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Does licensure automatically guarantee reimbursement eligibility with all insurance companies?
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no
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How can applicant demonstrate qualified education for HSP-P?
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1)listed in the National Register of Health Services Providers2)diplomate of American Board of Professional Psychology in health services specialty area3)graduate from doctoral program accredited by APA in clinical, counseling, school or combined professional-scientific psychology4)academic foundation in provision of health services
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Who is exempt from licensure?
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teachers, researchers, expert witnesses, school psychologists, other professional groups offering services, other out of state licensed professionals
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What are the fees for national examination?
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cost of examination plus additional fee not to exceed $50.00NC state-$25.00
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Can a psychological associate be supervised by another licensed psychological associate?
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yeswith approval from the Board with following provisions:1)documentation that plan shall provide superior supervision2)plan must be reviewed, approved, and monitored by licensed psychologist who assumes responsibility for plan throughout duration3)supervising psychological associate may not engage in reciprocal supervisory arrangements with other licensed psychological associates4)documentation that supervising psychological associate shall have practiced psychology on at least a half-time basis for a minimum of 10 years and no disciplinary action
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Is a postdoc exempt from licensure?
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yes, but the board may require rules defining qualified supervision, settings to which person is assigned, frequency of supervision, disclosure of supervisory relationships, qualifications of trainee status, nature of responsibility assumed by supervisor, and structure, content, and organization of postdoc experience
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Who can licensed psychologist employ to help with services?
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may employ or supervise unlicensed individual who assist in the provision of psychological services
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What do graduates need to be licensed as a psychologist?
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pay application feepay examination feespass the examinationsand submits evidence-18 years oldgood moral characterreceived a doctoral degree in psychology from an institution of higher education2 years of acceptable supervised experience
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When do you provide the Board with documentation of continuing education?
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only after directed to do so by the Board
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What is the responsibility of the Board concering confidentiality?
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Board may withold from public the identity of client not consented to disclosureboard may close the hearing to the public and receive evidence in an executive session involving the treatment and delivery of servicesall records and other documents collected on behalf of the Board in connection with investigations etc will not be considered public recordand if documents collected are made public records any identifying information not consented by client will be deleted
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What are the requirements for the 2nd year of supervised experience?
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1)minimum of 1 hour per week of face-to-face supervision2)one year /1500 hours of practice and shall be completed within a 4 year consecutive period3)supervision provided under guidelines4)supervision provided by a supervisor recognized as appropriate
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What are the 4 required areas of competency and how many semester hours are required for each?
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minimum of 3 semester hours each1)biological bases of behavior2)cognitive-affective bases of behavior3)social bases of behavior4)individual differences
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When can the board deny licensure?
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upon documentation of illegal, immoral, dishonerable, unprofessional, or unethical conduct
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How can foreign graduates become licensed?
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show evidence of training and degrees substantially equivalent to those required of applicants trained in US
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What is the fee for the state examination?
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$100.00
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What is minimum time of graduate study required for an institution for a licensed psychologist level?
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three academic years of full-time graduate study2 years from the institution granting the degree1 year in residence (30 semester hours)
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What happens when a school psychologist wants to become licensed?
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person must comply with all conditions, requirements, and obligations for licensure the same as everyone else
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What kinds of activities require supervision for a psychological associate in techniques?
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psychotherapy, group therapy, hypnotherapy, behavioral management and modification, extended time out
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What coursework is eligible for applicant to meet academic foundation requirements in provision of health services?
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only course work taken at an institution of higher education
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What is the fee for health services provider certificate?
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$50.00
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What is a person guilty of is falsely claims a psychologist or to be practicing psychology?
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class 2 misdemeanor
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What is the fee for renewal of license?
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not to exceed $250.00 every 2 yearsNC state-$200.00
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What is the definition of Health Services?
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practice of psychology-delivery of preventive, assessment, or therapeutic intevention services directly to individuals whose growth adjustment, or functioning is actually impaired or may be at substantial risk of impairment
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What are considered ancillary services?
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only activities for the purpose of providing assistance to a psychologist in providing psychological servicesnot including clerical and administrative services
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How does the board determine the states of reciprocity?
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if standards of boards of other juridisctions are substantially equivalent to or greater than those in NC
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When is person not eligible for HSP-P certification?
