Florida Laws and Rules Examination for Psychologists
— Complete Solutions Verified
Aligned with the Florida Board of Psychology Jurisprudence Examination Standards
Based on Chapter 490 F.S. (Psychological Services Act), Chapter 456 F.S. (Health Professions), and
Rule 64B19 F.A.C. — Effective 1/1/2026
Total Questions: 100 Cognitive Mix: 30% Recall / 50% Application / 20% Analysis
Sections: 8 Question Style: 70% Scenario-based / 25% Direct Recall / 5% Regulator
Format: Multiple Choice (A–D, single correct) Disciplinary Rule: 64B19-17.002 (eff. 1/1/2026)
Section 1: Psychological Services Act — Legislative Intent, Definitions, and
Scope of Practice (Q1-Q20)
Chapter 490, Florida Statutes — Definitions, scope, legislative intent, and protected titles
Q1: The Florida Psychological Services Act declares that emotional survival is equal in importance to
which of the following, and on what basis does the Act mandate privileged communication for
psychologist-client relationships?
A. Equal in importance to financial survival; privileged communication is mandated to protect the profession
from litigation
B. Equal in importance to physical survival; privileged communication is mandated to encourage
persons to seek needed psychological services **[CORRECT]**
C. Equal in importance to social survival; privileged communication is mandated to standardize clinical
practice
D. Equal in importance to professional survival; privileged communication is mandated to limit Board
disciplinary access
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Section 490.003, F.S., the legislative intent provision, expressly states that emotional survival is equal in importance
to physical survival and that privileged communication must be provided to encourage needed psychological
services to be sought. The other options misidentify the comparison (financial/social/professional survival) and the
statutory purpose of the privilege, which is patient welfare, not protection from litigation or Board oversight.
Q2: A licensed clinical social worker in private practice in Tampa wishes to advertise her services using
the term 'psychological counseling' to describe the talk-based interventions she provides. Under the
Psychological Services Act, which statement most accurately describes the legal consequence?
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A. She may use the term because she is independently licensed under Chapter 491 and provides counseling
services
B. She may use the term only if she adds a disclaimer that she is not a psychologist
C. She may NOT use the term because 'psychology' and 'psychological' are protected titles under
Chapter 490, and unauthorized use is a first-degree misdemeanor **[CORRECT]**
D. She may use the term only if approved in writing by the Board of Psychology
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Section 490.012, F.S., makes it a first-degree misdemeanor for any person not licensed under Chapter 490 to use
the title 'psychologist,' 'school psychologist,' or any descriptive terms incorporating 'psychology' or 'psychological.'
The Chapter 491 LCSW license does not authorize use of Chapter 490 protected titles, and disclaimers or Board
approval are not statutory exceptions to the misdemeanor.
Q3: Which of the following BEST captures the statutory definition of the 'practice of psychology'
under §490.003(7), F.S.?
A. Offering psychotherapy services in a private clinical setting for compensation
B. Observation, description, evaluation, interpretation, and modification of human behavior by the
use of scientific and applied psychological principles, without regard to place of service and regardless
of payment **[CORRECT]**
C. The diagnosis and treatment of mental, emotional, and nervous disorders using evidence-based modalities
D. The provision of counseling, assessment, and consultation services exclusively within a healthcare facility
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Section 490.003(7), F.S., defines 'practice of psychology' broadly as observation, description, evaluation,
interpretation, and modification of human behavior by use of scientific and applied psychological principles,
without regard to place of service and regardless of payment. The other options improperly narrow the definition by
adding location, payment, or treatment-specific limitations that the statute does not contain.
Q4: Dr. Alvarez, a licensed physician (M.D.) specializing in psychiatry, occasionally uses the term
'psychological testing' in his clinical notes when referring to cognitive screening instruments he
administers. Which statement is MOST accurate under Chapter 490?
A. Dr. Alvarez is practicing psychology without a license and is subject to Board of Psychology discipline
B. Chapter 490 does not apply to physicians unless they use the protected titles 'psychologist' or
'psychology' to hold themselves out to the public as licensed psychologists **[CORRECT]**
C. Dr. Alvarez must obtain a psychologist license to administer any psychological test
D. Dr. Alvarez may use the term 'psychological testing' only if supervised by a licensed psychologist
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Section 490.006, F.S., expressly provides that Chapter 490 does not apply to physicians licensed under Chapter 458
or 459 unless they use protected titles such as 'psychologist' or 'psychology' to hold themselves out as licensed
psychologists. Use of clinical terminology like 'psychological testing' in medical records, without more, does not
trigger the Act; it is the public holding-out as a psychologist that triggers regulation.
Q5: Which of the following activities falls within the statutory scope of the 'practice of school
psychology' as defined in §490.003(8), F.S.?
