Florida Psychology Licensure-Part A Questions with Answers

Intent Correct Answer practice of psychology by unqualified person = danger to public health, safety, and welfare Practice of psychology Correct Answer includes all types of activities in which psychologists are involved through scientific and applied psychological principles, methods, & procedures WITHOUT REGARD TO WHETHER PAYMENT IS REQUESTED OR RECEIVED FOR SERVICES Practice of school psychology: assessment Correct Answer psychoeducational, developmental, and vocational assessment for learning, educational, or adjustment needs Practice of school psychology: counseling Correct Answer short-term, situation-oriented professional interaction; include verbal interaction, interviewing, behavior techniques, developmental & vocational intervention, evnironmental management, & group processes Practice of school psychology: consultation Correct Answer psychoeducational, developmental, and vocational assistance or direct educational services Practice of school psychology: program development Correct Answer designing, implementing, or evaluating learning environment; acting as catalyst for teacher involvement; facilitating psychoeducational development Provisional psychologist licensee Correct Answer can provide psychological services under supervision Board of Psychology Correct Answer 7 members appointed by Governor and confirmed by Senate for 4 year terms 5 licensed psychologists 2 non-psychologist citizens at least 1 member 60 years or older official headquarters: Tallahassee Licensure by examination: psychologist Correct Answer -application form -fee ($375) -doctoral level psychological education from accredited program or comparable foreign program; if not accredited, must submit certification of comparability from program director of an accredited program -at least 2 years (4000 hours) experience in psychology with supervision from licenced psychologist -passed EPPP Licensure by examination: school psychologist Correct Answer -application -fee ($250)