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(1)applicant with doctoral degree in psychology that does not provide training in the provision of health services-has to be a planned and directed program in health services in psychology and not only coursework in the areas or applied training experience(2)applicant who completed doctoral program with intent to train in administration, research, teaching, academia, etc. not involving training in provision of health services of psychology
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Are members of other professional groups from providing services exempt from licensure?
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as long as don't call themselves psychologists or state that they are licensed to practice psychology
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What is level 1 supervision for a psychological associate?
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less than 3 years/ 4500 hours of post licensed supervised hoursmore intense supervision1 hour of supervision for every 10 hours of practice up to 4 hours a month
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Who is responsible for the quality of the services rendered by employed unlicensed individuals?
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psychologist who employs themno different than if psychologist provided the services in person
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How many terms can someone serve on the psychology board
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no more than 3 complete consecutive terms
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How long before practicing psychology does a person have to apply for licensure?
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withing 30 days of offering to practice or undertaking practice
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What is included in Category B continuing education hours?
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colloquia, presentation of invited speakers, grand rounds, in-house seminars, programs at meetings of professional organizations not approved of as category Aparticipation in formally organized study groups and self study as part of publishing, teaching, or making a presentation is also included
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How many continuing education hours are needed every 2 years?
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minimum of 18at least 9 from Category A with 3 minimum hours in the area of ethical and legal issues in the practice of psychology
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If unlicensed person is being supervised by more than 1 psychologist, who is responsible?
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a primary psychologist is appointed and is in charge of documentation
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Who is bound by privileged communication?
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licensed psychologist, psychological associates, and his/her employees and associates
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When can the board waive the requirement of the national written examination?
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when person is a diplomate in good standing of the American Board of Professional Psychology and makes application and requisite payment
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Does the board offer a license in any specialty areas?
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no only generic license and health services certification
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What is required upon termination of supervision or when there is a change in the conditions specified in the supervision contract?
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submit a supervision report
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Who pays for expense of the evaluate brought by Board and ordered by court?
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Board
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What happens if there is no probable cause of a violation?
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Board concurs with Committee and case is closed or may be sent educative materials/letter if concerns and case is closed
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Is applicant able to request a hearing for failure to pass an examination?
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no
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What is the purpose of health services provider certification?
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public protection measure to restrain potential abuses of generic licensure, in which untrained psychologists in applied psychology provide services for which they are not certifiedalso provides optional certification for licensed psychologists and psychological associates with provisional licenses
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Can privilege be broken? and if so by whom?
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yesjudge can compel disclosure in disclosure is necessary to a proper administration of justice
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How can a non-resident psychologist licensed elsewhere get temporary license?
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must be licensed by standards that are equivalent or higher in another jurisdictionfor health services-must demonstrate 2 years of supervised health services experience
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If person voluntarily relinquishes license, is the Board allowed to investigate alledged violations or pending complaints or allegations?
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yes
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Can a psychologist testify in divorce or alimony if both parties have gotten marital counseling?
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Nonot competent to testify
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What are the supervision equirements for neuropsychological assessment?
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1)psychological associations if properly trained may use screening instruments and offer statement regarding presence, absence, and nature of perceptual disorder without supervision2)with qualified supervision psychological associates can conduct comprehensive neuropsychological assessment leading to diagnosis, classification, and other definitive statementes regarding neurological function3)many doctoral level practitioners may require additional trianing and supervision to practice clinical neuropsychology-under heading generic licensure, specialization and re-specialization
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What is the fee for failure to appear on noticed hearing date?
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$300.00failure to give 72 hour notice to continue hearing
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What clinical populations do not require supervision for psychological associates?
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1)mental retardation or specific developmental disabilities when the psychological associate's interventions are in the domain of cognition rather than personality disorder2)techniques designed to reduce or stop cigarette smoking in otherwise non-clinical populations
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What activities are included in health services?
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diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, remediation, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorder, disability, and illness, etcincluding counseling, psychoeducation, and neuropsychological services related to abovecollateral contacts with families etc. to benefit patient as well as direct services
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What are the requirements for a HSP-P?
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permanent licensure in NCqualified education2 years of supervised experience of which at least 1 postdoc yearsubmite a completed notarized form and provide documentation
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Do APA approved internships meet the criteria for the 1 year of supervised experience?
