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2 } 1 apply initiate an application for ABPP board certification by submitting the materials to the central office (what s)the big idea(?): get certified 2 generic credentials review the ABPP central office ensures that you have met all the generic criteria and have the appropriate licensure for certification The clearest and most responsible way for a psychologist to represent herself/himself to the public, third-parties, and the profession as a specialist is to be certified through an organized peer process as meeting the standards and demonstrating the competencies required in the specialty. ABPP is the only non-profit professional unitary organization with multiple specialty board quality controls recognized by the profession as certifying specialty practitioners in psychology. checklist basics: -a doctoral degree from an APA/CPA accredited or ASBPP/NR designated program -licensure as a psychologist at the independent doctoral level 3 specialty credentials review the application is sent to the appropriate specialty board to ensure that your credentials meet all the specialty-specific criteria for your chosen specialty > *please note that the forensic and clinical neuropsychology boards require a written exam at this point 4 practice samples submit practice samples representative of your work and competency -APA/CPA accredited internship core competencies in psychology 5 oral exam sit for an oral exam with examiners in your chosen specialty functional: assessment intervention consultation science base & application supervision / teaching / management foundational: interpersonal interactions individual and cultural diversity ethics and legal foundations professional identification } 6 get certified join the ranks of many of your colleagues as board certified through ABPP, and display your diploma with pride many settings provide for salary increases and advancement if ABPP certified

3 our boards structure: { Cognitive and Behavioral Psychology Applied behavior analysis, cognitive behavior therapy, and cognitive therapy. Clinical Psychology Assessment and treatment of mental, physical, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology Assessment and treatment of mental, physical, emotional, and behavioral disorders limited to children and adolescents. Board certification by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) provides peer and public recognition of demonstrated competence in an approved specialty area in professional psychology. In addition, ABPP board certification provides the professional with increased opportunities for career growth, including employability, mobility, and financial compensation. ABPP was incorporated in 1947 with the support of the American Psychological Association. ABPP is a unitary governing body of member specialty examining boards which assures the establishment, implementation, and maintenance of specialty standards and examinations by its member boards. ABPP adheres to the following criteria for the structure and purpose of an organization certifying specialists in professional psychology: Purpose: The organization should have as its primary purpose the evaluation of specialists in professional psychology who voluntarily submit for candidacy and examination, and to certify those who qualify. The organization assures the public that the specialists it certifies have completed the education, training, experience, and professional standing required by the specialty, including an examination designed to assess the competencies required to provide quality services in that specialty. The specialty certifying body should: be national in scope, appropriately incorporating standards of the profession and collaborating closely with organizations related to specialization in psychology. have Bylaws, Operating Agreements, or similar organization structure documents, which require it to be subject to the policies, procedures, and financial conditions of the American Board of Professional Psychology, Inc., which requires that all funds be submitted to the American Board of Professional Psychology for allocation and distribution through the Board of Trustees. develop and implement examinations designed to assess the competencies required to provide quality services in the specialties it certifies. not be a governmental, membership, advocacy, or accrediting body. have organizational and financial stability with professional and office support staff. be governed by a single, national in scope, not for profit corporation comprised of a certified specialist Trustee (Board Member) from each of its multiple, Member Specialty Boards as well as public member representation. The multiple board structure provides a continuing peer review of the organization s activities. The governing board has formal procedures for the selection and tenure of Trustees. Clinical Health Psychology The science and practice of psychology related to health, including the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of illness. Clinical Neuropsychology Evaluation of brain behavior relationships and treatment of cognitive and psychological reactions to known or suspected impairment in the central nervous system. Counseling Psychology Individual, group, and community intervention for emotional, behavioral, vocational, and mental health problems using preventive, developmental, and remedial approaches, and the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of behavioral disorders. Couple and Family Psychology Intervention and assessment in Family Psychology embracing the total family system including individuals, couples, families, and the intergenerational system. Forensic Psychology The practice of psychology as related to law and the legal system. Group Psychology Application of general psychological and specific group principles to change, modify or adapt individual behavior as well as patterning or modifying the behavior of groups. Psychoanalysis in Psychology A body of knowledge, a research method, and a treatment technique based on description of organized, unconscious, dynamic mental processes to aid in understanding emotions, attitudes, and belief systems to facilitate more satisfying, secure, and productive living. Rehabilitation Psychology Assists the individual with an injury or illness to achieve optimal physical, psychological, and interpersonal functioning. School Psychology The facilitation of learning and the promotion of mental health in schools and educational settings. Organizational and Business Consulting Psychology Application of psychological practice and research to organizations and business environments.