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A. Long-term psychodynamic psychotherapy with adults in private practice
B. Prescribing psychotropic medication for students with ADHD
C. Psychoeducational, developmental, and vocational assessment; short-term counseling; consultation;
and program development **[CORRECT]**
D. Conducting child custody evaluations for family court
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Section 490.003(8), F.S., defines the practice of school psychology to include psychoeducational, developmental,
and vocational assessment; short-term counseling; consultation; and program development. Long-term
psychodynamic therapy exceeds the school psychology scope, prescribing is reserved to physicians, and custody
evaluations require specific qualifications beyond the school psychologist scope.
Q6: The legislative finding in §490.003, F.S., expressly identifies which of the following as a basis for
regulation of the profession?
A. The practice of psychology by unqualified persons presents a danger to public health, safety, and
welfare **[CORRECT]**
B. The cost of unregulated psychological services burdens the state Medicaid system
C. Unregulated psychological services create unfair competition for licensed physicians
D. The absence of regulation limits insurance reimbursement for mental health services
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
The Act's legislative intent expressly states that the practice of psychology by unqualified persons presents a danger
to public health, safety, and welfare, providing the police-power basis for licensure. The other options describe
policy concerns that may exist but are not the statutory finding that supports the regulatory scheme.
Q7: A marriage and family therapist licensed under Chapter 491 wishes to use the title
'psychotherapist' in her advertising. Under Chapter 490, which is MOST accurate?
A. Use of 'psychotherapist' is prohibited because it incorporates 'psych-' and is reserved to Chapter 490
licensees
B. Use of 'psychotherapist' is permitted because 'psychotherapist' is not one of the protected titles
enumerated under §490.012 **[CORRECT]**
C. Use of 'psychotherapist' is permitted only with written Board of Psychology approval
D. Use of 'psychotherapist' is permitted only if the therapist holds a doctoral degree
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Section 490.012, F.S., protects the specific titles 'psychologist,' 'school psychologist,' and terms incorporating
'psychology' or 'psychological.' 'Psychotherapist' is not enumerated as a protected Chapter 490 title and may be used
by other appropriately licensed mental health professionals, provided their advertising is not otherwise deceptive
under §490.013 and §456.065, F.S.
Q8: Which scenario is NOT exempt from Chapter 490 licensure under §490.006, F.S.?
A. A graduate student in a doctoral psychology practicum using the title 'psychology intern' under supervision
B. A certified school psychologist employed by a Florida public school district performing psychoeducational
evaluations
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C. A clergy member providing pastoral counseling within the scope of regular religious duties
D. A person whose psychology license was revoked two years ago and who now offers 'life coaching'
services incorporating psychological assessment **[CORRECT]**
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Section 490.006(1), F.S., expressly provides that exemptions do not apply to any person whose license has been
revoked or suspended. The student, certified school psychologist, and clergy member each fall within enumerated
exemptions. A revoked licensee offering psychological services disguised as 'life coaching' cannot rely on the
exemption and is practicing without a license.
Q9: A behavior analyst who is certified by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board and provides
applied behavior analysis services to children with autism in Florida is:
A. Required to obtain a psychology license under Chapter 490 because ABA modifies behavior
B. Exempt from Chapter 490 licensure when acting within the scope of practice governed by the
behavior analysis certification **[CORRECT]**
C. Required to obtain a provisional psychology license before delivering ABA services
D. Permitted to practice only under the supervision of a licensed psychologist
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Behavior analysts practicing within the scope of their certification are exempt from Chapter 490, F.S., and are
instead regulated under the Behavior Analysis program within the Department of Health. Although ABA involves
behavior modification, the conduct falls under the separate behavior analysis regulatory scheme rather than the
practice of psychology as defined in §490.003(7).
Q10: A psychologist licensed in Georgia but not in Florida wishes to provide telepsychology services to
a Florida resident for 12 days during a calendar year. Under the out-of-state telehealth registration
provisions, which statement is MOST accurate?
A. She must obtain full licensure by endorsement before providing any telepsychology services to a Florida
resident
B. She may provide services under an out-of-state telehealth registration provided she limits practice
to fewer than 15 days per calendar year and meets all registration requirements **[CORRECT]**
C. She may provide unlimited telepsychology services because Florida honors Georgia licensure under full
faith and credit
D. She must obtain a provisional license, which expires after 24 months
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Under §490.0145, F.S., out-of-state psychologists may provide telehealth services to Florida residents under a
telehealth registration if they are licensed and in good standing in another state, have not had a license suspended or
revoked, and limit practice to fewer than 15 days per calendar year (or fewer than 5 days per month). The other
options misstate the registration threshold or wrongly suggest automatic reciprocity.
Q11: Which of the following is NOT an element of the statutory definition of 'practice of psychology'
under §490.003(7), F.S.?