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yes
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What are the supervisor's responsibilities?
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1)assess own ability to meet needs of supervisees2)offer supervision only in own expertise and experience3)enter into a written agreement with supervisee on a Board approved supervision contract4)direct the supervisee to practice only within areas he/she is qualified5)maintain professional level of contact and be accessible to supervisee6)direct supervisee to keep informed of direct services7)advise Board if supervisee is practicing in a unethical and illegal manner8)maintain a clear record of supervision9)report on required form to Board that agreed upon supervision has occurred10)file a final supervision report within 2 weeks of termination of supervision
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What titles are people providing ancillary services not allowed to use?
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no title incorporating words assessment, associate, clinical, counseling, diagnostic, evaluation, examiner, psychologic, psychological, psychologist, psychology
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What people sit on psychology board and for how long?
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3 licensed psychologists3 licensed psychological associates2 members from public not licensed under the boardterm is for 3 yearseach member must reside in different congressional districts
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How long is temporary license valid?
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30 days
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When does a psychologist submit records to the board about ancillary services personnel?
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only when the Board orders it
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What is the purpose of the NC Psychology Practice Act?
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protect the public from the practice of psychology by unqualified persons and from unprofessional conduct by perons licensed to practice psychology
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What is the passing point for the EPPP computer version?
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licensed psychologist-scaled score of 500licensed psychological associated-scaled score of 440
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What are the supervision requirements?
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2 years of acceptable supervision-if supervision of health services must be qualified psychologist with health services provider certificateone year of supervision must be postdoctoralone year may be predoctoral
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What does person do to renew license?
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complete formsend feesmeet continuing education requirements
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How often does NC license have to be renewed and in what month?
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every 2 yearson or before October 1 each even numbered year
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Which code do you follow if there is a conflict between APA and NC?
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NC
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What is required of documentation by the supervisor?
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1)dates and appointment times of each supervision session2)summary contact of each session3)fees charged
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What activities require supervision of a psychological associate?
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1)overall personality appraisal or classificationany assessment or evaluative technique which leads to conclusions, inferences, etc. regarding personality functioninginclude-observation, open-ended and structured interviewing, word association tests, diagnostic play therapy, autobiographical techniques, mental status, projective and objective tests2)neuropsychological examinations3)personality counseling or personality readjustment techniques4)if one of following conditions is met-nature of techniques being used, target behavior, attitude, affect, habit or other attribute to be modified, population to be treated
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What are requirements for internship for psychological associate?
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1)planned and directed program of training in practice of psychology, planned by program's faculty2)training site has designated licensed psychologist responsible for quality of training3)minimum of 12 weeks of at least 500 hours of supervised training with at least 50% in training of psychology4)written program description of training program detailing its functionng and approved by educational program prior5)minimum of 1 hour a week of supervision at the training site individual face to face6)supervision can be provided in part by psychiatrists, social workers, or other related professionals, but at least 50% of supervision provided by licensed psychologist or psychological associate7)persons in program hold title of intern, extern, or practicum student that identifies their role
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What is the definition of a continuing education hour?
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one hour of instructional or contact time
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When does board submit annual report to the Governor and what does it contain?
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June 30all names of licensed psychologists and psychological associates and any cases heard and any actions recommended by board and a financial report
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When is the person responsible for paying for court ordered evaluation?
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if person raises the issue or appeals a decision regarding mental/physical competence
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What is the exception to privilege?
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reporting child or adult abuse or neglect
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What are requirements for ancillary services for psychologist supervision?
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psychologist must have had face-to-face contact during course of services with all patients
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What are the practice hours required for psychologist licensure?
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2 years of at least 3000 hours and at least 1500 hours must be accrued postdoctoral
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How long before license and health services certification are suspended if past renewal date?
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60 days
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What activities are not included as health services?
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vocational and educational guidanceteaching of psychologyconduct of psychological research, or provision of psychological services or consultations to organizations except when such activities involve the delivery of direct psychological services to individuals/groups who are intended beneficiaries of services
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Who can perform involuntary commitments for psychiatric hospitalization?
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only permanently licensed psychologists with health services provider certification
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What are the areas of coursework required for the provision of health services?
