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The "Board" means |
The "State Board of Examiners of Psychologists." |
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Neuropsychology means |
the subspecialty of psychology concerned with the relationship between the brain and behavior.
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To "practice psychology" means |
to render, for a fee, the application of recognized principles, methods, and/or proceedures of the science and profession of psychology. |
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If you take a psychopharm program in GA will you be able to rx meds under your license? |
NO, GA states "nothing should be construed as permitting the administration or prescription of drugs or in any way infringing on the practice of medicine." |
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What is the composition of the board? |
5 psychologists 1 public member
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How long do board member serve? |
They serve for 5 years and until they are replaced by the Governer. |
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How appoints the board members? |
The governor |
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When board members join the board they take an _____ and are given a _______. |
Oath of office and given a Certificate of Appointment. IMMEDIATELY before they begin their duties. |
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How often are the president and vice president elected? |
Annually |
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How many times does the board meet, and how can they be brought together for additional meetings? |
They must meet one time / year.
They will meet more often if the president call for a meeting or if two members request it in writing. |
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To what extent can the board act to enforce Chapter 43-39 on the Professional Business of Psychology? What limitations are there? |
The Division Director is the that can aid in the prosecuting attorney, under the direction of the board, should an individual violate these provisions.
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Can you practice Psychology without a license in GA?
What are the risks of not getting a license? |
No, even if you are doing volunteer work you must have a license from the board.
You can be fined and an enjoinment place to prevent you from continuing.
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What are the exceptions for not needed to get a license to practice in GA. |
EXCEPTIONS:
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What are the types of applications that the board accepts for licensure |
Licensure by exam and licensure by endorsment. |
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What types of licenses are offered in GA |
Full licensure and Provisional licensure |
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What must a person have completed to apply for licensure by exam? |
Evidences that they - have good moral character - have completed requirements for a Doc Degree in applied psychology (clinical, counseling, I/O, or school) from an accredited ed institution - Or, completed a retraining program - Has had two years of experience in psyc - Shows competence as demonstrated by written and oral exams. - Has not failed a GA exam in the last 6 months. |
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Under what conditions can the board refuse to grant or renew a license? |
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What can the board require if the applicant or licensee is incapacitated due to substance use or mental disorder? |
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Can the board suspend / revoke or refuse a license on the grounds of lack of good moral character without having a hearing that is prosided over by the board or it's hearing officer? |
No, in the situation of "good moral character" the board must have a hearing. |
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What are the restrictions on a temporary license? |
None, it has the weight of a full license, but will expire within one year of issuance unless the person completes the GA exams. |
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What happens if a provider fails one of the GA exams while on temporary licensure status? |
Their license is revoked. |
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When is a provisional license granted? |
When an individual has met all requirements for licensure in GA except the last 2 months of their post-doc SWE and the GA oral exam.
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How long does a provisional license last before it must be turned into permanent? |
24 months. |
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Are provisional and temporary licenses renewable? |
No |
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Priviledged communications means |
the communications have the same basis as the communications between an attorney and client. |
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What is the difference between confidential and priviledged communication |
Confidential implies the ethical requirement to maintain privacy
Priviledged convey the legal support for the communication by GA law. |
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Who can use the title "Psychologist"? |
Only licensed providers: thought, as noted above, other can practice in the field of psychology such as school psychologists and researcher but they do not use the title or imply that they are practicing psychology. |
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What will happen if you are caught (in GA) providing services in the business of psychology without being licensed in GA? |
The board will enjoin (be prohibited from performing) to not practice, and can be fined between $100 and $1000 dollars or imprisoned for up to 12 months. |
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Can a board member, or other licensed psychologist, testifying against an individual be sued? |
NO, so long as they did so in "good faith."
written... "shall be immune from civil and criminal liability." |