4 ABPP Application for Specialty Certification Early Entry Option Only students of those doctoral programs currently APA or CPA-approved or ASPPB/NR designated are eligible for Early Entry application. I hereby apply to ABPP for the purpose of board certification. I understand that I may select my area of specialization at a later date, although at present, I am most interested in the following specialties: (you may select more than one) Applicant Information Clinical Child Adolescent Psychology Clinical Health Psychology Clinical Neuropsychology Clinical Psychology Cognitive and Behavioral Psychology Counseling Psychology Couples and Family Psychology Forensic Psychology Group Psychology Organizational and Business Consulting Psychology Psychoanalysis in Psychology Rehabilitation Psychology School Psychology Name Phone Fax Preferred Address Home Work Doctoral Degree Program: Ph.D. Psy.D. Ed.D. Anticipated Graduation Date: Institution Department Alternate Address: Home Work Professional Program (e.g. Clinical Psychology) Reminder: The applicant must arrange that the graduate / doctoral transcript(s) be sent directly to the ABPP Central Office by the institution(s). Doctoral Degree Program meets ABPP Generic Requirements if, at the time the Degree is granted, the program is: APA accredited CPA accredited Listed as a psychology program in the ASPPB Doctoral Psychology Programs Meeting Designation Criteria Internship Program: (complete only if you already know your internship site) Program name Location Date Completed APA accredited CPA accredited Listed in APPIC directory Ethical and Legal issues: Have you been- Convicted of a felony? Yes No Sued for malpractice? Yes No Charged with an ethics or conduct violation that resulted in an adverse decision or action, including censure, probation, suspension or revocation of your license to practice psychology? Yes No *If you answered 'Yes' to any of the above, include a complete statements of details on a separate sheet of paper.

5 I, the undersigned, hereby make voluntary application to the American Board of Professional Psychology, Inc., for certification as a specialist and the issuance of a Diploma in a specialty affiliated with the American Board of Professional Psychology. I understand that my application is subject to the rules, bylaws, and other governing provisions of the Board (hereinafter called regulations), and I agree to be bound by the regulations of the Board, either as a candidate for issuance of a Diploma, or upon issuance of a Diploma, as the holder of same. I agree to be bound by the Code of Ethics of the American Psychological Association or the Canadian Psychological Association as applicable. I agree to disqualification from examination, or issuance of a Diploma, or forfeiture of any Diploma issued to me in the event that the Board finds me in violation of its rules and regulations. I recognize that the Board may decide that I am not qualified, and I agree to abide by its decision. I hereby authorize the American Board of Professional Psychology, Inc., to make inquiries as it deems appropriate in connection with this application for a Diploma, with any of the individuals, state licensing boards, agencies, organizations, or other such reference sources as may develop in the course of the Board s investigation of my qualifications to be certified as a specialist. I agree and invite anyone so contacted by the Board to answer and respond freely, frankly, and without fear of claim of damage by me, and to report to the Board any knowledge which may seem relevant to the inquiry of the Board. I certify that all the statements made herein are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief. I have enclosed the non-refundable application fee. If granted the Diploma, I agree ABPP is an active credential that requires annual renewal and associated attestation and fee and to pay all required annual fees assessed by the American Board of Professional Psychology, Inc. I understand that it is my responsibility to inform ABPP of address and contact information, and to provide additional transcripts and documentation of my continued studies and training that may be necessary for completion of this application. I understand that I must complete an approved doctoral degree program in psychology, including internship, complete post-doctoral training as required of the ABPP specialty board to which I apply and become licensed as a psychologist at the independent level of practice in order for this application to become complete and eligible for review for advancement to candidacy. ABPP will maintain your application for 7 years from date of initiation unless a written request to extend this time is received from you and approved by ABPP. Signature of Applicant Date The Application Fee is $25 (reduced from the normal fee of $125) You need not pay the Application Fee of $25 if your graduate program or institution has agreed to sponsor you. Your application will be processed upon receipt of payment from you or your institution. Note: Other parts of the examination process have additional fees. Currently, the Practice Sample fee is $250, (written exam fee is applicable only for clinical neuropsychology ($300) and forensic ($200) ) and oral examination fee is $450. Once board certified there is an annual attestation / maintenance of certification, currently $185. Please submit this application and fee with all requested materials to: American Board of Professional Psychology 600 Market Street, Suite 300 Chapel Hill, NC Phone: Fax:

6 Overview of Organizational Efforts APA Efforts including the Competency Benchmarks Workgroup NCSPP Developmental Achievement Levels (DALs) ABPP Competency-based Examinations

7 Why Should We Measure Competence? Competence as the outcome of education and training is valued and increasingly addressed by healthcare professions Competence in healthcare providers is increasingly demanded by consumers, expected and certified by regulators, and lauded by policy makers The assessment of competence fosters learning, evaluates progress, assists in determining curriculum and training program effectiveness, advances the field, and protects the public source: APA Education Directorate