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assessment, diagnosis, intervention, and psychopathologyand training in diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, remediation, or prevention of 1)mental,emotional disability or illness2)substance abuse3)habit or conduct disorder4)psychological aspects of physical illness
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What documentation is required in client's chart when ancillary services are provided?
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dated entry in client's records any time ancillary service is provided including all services provided and billed to a third party and the unlicensed individual must sign the record
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Can other psychologists other than the primary psychologist supervise the unlicensed persons responsible for ancillary services?
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yessupervision may be delegated to other psychologists affiliated with the employment setting
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What services are not appropriate for ancillary personnel?
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tasks involving judgement during the execution of those services when training in the foundation of psychology (projective techniques, psychological evaluation, report writing, and all forms of diagnostic interviewing, counseling, and psychotherapy)also cannot interpret psychological test results
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What are the reasons that the board can deny, suspend, or revoke a license?
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1)convicted or plead guilty to a felony2)convicted or plead guilty to specific misdemeanors (fraud, conduct relevant to practice, or charge affecting ability to practice or health of patients)3)fraud or deceit in trying to secure or renew a license4)fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation to the public, board, or any person connected to psychology5)made fraudulent statements regarding application (education, certification, etc.) to public, etc.6)has had license revoked in another jurisdiction7)violated any of these codes8)aided and abetted unlawful practice of psychology by unlicensed person9)provided health services without certification10)guilty of immoral, dishonorable, unprofessional behavior defined in this code or current APA code of ethics11)practic endangers welfare of patients12)demonstrated inability to practice because of illness, drugs/alcohol, mental/physical condition13)practiced psychology or conducted research outside the boundaries of demonstrated competence14)failed to use, administer, score or interpret assessments in a competent manner or has provided inaccurate findings that cannot be inferred from data15)failed to provide competent treatment, consultation, or supervision in compliance with state standards16)failed to take reasonable steps to ensure competence of services17)failed to maintain clear and accurate case record18)failed to retain complete case record for at least 7 years19)failed to cooperate with other psychologists or other professionals to detriment of clients or impedes the abilities of other professionals20)exercised undue influence as to exploit client, student, supervisee, or trainee for the financial or other advantage of psychologist or third party21)harassed or abused client etc.22)failed to cooperate with or respond honestly to Board, ethics committees, IRBs or any other board with jurisdiction23)refused to appear before board after having been ordered in writing by the Chair
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How many people is supervisee required to report on during supervision?
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not required of all clients that supervisee is seeing, only those determined by supervisor and supervisee
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What are the reasons that the board would disapprove of a supervisor?
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1)not competent2)failed to adhere to legal or ethical standards3)lack of congruence between supervisor's training and supervisee's practice needs4)license that has had disciplinary action
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What is the fee for reinstatement of license?
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not to exceed $100.00NC state-$100.00
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What happens if fail to apply for licensure within that time?
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cannot practice until become licensedalos applies to those whose license is revoked
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What are the application fees for licensed psychologists?
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not exceed $100.00NC state-$100.00
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What is required when a psychologist re-specializes?
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undertake relevant education, training, supervised experience, consultation or study-if not can revoke license
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What is the minimum requirement for supervision time?
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1 hour per week face-to-face supervision for every week applicant practices psychology
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What amount of time on the one year of supervised experience must be in the provision of direct health services?
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at least 25% must be direct services of patients seeking assessment or treatmentup to 25% may be comprised of research activities
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How long before applicant psychologist has to file a change in supervision contract?
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30 days from change and within 30 after receiving written notification from the Board
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How many license or license eligible psychologists are required to be on training site for year of supervised health services experience?
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2 as supervisors with ongoing contact
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What evidence may the Board require for re-specialization?
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professional workshops and inservice training, specialized supervision, additional practice and internship experience, and formal graduate level re-training
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What target behaviors or symptoms need to be supervised for a psychological associate?
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adjustment difficulties, adhd, sexual difficulties, aggression, somatizatio, anxiety, self-injurious behavior, substance use, antisocial behavior, conduct disturbances, etc.-supervision is required regardless of whether the behavior or symptoms meet the criteria for formal diagnosis
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How long must supervisor keep records of supervision?
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at least 7 years from date of last session of supervision orif legal or ethical matters pending keep the records indefinately
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How long must psychologist keep complete record?
