Psychological and pedagogic conditions for effective development of leadership qualities of future psychologists

Abstract

The article identifies psychological and pedagogic conditions for the formation of leadership qualities in students majoring in Psychology, and specifics of organization of the educational process of the higher educational institution. Leadership qualities of a modern specialist are described; they include: general professional, creative, socio-psychological, socio-communicative qualities. The components that define a leader are highlighted. The main personality traits of the future specialist are structured by four components: communicative, organizational, gnostic, and constructive. The types of technologies that are most effectively used for personal development are presented. The need to take into account the peculiarities of the social environment, the specifics of professional activities, and the challenges that future professionals face, are substantiated in the context of leadership qualities formulating.