Florida Psychology Laws & Rules
Terms in this set (76)
Florida Health Mission To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through
integrated state, county, & community efforts.
Psychology Florida Laws & Rules Examination An examination consisting of forty (40) scored objective questions testing
knowledge of Florida Statutes and rules relevant to the practice of psychology
in the state.
Raw Score Requirement A raw score of thirty-two (32) correct answers (80%) is necessary to pass the
examination.
Rule 64B19-11.0075(1) F.A.C. States the consequences for applicants failing to pass the Examination for
Professional Practice in Psychology and the Florida laws and rules examination
within 24 months.
Psychological Services Act Short title for Chapter 490 of the Florida Statutes.
Intent of Chapter 490 Legislative purpose to provide privileged communication for psychological
services to preserve public health, safety, and welfare.
Board of Psychology Refers to the regulatory board overseeing psychology practice in Florida.
Licensure by Examination The process of obtaining a license through examination as outlined in Chapter
490 of the Florida Statutes.
Provisional Licensure Temporary licensure requirements specified in Chapter 490 of the Florida
Statutes.
Licensure by Endorsement Obtaining a license through endorsement as detailed in Chapter 490 of the
Florida Statutes.
Renewal of License The process of renewing a psychology license in Florida as outlined in Chapter
490 of the Florida Statutes.
Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact An agreement facilitating the practice of psychology across state lines as per
Chapter 490 of the Florida Statutes.
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Continuing Education Requirement Mandatory completion of approved programs and courses for license renewal
under Chapter 490 of the Florida Statutes.
Discipline in Psychology Procedures for disciplinary actions against psychologists as outlined in Chapter
490 of the Florida Statutes.
Sexual Misconduct Prohibited behavior and penalties related to sexual misconduct in psychology
practice under Chapter 490 of the Florida Statutes.
Exemptions in Psychology Practice Specific exemptions from licensure requirements detailed in Chapter 490 of
the Florida Statutes.
Confidentiality and Privileged Communications Rules governing confidentiality and privileged communications in psychology
practice under Chapter 490 of the Florida Statutes.
Duties of the Department Responsibilities assigned to the Department of Health regarding psychology
practice in Florida as per Chapter 490 of the Florida Statutes.
Practice of psychology Means the observations, description, evaluation, interpretation, and
modification of human behavior using psychological principles and methods to
describe, prevent, alleviate, or eliminate undesired behavior and enhance
mental health.
Ethical practice of psychology Includes psychological testing, evaluation of personal characteristics,
counseling, psychotherapy, psychoeducational evaluation, and use of
psychological methods to diagnose and treat various disorders.
Psychological services May be rendered to individuals, couples, families, groups, and the public
without restrictions on the place of service.
Provisional psychologist licensee A person provisionally licensed to provide psychological services under
supervision.
Psychologist A person licensed to practice psychology according to specific state
regulations.
Practice of school psychology Involves assessment, counseling, consultation, and program development
related to educational and adjustment needs in individuals or groups.
School psychologist A licensed professional specializing in providing psychological services within
educational settings.
Licensure by examination Process where individuals apply to take a licensure examination to become
licensed psychologists or school psychologists, meeting specific educational
and experience requirements.
Terms in this set (76)
Florida Health Mission To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through
integrated state, county, & community efforts.
Psychology Florida Laws & Rules Examination An examination consisting of forty (40) scored objective questions testing
knowledge of Florida Statutes and rules relevant to the practice of psychology
in the state.
Raw Score Requirement A raw score of thirty-two (32) correct answers (80%) is necessary to pass the
examination.
Rule 64B19-11.0075(1) F.A.C. States the consequences for applicants failing to pass the Examination for
Professional Practice in Psychology and the Florida laws and rules examination
within 24 months.
Psychological Services Act Short title for Chapter 490 of the Florida Statutes.
Intent of Chapter 490 Legislative purpose to provide privileged communication for psychological
services to preserve public health, safety, and welfare.
Board of Psychology Refers to the regulatory board overseeing psychology practice in Florida.
Licensure by Examination The process of obtaining a license through examination as outlined in Chapter
490 of the Florida Statutes.
Provisional Licensure Temporary licensure requirements specified in Chapter 490 of the Florida
Statutes.
Licensure by Endorsement Obtaining a license through endorsement as detailed in Chapter 490 of the
Florida Statutes.
Renewal of License The process of renewing a psychology license in Florida as outlined in Chapter
490 of the Florida Statutes.
Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact An agreement facilitating the practice of psychology across state lines as per
Chapter 490 of the Florida Statutes.
, Florida Psychology Laws & Rules
Continuing Education Requirement Mandatory completion of approved programs and courses for license renewal
under Chapter 490 of the Florida Statutes.
Discipline in Psychology Procedures for disciplinary actions against psychologists as outlined in Chapter
490 of the Florida Statutes.
Sexual Misconduct Prohibited behavior and penalties related to sexual misconduct in psychology
practice under Chapter 490 of the Florida Statutes.
Exemptions in Psychology Practice Specific exemptions from licensure requirements detailed in Chapter 490 of
the Florida Statutes.
Confidentiality and Privileged Communications Rules governing confidentiality and privileged communications in psychology
practice under Chapter 490 of the Florida Statutes.
Duties of the Department Responsibilities assigned to the Department of Health regarding psychology
practice in Florida as per Chapter 490 of the Florida Statutes.
Practice of psychology Means the observations, description, evaluation, interpretation, and
modification of human behavior using psychological principles and methods to
describe, prevent, alleviate, or eliminate undesired behavior and enhance
mental health.
Ethical practice of psychology Includes psychological testing, evaluation of personal characteristics,
counseling, psychotherapy, psychoeducational evaluation, and use of
psychological methods to diagnose and treat various disorders.
Psychological services May be rendered to individuals, couples, families, groups, and the public
without restrictions on the place of service.
Provisional psychologist licensee A person provisionally licensed to provide psychological services under
supervision.
Psychologist A person licensed to practice psychology according to specific state
regulations.
Practice of school psychology Involves assessment, counseling, consultation, and program development
related to educational and adjustment needs in individuals or groups.
School psychologist A licensed professional specializing in providing psychological services within
educational settings.
Licensure by examination Process where individuals apply to take a licensure examination to become
licensed psychologists or school psychologists, meeting specific educational
and experience requirements.