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7 years from date of last provision of services or3 years from the date of the attainment of majority age or 7 years from last provision of services-whichever is longer
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What is required of employment and supervision of unlicensed individuals?
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1)maintain documentation of relationship and date when relationship initiated2) responsibilities of both parities3)maintain documentation for 7 years after termination of relationship
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What is required of psychologist to document when training for providing ancillary services?
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dates on which training occurredpurpose of trainingidentity of individuls providing the trainingtotal number of hours training for each date
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How long must applicants be supervised?
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until passed the examinationbeen notified of resultscompleted supervision requirements and been informed by board of permanent status
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What is the purpose of continuing education?
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provide for the continuing professional education of all psychologists licensed by NC Psychology Boardcompliance is a condition of license renewal
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What happens if don't pass state examination?
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licensure is denied
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Who investigates complaints filed with the Board?
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preliminary review by Executive Directionthen assigned to a Staff Psychologist/Investigator
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How many people sit on psychology board and who appoints them?
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7 peopleappointed by Governor
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What happens when a school psychologist wants to become a psychological associate?
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person is not required to comply with the supervision requirements otherwise applicable to licensed psychological associates but must comply with all other requirements
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How long can a psychologist licensed in another state practice in NC?
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5 days in a yearcomply with supervision requirementsnotify the board in writing of intent to practice
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What are the requirements of supervision of employees of ancillary services?
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1)psychologist must be accessible2)meet with all unlicensed individuals whom they supervise to the extent necessary to provide supervision3)must document supervisory sessions including dates, appointment times, and length of time of each supervisory session and keep for a period of 7 years after termination of ancillary services
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What is a senior psychologist?
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someone who has achieved longevity in the practice of psychology and has demonstrated exemplary professional behavior over the course of his/her career
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What are the requirements for one year of supervised experience in a training program for psychologists?
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1)planned and directed program in practice of psychology2)training site shall have a written statement which describes trianing program3)trainees designated as interns, fellows or residents or other name to designate training status4)training shall be completed within a consective period of 24 months5)consist of at least 1500 hours of practice in psychology6)minimum of 2 doctorally trained licensed or license eligible psychologists at training site as supervisors with ongoing contact7)under direction of a licensed or license eligible psychologist who approve and monitor trianing and have ongoing contact with trainee and assume responsibility for the quality8)minimum of 2 hours per week of individual face-to-face discussion of trainees practic, at least 50% of supervision shall be provided by licensed or license eligible doctorally trained psychologists9)minimum of 2 hours per week of instruction including group supervision, assigned reading, seminars, etc.
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What other options does the board have other than denial or suspension of licensure?
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formally reprimand or censure personplace on probation with conditionsrequire examination, remediation, or treatment by professionalrequire supervision for services providedlimit or circumscribe practice of psychologydiscipline and impose any appropriate combination above
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How long must the person appointed to the board be involved in psychology?
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5 years engaged in one or more branches of psychology or education and training of psychologists or psychological researchprior 2 years mostly conducted in the state
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What are the requirements for health services provider psychologists?
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2 years of acceptable supervised health services experience with at least one year as postdoctoral
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How is a complaint investigated?
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the investigator assigned is responsible for determing the specific manner in which to proceed with general direction from the Board
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When is it okay to have a familial/very personal relationship with supervisor?
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require documentation to the Board that no other supervision is available and reference letters from colleagues commenting on the appropriateness of proposed supervisory relationship
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How long must you keep documentation of continuing education hours?
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documentation/certificate for a minimum of 7 years1)date of program2)number of contact hours3)name of sponsor of program4)title of program5)location of programFor category B-all above plus4)name of presenter, facilitator7)full citation of article8)summary of content
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When would psychologist be required to keep the complete record indefinately?
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when there are legal or ethical matters pending or any other compelling circumstances
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What is the nature of supervision?
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process to assure that an appropriate professional standard is being applied to the solution of a client's problem and the laws that govern the practice and ethics are understood and followednot for introductory training in additional skills, methods or interventions
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When is a psychologist not required to supervise ancillary services personnel?
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when only performing clerical functions
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How long and how often psychological associates need supervision?
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no longer than 2 hours or less than 30 minutes minimum of 1 hour per month for any month that associate engages in psychological activity
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What is the passing point for the state examination?
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78%
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When is an oral examination required?