A. Observation and description of human behavior
B. Evaluation and interpretation of human behavior
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— Complete Solutions Verified
Aligned with the Florida Board of Psychology Jurisprudence Examination Standards
Based on Chapter 490 F.S. (Psychological Services Act), Chapter 456 F.S. (Health Professions), and
Rule 64B19 F.A.C. — Effective 1/1/2026
Total Questions: 100 Cognitive Mix: 30% Recall / 50% Application / 20% Analysis
Sections: 8 Question Style: 70% Scenario-based / 25% Direct Recall / 5% Regulator
Format: Multiple Choice (A–D, single correct) Disciplinary Rule: 64B19-17.002 (eff. 1/1/2026)
Section 1: Psychological Services Act — Legislative Intent, Definitions, and
Scope of Practice (Q1-Q20)
Chapter 490, Florida Statutes — Definitions, scope, legislative intent, and protected titles
Q1: The Florida Psychological Services Act declares that emotional survival is equal in importance to
which of the following, and on what basis does the Act mandate privileged communication for
psychologist-client relationships?
A. Equal in importance to financial survival; privileged communication is mandated to protect the profession
from litigation
B. Equal in importance to physical survival; privileged communication is mandated to encourage
persons to seek needed psychological services **[CORRECT]**
C. Equal in importance to social survival; privileged communication is mandated to standardize clinical
practice
D. Equal in importance to professional survival; privileged communication is mandated to limit Board
disciplinary access
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Section 490.003, F.S., the legislative intent provision, expressly states that emotional survival is equal in importance
to physical survival and that privileged communication must be provided to encourage needed psychological
services to be sought. The other options misidentify the comparison (financial/social/professional survival) and the
statutory purpose of the privilege, which is patient welfare, not protection from litigation or Board oversight.
Q2: A licensed clinical social worker in private practice in Tampa wishes to advertise her services using
the term 'psychological counseling' to describe the talk-based interventions she provides. Under the
Psychological Services Act, which statement most accurately describes the legal consequence?
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A. She may use the term because she is independently licensed under Chapter 491 and provides counseling
services
B. She may use the term only if she adds a disclaimer that she is not a psychologist
C. She may NOT use the term because 'psychology' and 'psychological' are protected titles under
Chapter 490, and unauthorized use is a first-degree misdemeanor **[CORRECT]**
D. She may use the term only if approved in writing by the Board of Psychology
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Section 490.012, F.S., makes it a first-degree misdemeanor for any person not licensed under Chapter 490 to use
the title 'psychologist,' 'school psychologist,' or any descriptive terms incorporating 'psychology' or 'psychological.'
The Chapter 491 LCSW license does not authorize use of Chapter 490 protected titles, and disclaimers or Board
approval are not statutory exceptions to the misdemeanor.
Q3: Which of the following BEST captures the statutory definition of the 'practice of psychology'
under §490.003(7), F.S.?
A. Offering psychotherapy services in a private clinical setting for compensation
B. Observation, description, evaluation, interpretation, and modification of human behavior by the
use of scientific and applied psychological principles, without regard to place of service and regardless
of payment **[CORRECT]**
C. The diagnosis and treatment of mental, emotional, and nervous disorders using evidence-based modalities
D. The provision of counseling, assessment, and consultation services exclusively within a healthcare facility
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Section 490.003(7), F.S., defines 'practice of psychology' broadly as observation, description, evaluation,
interpretation, and modification of human behavior by use of scientific and applied psychological principles,
without regard to place of service and regardless of payment. The other options improperly narrow the definition by
adding location, payment, or treatment-specific limitations that the statute does not contain.
Q4: Dr. Alvarez, a licensed physician (M.D.) specializing in psychiatry, occasionally uses the term
'psychological testing' in his clinical notes when referring to cognitive screening instruments he
administers. Which statement is MOST accurate under Chapter 490?
A. Dr. Alvarez is practicing psychology without a license and is subject to Board of Psychology discipline
B. Chapter 490 does not apply to physicians unless they use the protected titles 'psychologist' or
'psychology' to hold themselves out to the public as licensed psychologists **[CORRECT]**
C. Dr. Alvarez must obtain a psychologist license to administer any psychological test
D. Dr. Alvarez may use the term 'psychological testing' only if supervised by a licensed psychologist
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Section 490.006, F.S., expressly provides that Chapter 490 does not apply to physicians licensed under Chapter 458
or 459 unless they use protected titles such as 'psychologist' or 'psychology' to hold themselves out as licensed
psychologists. Use of clinical terminology like 'psychological testing' in medical records, without more, does not
trigger the Act; it is the public holding-out as a psychologist that triggers regulation.
Q5: Which of the following activities falls within the statutory scope of the 'practice of school
psychology' as defined in §490.003(8), F.S.?