8 American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) American Psychological Association (APA) Assoc. of Directors of Psych. Training Clinics (ADPT C) Assoc. of Psych. Postdoc. & Intern. Centers (APPIC) Assoc. of State & Provincial Psych. Boards (ASPPB) Council of Chairs of Training Councils (CCTC) Council of Specialties in Professional Psychology (CoS) Council of Credentialing Org. in Prof. Psych. (CCOPP) National Council of Schools and Programs in Professional Psychology (NCSPP) National Reg. of Health Srv. Prov. In Psych. (NRHSPP)

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10 American Psychological Association Education Directorate Cynthia Belar, Ph.D., ABPP Catherine Grus, Ph.D. Source:

11 Promoting excellence in professional psychology education and training through best practices in defining and measuring competence. Culture of competence emerging Past initiatives that focused on assessing student learning outcomes related to competencies and inform current efforts include: Initiatives by the National Council of Schools and Programs in Professional Psychology (NCSPP) 2002 APPIC Competencies Conference Psychology Undergraduate Community Guidelines for the Undergraduate Psychology Major The Assessment CyberGuide for Learning Goals and Outcomes

12 Competency Initiatives by related organizations Association of Directors of Psychology Training Clinics (ADPTC) and Council of Chairs of Training Councils (CCTC) initiative on defining practicum competencies American Physical Therapy Association Inter-professional collaborative effects involving various doctoring professionals (i.e., Medicine, Psychology, Nursing) that focus on compiling key research, defining terms, and developing initiatives to meet the challenge of assessing and measuring competencies within professions

13 APA Initiatives on Assessing and Defining Competence Recommendations on models for the assessment of competence.pdf [408kb] in professional education and training produced by APA Task Force in 2004 Competencies at different levels of education and training developed by the Competency Benchmarks Work Group.doc [484kb] and overview of the Benchmarks Work Group Introduction to the Benchmarks.doc [52kb] Education Leadership Conference presentations on assessment of competencies in 2003, including the presentation by I. Leon Smith, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of the Professional Examination Service (PES)

14 Competency Assessment Toolkit for Professional Psychology Introduction Assessment Method Fact Sheets Grid End of APA Education Directorate info

15 Competency Developmental Achievement Levels (DALs) of the National Council of Schools and Programs in Professional Psychology (NCSPP; The NCSPP competency model of education and training identifies seven competencies required for entry level practice in professional psychology. The seven competencies are 1) Relationship, 2) Assessment, 3) Intervention, 4) Diversity, 5) Research/Evaluation, 6) Management/Supervision, and 7) Consultation/Education. The DALs describe the knowledge, skills and attitudes within each competency across three stages of training (begin practicum, begin internship, completion of degree).

16 Competency Developmental Achievement Levels (DALs) of the National Council of Schools and Programs in Professional Psychology (NCSPP) The competency DALs represent work products of the NCSPP January 2007 Developing our Competencies in Clinical Training Conference and the seven competency revision groups that oversaw further development. Over 165 Conference participants, including doctoral program faculty, students, practicum and internship supervisors, administrators and invited guests, were divided into seven competency work groups. Practicum and internship supervisors working with NCSPP students were invited to attend the Conference and fully participate in creation of the work products. (If I recall correctly all three of today s presenters participated in this process)

17 APA TASK FORCE ON THE ASSESSMENT OF COMPETENCE IN PROFESSIONAL PSYCHOLOGY: FINAL REPORT October

18 The APA Task Force on the Assessment of Competence in Prof. Psychology materials are integrated into the ABPP Specialty Examination Competency Model, and are reviewed herein as part of the description of the ABPP process.

19 The ABPP Specialty Examination Competency Model is consistent with the APA Task Force on the Assessment of Competence in Professional Psychology: Final Report (October 2006). Dr. Nadine Kaslow (ABPP Pres-elect) of the American Board of Clinical Psychology was a member of that task force.

20 The components of the ABPP Specialty Examination Competency Model include a Specialty Definition and Competencies. The ABPP Competencies are categorized into Foundational Competencies and Functional Competencies.

21 The Foundational and Functional Competencies constructs are applicable to all specialties and specialty practice. They run throughout the ABPP board certification process.

22 Foundational Competencies are those competencies that are inter-woven with and integrated into varying degrees into the Functional Competencies.

23 Functional Competencies are those competencies that are daily practice activities provided at the specialty level of practice; an advanced level of practice that characterizes/defines the specialty.

24 The awareness and application of appropriate ethical and legal requirements of practice.

25 Awareness and sensitivity in working professionally with diverse individuals, groups, and communities who represent various cultural and personal background and characteristics.