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when proof that person has engaged in any prohibited actions
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Who can receive psychological services?
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individuals families, groups, and the public
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What activities are not included as continuing education hours?
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business meetings or presentations concerned with managementmembership, office, or participation on boards, committees of professional organizationsresearchteaching, presentations, and publications except as allowed as self-studypersonal psychotherapy
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What is the late fee for renewal of license?
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$25.00
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What is included in Category A continuing education hours?
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courses, seminars, workshops, symposiums, and postdoctoral institutes or completion of on-line or correspondence coursesTopics-ethics and legal in psychologymaintenance and upgrading of professional skills and competencies (e.g. training in empirically supported treatments)
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How frequently may an applicant retake an exam?
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no more than 4 times in a 12 month period and no more frequently than every 60 days upon letter of notificationafter failing the 4th time or after 12 months an applicant must reapply for licensure
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What happens if licensee misses the renewal date?
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must pay a feeBoard may require applicant to file new application, furnish new reports etc
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How many semester hours are required at the licensed psychologist level?
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minimum of 60 semester hours
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When can an applicant for a licensed psychologist be granted a license as a psychological associate
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meeting all the requirements except passing the examination at the licensed psychologist level and instead passing at the licensed psychological associate level
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What can the board do if suspect person is physically or mentally incapable of practicing?
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petition a court to order person in question to submit to evaluation to determine physcial or psychological status
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What is the minimum amount of supervision for a psychologist?
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one hour per week of face-to-face supervision
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When is supervision not required for psychological associate?
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neuropsychological screening and interviewing and observation leading to simple behavioral descriptionsinitial screening interviewsadjective checklistsbehavior rating scalesand other rating devices easily scored by other professionsbiofeedbackwhen associate uses nonclinical, non-therapy, non-punitive, non-intrusive, non-experimental techniques-to teach or facilitate new behaviors in the absence of maladaptive behaviorsemployee of dept of public instruction whose professional activities are limited only to those employed by agency
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What is level 2 supervision for a psychological associate?
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minimum of 3 years and at least 4500 hours of post-lic practice, less intense supervision-1 hour for every 20 hours practice up to 2 hours a monthmust be approved by boarddocument all performance ratings for past 3 years and hourshave at least one calendar year of supervision from most recent supervisorhave recommendation from recent supervisor for level of supervision
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What happens if there is probable cause of a violation?
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staff issues a statement of charges where the allegations are clearly set forth respondent is offered the opportunity to have a hearing
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Where must the health services provider certificate be displayed?
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close proximity to a licensee's licensure certificate in prinicipal place of employment visible to clientele
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Are supervisors required to sign treatment plans, letter, or other clinical documents?
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nobut agencies are not precluded from requiring supervisor signatures
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What title may persons who provide ancillary services use?
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aide, assistant, behavioral, testing, technician, psychometrist,
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What is level 3 supervision for a psychological associate?
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minimum of 1 hour per month of supervisionafter minimum of 5 years and 7500 hours post-lic practicemust make application to boarddocument all performance ratings for past 5 years and 7500 hourshave received one year of supervision from recent supervisorrecommendation from most recent supervisor
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How soon must you provide documentation of continuing education after receiving written notification from the Board that proof of completion is required?
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30 days
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How soon must applicant file supervision report after termination or changes occur?
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report submitted within 30 of receiving written notification from the Boardand within 2 weeks of change/termination of supervision
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What is the cost of disciplinary action for a consent order?
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$300.00
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What are the criteria used to determine whether to investigate a complaint?
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1)does the Board have the authority with regar to the matter presented in complaint (subject is a psychologist licensed by Board and complaint relates to practice of psychology)2)does the complaint have merit on its face
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How are complaints filed with the Board?
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received rom the complaint/inquiry form and the board has the authority to initiate an investigation on its own without an outside complaint (when complaint may be in public domain)
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When can person be called psychologist without holding a license?
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teaching, research, or consultation that does not involve the delivery or supervision of direct psychological services to individuals or groupsalso includes expert testimony
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What is required of supervisee in supervision?
