Pennsylvania Psychology Law Exam
(UPDATED 2026) COMPREHENSIVE
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS
PLUS RATIONALES (GRADED A+)
DETAILED ANSWERS!!
Q1: In Pennsylvania, the purpose of Act 52 is to:
A. Protect the public safety and welfare
B. Provide licensing for psychologists
C. Establish penalties for unlawful practice
D. All of the above
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Act 52 regulates the practice of psychology, sets licensing standards, and protects the
public.
Q2: Which of the following is NOT defined as the practice of psychology under
Act 52?
A. Measuring and testing psychological attributes
B. Psychological consulting
C. Interpreting psychological assessment results
D. Being “awesome”
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Humor aside — only professional services are covered under the statute.
Q3: A psychologist must notify the Pennsylvania Board in writing of a name
change within how many days?
A. 5
B. 10
,C. 15
D. 20
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Licensees must update personal information promptly.
Q4: A clergyman may be recognized by the Board as able to practice psychology
without a license if:
A. Their profession is psychological in nature but distinctly different
B. Profession is governed by established standards
C. Profession incorporates psychological tasks within recognized training
D. All of the above
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Some recognized professions may be exempt.
Q5: Which act mandates continuing education in child abuse recognition in PA?
A. Act 31
B. Act 74
C. Act 52
D. Privileged Communication Law
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Act 31 requires CE in child abuse recognition.
Q6: Act 74 in Pennsylvania requires continuing education in:
A. Ethics
B. Suicide prevention
C. Cultural competence
D. Clinical supervision
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: One hour of CE in suicide prevention is required.
,Q7: Which law supplements rules for withholding information in court
proceedings?
A. Act 31
B. Act 74
C. Privileged Communication Law
D. Practice of Psychology Act
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Privileged communication law protects certain psychological information.
Section 2 — Definitions & Scope
Q8: The practice of psychology includes:
A. Counseling individuals with adjustment issues
B. Group relationship and behavior adjustment services
C. Psychological assessment/testing
D. All of the above
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All are covered by the statutory definition.
Q9: Psychological consulting involves:
A. Interpreting scientific psychological findings
B. Providing expert psychological opinion
C. Reporting psychological research outcomes
D. All of the above
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Psychological consulting spans these services.
Q10: Psychological testing covers:
A. Aptitudes measurement
B. Personality evaluation
, C. Intelligence and emotional attribute assessment
D. All of the above
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All listed assessments are part of testing.
Section 3 — Board Structure & Powers
Q11: The PA State Board of Psychology consists of:
A. Psychologists only
B. Psychologists and public members
C. Psychiatrists and social workers
D. Only public members
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The board includes licensed psychologists and public members.
Q12: A psychology trainee is defined as:
A. A doctoral student completing an internship
B. A resident fulfilling supervised experience hours
C. Both A and B
D. A licensed psychologist working unsupervised
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Trainees include interns and residents under supervision.
Q13: The Board cannot discipline:
A. Licensed psychologists
B. Unlicensed individuals practicing psychology
C. Trainees acting outside competence
D. Supervisors violating regulations
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Board’s jurisdiction focuses on licensed practitioners.
(UPDATED 2026) COMPREHENSIVE
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS
PLUS RATIONALES (GRADED A+)
DETAILED ANSWERS!!
Q1: In Pennsylvania, the purpose of Act 52 is to:
A. Protect the public safety and welfare
B. Provide licensing for psychologists
C. Establish penalties for unlawful practice
D. All of the above
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Act 52 regulates the practice of psychology, sets licensing standards, and protects the
public.
Q2: Which of the following is NOT defined as the practice of psychology under
Act 52?
A. Measuring and testing psychological attributes
B. Psychological consulting
C. Interpreting psychological assessment results
D. Being “awesome”
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Humor aside — only professional services are covered under the statute.
Q3: A psychologist must notify the Pennsylvania Board in writing of a name
change within how many days?
A. 5
B. 10
,C. 15
D. 20
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Licensees must update personal information promptly.
Q4: A clergyman may be recognized by the Board as able to practice psychology
without a license if:
A. Their profession is psychological in nature but distinctly different
B. Profession is governed by established standards
C. Profession incorporates psychological tasks within recognized training
D. All of the above
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Some recognized professions may be exempt.
Q5: Which act mandates continuing education in child abuse recognition in PA?
A. Act 31
B. Act 74
C. Act 52
D. Privileged Communication Law
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Act 31 requires CE in child abuse recognition.
Q6: Act 74 in Pennsylvania requires continuing education in:
A. Ethics
B. Suicide prevention
C. Cultural competence
D. Clinical supervision
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: One hour of CE in suicide prevention is required.
,Q7: Which law supplements rules for withholding information in court
proceedings?
A. Act 31
B. Act 74
C. Privileged Communication Law
D. Practice of Psychology Act
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Privileged communication law protects certain psychological information.
Section 2 — Definitions & Scope
Q8: The practice of psychology includes:
A. Counseling individuals with adjustment issues
B. Group relationship and behavior adjustment services
C. Psychological assessment/testing
D. All of the above
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All are covered by the statutory definition.
Q9: Psychological consulting involves:
A. Interpreting scientific psychological findings
B. Providing expert psychological opinion
C. Reporting psychological research outcomes
D. All of the above
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Psychological consulting spans these services.
Q10: Psychological testing covers:
A. Aptitudes measurement
B. Personality evaluation
, C. Intelligence and emotional attribute assessment
D. All of the above
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All listed assessments are part of testing.
Section 3 — Board Structure & Powers
Q11: The PA State Board of Psychology consists of:
A. Psychologists only
B. Psychologists and public members
C. Psychiatrists and social workers
D. Only public members
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The board includes licensed psychologists and public members.
Q12: A psychology trainee is defined as:
A. A doctoral student completing an internship
B. A resident fulfilling supervised experience hours
C. Both A and B
D. A licensed psychologist working unsupervised
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Trainees include interns and residents under supervision.
Q13: The Board cannot discipline:
A. Licensed psychologists
B. Unlicensed individuals practicing psychology
C. Trainees acting outside competence
D. Supervisors violating regulations
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Board’s jurisdiction focuses on licensed practitioners.
