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Clinical Psychologist Salary in Ireland

Pay scale €63,222–€108,234 a year · registration: CORU / PSI

A doctoral-level psychologist assessing and treating mental health and behavioural conditions across the lifespan.

The Clinical Psychologist salary follows the national HSE pay scale — a fixed incremental scale from €63,222 (starting point) to €108,234 (top of scale). You move up one increment for each year of satisfactory service, plus any long-service increments and qualification or location allowances that apply to the post.

Estimate your take-home pay

Prefilled at this grade’s scale midpoint — adjust to any point.

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Estimated take-home

€4,818 /month

€57,820 a year · €1,112 a week

Gross
€85,728
− Income tax (PAYE)
−€21,491
− USC
−€2,902
− PRSI
−€3,515
Net
€57,820
Effective deduction rate
32.6%

Estimate for a single PAYE employee at 2025 rates — income tax, USC and PRSI only (marriage, rent/medical and other credits not included). Not tax advice; check revenue.ie for your exact figures.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Clinical Psychologist earn in Ireland?
The HSE Clinical Psychologist pay scale runs from €63,222 to €108,234 a year. You start near the bottom and move up the scale with each year of service.
What is the take-home pay for a Clinical Psychologist?
At the scale midpoint (€85,728), a single employee takes home about €57,820 a year (€4,818 a month) after income tax, USC and PRSI. Use the calculator above for the exact figure at any point on the scale.
What qualifications does a Clinical Psychologist need?
The role requires registration with CORU / PSI (or eligibility to register). Specific qualification requirements are set in each campaign — always check the listing.