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A. Long-term psychodynamic psychotherapy with adults in private practice
B. Prescribing psychotropic medication for students with ADHD
C. Psychoeducational, developmental, and vocational assessment; short-term counseling; consultation;
and program development **[CORRECT]**
D. Conducting child custody evaluations for family court
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Section 490.003(8), F.S., defines the practice of school psychology to include psychoeducational, developmental,
and vocational assessment; short-term counseling; consultation; and program development. Long-term
psychodynamic therapy exceeds the school psychology scope, prescribing is reserved to physicians, and custody
evaluations require specific qualifications beyond the school psychologist scope.
Q6: The legislative finding in §490.003, F.S., expressly identifies which of the following as a basis for
regulation of the profession?
A. The practice of psychology by unqualified persons presents a danger to public health, safety, and
welfare **[CORRECT]**
B. The cost of unregulated psychological services burdens the state Medicaid system
C. Unregulated psychological services create unfair competition for licensed physicians
D. The absence of regulation limits insurance reimbursement for mental health services
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
The Act's legislative intent expressly states that the practice of psychology by unqualified persons presents a danger
to public health, safety, and welfare, providing the police-power basis for licensure. The other options describe
policy concerns that may exist but are not the statutory finding that supports the regulatory scheme.
Q7: A marriage and family therapist licensed under Chapter 491 wishes to use the title
'psychotherapist' in her advertising. Under Chapter 490, which is MOST accurate?
A. Use of 'psychotherapist' is prohibited because it incorporates 'psych-' and is reserved to Chapter 490
licensees
B. Use of 'psychotherapist' is permitted because 'psychotherapist' is not one of the protected titles
enumerated under §490.012 **[CORRECT]**
C. Use of 'psychotherapist' is permitted only with written Board of Psychology approval
D. Use of 'psychotherapist' is permitted only if the therapist holds a doctoral degree
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Section 490.012, F.S., protects the specific titles 'psychologist,' 'school psychologist,' and terms incorporating
'psychology' or 'psychological.' 'Psychotherapist' is not enumerated as a protected Chapter 490 title and may be used
by other appropriately licensed mental health professionals, provided their advertising is not otherwise deceptive
under §490.013 and §456.065, F.S.
Q8: Which scenario is NOT exempt from Chapter 490 licensure under §490.006, F.S.?
A. A graduate student in a doctoral psychology practicum using the title 'psychology intern' under supervision
B. A certified school psychologist employed by a Florida public school district performing psychoeducational
evaluations
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C. A clergy member providing pastoral counseling within the scope of regular religious duties
D. A person whose psychology license was revoked two years ago and who now offers 'life coaching'
services incorporating psychological assessment **[CORRECT]**
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Section 490.006(1), F.S., expressly provides that exemptions do not apply to any person whose license has been
revoked or suspended. The student, certified school psychologist, and clergy member each fall within enumerated
exemptions. A revoked licensee offering psychological services disguised as 'life coaching' cannot rely on the
exemption and is practicing without a license.
Q9: A behavior analyst who is certified by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board and provides
applied behavior analysis services to children with autism in Florida is:
A. Required to obtain a psychology license under Chapter 490 because ABA modifies behavior
B. Exempt from Chapter 490 licensure when acting within the scope of practice governed by the
behavior analysis certification **[CORRECT]**
C. Required to obtain a provisional psychology license before delivering ABA services
D. Permitted to practice only under the supervision of a licensed psychologist
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Behavior analysts practicing within the scope of their certification are exempt from Chapter 490, F.S., and are
instead regulated under the Behavior Analysis program within the Department of Health. Although ABA involves
behavior modification, the conduct falls under the separate behavior analysis regulatory scheme rather than the
practice of psychology as defined in §490.003(7).
Q10: A psychologist licensed in Georgia but not in Florida wishes to provide telepsychology services to
a Florida resident for 12 days during a calendar year. Under the out-of-state telehealth registration
provisions, which statement is MOST accurate?
A. She must obtain full licensure by endorsement before providing any telepsychology services to a Florida
resident
B. She may provide services under an out-of-state telehealth registration provided she limits practice
to fewer than 15 days per calendar year and meets all registration requirements **[CORRECT]**
C. She may provide unlimited telepsychology services because Florida honors Georgia licensure under full
faith and credit
D. She must obtain a provisional license, which expires after 24 months
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Under §490.0145, F.S., out-of-state psychologists may provide telehealth services to Florida residents under a
telehealth registration if they are licensed and in good standing in another state, have not had a license suspended or
revoked, and limit practice to fewer than 15 days per calendar year (or fewer than 5 days per month). The other
options misstate the registration threshold or wrongly suggest automatic reciprocity.
Q11: Which of the following is NOT an element of the statutory definition of 'practice of psychology'
under §490.003(7), F.S.?
A. Observation and description of human behavior
B. Evaluation and interpretation of human behavior
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