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1)attend scheduled sessions2)provide supervisor with disclosure of psychological services being offered by supervisee3)cooperate with the supervisor to determine nature and extent of which cases discussed and revealed supervisory relationship4)provide supervisor with information necessary to advise supervisee on cases5)notify Board if supervisor has behaved in unethical or illegal manner6)file revised supervision contract form within 30 days of chang in the conditions specified in contract on file with Board
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What is the fee for a hearing which results in disciplinary action?
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$300.00 per hour
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Who is not allowed to be hired to provide ancillary services?
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individuals who have been previously licensed or certified to practice psychology and have reliquished their licenses or those who have have their licenses or certifications restricted, suspended, or revoked by the Board or any other jurisdiction
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What are supervision requirements for licensed psychological associate?
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must be supervised while providing psychological and assessment services
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Who reviews the investigators' summary report?
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report is presented to a Probable Cause Committee of the Board which determines whether there is probable cause to believe that a legal and/dor ethical violation has occurred
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How long does an applicant have to notify the Board of changes in supervision contract?
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30 days of a change in conditions
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Does NC have any reciprocity agreements with any other jurisdictions?
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no
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What are the clinical populations that require supervision for a psychological associate?
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all interventions with clinical populations require supervision
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After license is denied or revoked, how long must applicant wait to reapply?
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one year from date of denial
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How many members of board does it take to make a quorum?
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4
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How can a person licensed in another jurisdiction become licensed in NC?
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make applicationpay requisite feehas license in good standinggraduate of an institution of higher educationpassed the examination
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How long is respondent of complaint given to respond?
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30 days
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What training is necessary for providing ancillary services?
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psychologist provide training in and establish that individual has knowledge and understanding of legal and ethical requirements for maintaining confidentiality including reporting of suspected abuse or neglect, and professional ethics
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What are the requirements for a senior psychlogist?
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1)licensed for 15 continuous years at doctoral level in one or more jurisdictions and practiced at least half time that time2)has had no disciplinary sanction during time licensed3)has not unresolved complaint in any jurisdiction at time of application4)passess NC written exam
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Can members of the board be compensated for their services?
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noonly compensation for necessary expenses incurred in the performance of duties for the board
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What are the appropriate services/activities for ancillary services personnel?
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(1)clerical functions requiring a minimum of judgement (responding to elephone inquiries, scheduling appointments, filing insurance claims, typing psychological reports, and completing data entry of test results after a patient has responded)2)tasks requiring technical skills, trianing, and judgement (obtaining demographic histories, implementing biofeedback, administering and scoring spcific parts of spychological and neuropsychological tests, administering intelligence tests, and implementing specific behavioral interventions that are part of a detailed treatment plan)
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What are the procedures for denial, suspension, revocation, etc of license?
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Board provide opportunity for hearing
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What should be included in nature of supervision?
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1)ethical, legal, and professional standards2)technical skills and competency3)supervisee's utilization of supervision4)supervisee's ability to function independently or with reduced supervision
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Who is an approved supervisor?
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licensed psychologistlicensed psychologist licensed in another jurisdiction where the supervisee is praciticing
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What is a statewide psychologist privilege license?
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a license to pay for such a license a tax of $50.0 annually for practicing in the art of healing
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What does the statute on right to choose say?
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insurance plans covering services within the scope of practice of a duly licensed psychologist shall permit the insured to choose the provider and shall provide payment of or reimbursement for such care or service
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What is the consequence of not providng ancillary personnel with adequate training and supervision?
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psychologist is subject to disciplinary action
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What happens if applicant does not take the exam when scheduled?
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applicant is deemed to have failed
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What must be included in the case record?
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presenting problems, diagnosis or purposefees, dates of services, and chargessummary content of each sessiontest results including basic test datacopies of all reports prepared
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What is the fee for a temporary license?
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$35.00
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What is required of education program for psychological associate?
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1)identified as psychology program2)maintain primary responsibility for core and specialty areas3)identifiable body of students in residence4)identifiable full-time psychology faculty in residence sufficient in size5)psychologist responsible for applicant's program as head of program or major professor6)should have an identifiable curriculum track wherein course sequences are identified7)minimum of 1 year full-time graduate study (30 semester hours)8)include internship9)minimum of 45 semester hours of graduate study in standard psychology courses with not more than 6 hours for internship/practicum and no more than 6 hours for thesis/dissertation
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Can a person who is not licensed represent themselves as a psychologist or offer to practice psychology?
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no
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