Do you need a degree to be psychaitrist?

Yes, you need a degree to be a psychiatrist. It's a long and demanding process requiring:

* Bachelor's Degree: First, you need a four-year bachelor's degree, usually in a science-related field (biology, chemistry, psychology are common).

* Medical School: After your bachelor's, you must attend medical school (four years).

* Psychiatry Residency: Following medical school, you complete a four-year residency specifically in psychiatry.

* Licensing and Board Certification: Finally, you must pass licensing exams and often pursue board certification to practice independently.