolissen
PsySSA President

Leonie Vorster
Chairperson: Division for Research and Methodology (DRM)

Dr Sharon Truter
Neuropsychologist and Counselling Psychologist

Dr Momi Metsing
PsySSA: Executive Member; Chairperson: Society for Educational Psychology of South Africa (SEPSA)

Kgomotso Sekhute
Vice-chairperson: The South African Society for Clinical Psychology (SASCP)

Barry Viljoen
Vice-Chairperson: Psychology in Public Service (PiPS)

Dr Ewald Crause
Interim Chairperson: Artificial Intelligence Division (AID)

Fatima Peters
Divisional Additional Executive Member: Climate and Environment Psychology (CEPD) & Division for Research and Methodology (DRM)

Anne Kramers-Olen
Secretary & Treasurer: Psychology in Public Service (PiPS)

Lynne Richards
Chairperson: Trauma & Violence Division