26 The ability to relate effectively and meaningfully with individuals, groups, and/or communities. Effectiveness in interdisciplinary systems.

27 Practice conducted within the boundaries of competencies, involvement in the profession and the specialty in particular. Continuing development as a psychologist specialist. Advocacy for the profession.

28 Competencies that are italicized may be essential to a specialist s practice depending on the nature of the practice; items in are considered essential and applicable to all specialist practice.

29 Defining, diagnosing, and conceptualizing problems and issues associated with individuals, groups, and/or organizations.

30 Developing, implementing, and evaluating interventions designed to produce positive change.

31 Providing expert guidance or professional assistance to a consultee s needs or goals.

32 Producing or consuming scientific theory and knowledge relevant to areas of professional practice. The empirical base or practice.

33 Supervision and Management The guidance, direction, and monitoring of trainees, residents, staff, or programs.

34 Teaching Formal teaching (including workshops, coursework, presentations) related to the specialty.

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36 Examples of Board Certification in Related Professions Medicine has a history of board certification dating from the early 20th Century and the American Board of Medical Specialties has 24 affiliated specialty examining boards.

37 In 1999, the ABMS reported that 89% of licensed physicians were certified in one or more medical specialties. Less than 5% of psychologists in 2007 are board certified, however there is increasing movement toward certification. ABPP applications were up over 40% 2008 v

38 Why Get Board Certified in Psychology? Assures the public you are a specialist that has successfully completed the educational, training, and experience requirements of the specialty, including an examination designed to assess the competencies required to provide quality services in that specialty Credential is understood by other professionals and the public Support the profession

39 Why Get Board Certified in Psychology? Highest credential for a psychologist and denotes an advanced level of competence (knowledge, skills, attitudes) Final examination" that gives us, our students, the profession, and the public that extra confidence one gets when being referred to as a board-certified specialist

40 Why Get Board Certified in Psychology? -Intrinsic value of one s own learning and perspective -a structure to facilitate self-assessment - an important continuing professional education opportunity (fulfills many State CE requirements for biennium in which board certification occurs and receive 10 CE credits from ABPP; 20 in Florida) -Increased mobility opportunities - > over 30 jurisdictions -$$$ & Career Opportunities VA/PHS/Military -Hospital/Medical Center/University Staff/Faculty -ABPP is the only psychology Board Certification identified by Federal govt. for raises, targeted employment, etc.

41 Some Specifics Ohio Depart. of Mental Health - 5% supplement to anyone who is ABPP in Clinical, Forensic, or Neuropsychology Dept. of Veterans Affairs - One step salary grade increase possible Dept. of Defense per 2009 Defense Authorizaton Act - Accession Bonus of up to $400,000 (not a typo!) Available; ABPP psych s are targeted for employment

42 ABPP VALUE STATEMENT Board Certification through the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) provides peer and public recognition of demonstrated competence in one of it's thirteen affiliated specialty areas. Additionally, Board Certification through ABPP provides the professional with increased opportunities for career growth, including employability, mobility, and financial compensation.

43 ABPP Specialty Boards 2009 Clinical Child and Adolescent Clinical Clinical Health Clinical Neuropsychology Cognitive and Behavioral Counseling Couples and Family Forensic Group Organization and Business Psychoanalysis Rehabilitation School

44 Standards for Award of Board Certification by ABPP ABPP expects that most licensed professional psychologists should qualify for board certification Requirements are reasonable and reachable with a modest amount of effort

45 As someone who recently completed the board certification process, I can unequivocally state that it was a very enriching process...the process provides you with a sense of validation by your peers and helps the public clearly identify who has met the requirements of certification...when I finished I did not feel like I had passed one test I felt I had completed a comprehensive process designed to assess my competence. There were anxieties along the way what if I fail but then I decided I would just take what I learned and build on it to improve myself. I highly suggest going for the boards. - Dominic A. Carone, Ph.D, ABPP recent ABCN specialist

46 ABPP Process Early Entry Program (or Standard) Application Submit necessary documentation of degree, internship, experience Generic Credentials Review Specialty-specific Credentials Review Written Exam (ABCN and ABFP) Practice Sample submission & review Oral Examination

47 Accredited Doctoral Program Accredited Internship Post-doctoral Residency (optional) Licensed by State or Province Board Certified in Area of Specialty Practice

48 Specialty Board Specific Requirements may be accessed at: Go to and click on How to be Certified Then use the drop-down menu to select a specialty area

49 ABPP will continue to be at the forefront of evaluating competency in professional psychology.

50 Competency, and board certification to identify competency, is becoming The Expected rather than the Exception Contact us at