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Myself personally, I’d probably stay away from even thinking about the notion of one being eligible to apply in this case. I say this because this simply means that the individual could apply to NSBEP, and it could be misleading interpretation as it would not be an actual commentary on the likelihood that she could be registered. I honestly don’t think I have adequate information to say whether her degree meets registration requirements, but from what she says, I am little skeptical (but I don’t know for sure yet). Did you see something or are you thinking this because she has school psychology registration in the US? If so, I can tell you that it works very differently in the US for school psychologists versus all other registration for psychologists in the US. It could be that someone would have an acceptable degree (according to NSBEP criteria) and obtains school psychology registration in the US, but it could be equally true that they might not. In fact, she has already taken one criterion out of the bunch, almost one of the first in the list, and already said it doesn’t meet that one. (Not sure if she looked beyond that one) I think she needs a more realistic perspective, that in this case, the whole point of applying is to first review all criteria in full and ask questions, (not sure if she got past the first criterion) then she could decide whether to apply and it’s really the Board who makes the determination. However, I have some suggested wording below.
With all that said, here is what you could say to her (thanks):Given that registration for school psychologists typically works very differently in the US for school psychologists, it could be that someone would have a degree that meets NSBEP requirements, but it could be equally true that they might not. As you can appreciate, the fact alone that one is registered as a school psychologist in the US does not guarantee that one would be eligible in NS. You have noted that your degree may not meet one criterion from the list, this particular criterion has two options: either the program required an undergraduate degree in psychology or required equivalent courses in psychology for admission to the program. Generally, NSBEP does not encounter a degree that fails to meet only one of these criteria and not at least one other. If that’s the case then the program would be declined.
However, in this regard, I have provided below the criteria and registration requirements that one would need to follow to become registered with the Board, which includes the requirements of the academic program. These have been prepared for potential registrants and it is important to carefully review each criterion, if you have not done so. They can be reviewed via the following URL: https://www.nsbep.org/downloads/Registration_Requirements_Regular.pdf
For more information about acceptable programs, please also see the below document which has been developed by NSBEP. Here you will also see information about the common reasons why programs would not be acceptable for registration.
https://www.nsbep.org/downloads/Acceptable_programs_NSBEP.pdf
Ultimately the Board must make a determination of whether a program meets its stated registration requirements, However, if you have questions about our criteria after reviewing the criteria in full, if you have not already done so, please let us know.
Yes, the Board has received the complaint and signed consent documents.
To answer your question regarding the timeline, please be advised that the process can take from 6 to 18 months from the time the complaint has been received to the time a decision is made by the Hearing Committee.
As to the status, I can tell you that it is on-going.
While the Board would be amendable to approving a second supervisor to complete a portion of NSBEP supervision for this work, it would be acceptable for another psychologist(s) to act as a mentor/consultant on this work. In this role, they would provide support on the activities you have outlined and supply regular feedback to your NSBEP Supervisor. This would ensure the NSBEP supervisor is kept up to date on this work.
I have consulted on your enquiry. The additional circumstances you have outlined would not be problematic, given the work would be done under the supervision of a psychologist and clients are informed of the arrangements (of course the individual would be careful not to identify as a psychologist until they are registered with NSBEP). The arrangement you outlined would be in keeping with professional standards and not raise concerns under the Psychologists Act. The Board does not differentiate the activities that can be done utilizing such an arrangement.
As a point of information, I would take this opportunity to draw your attention to the section “Work Prior to Registration” in the Information for Employers document, as you or your employer may find this information helpful in the future as well. You can obtain that document from the following URL:
https://www.nsbep.org/applicants/information-for-employers/
In response to your email, applicants would typically submit documents such the photo ID to CGFNS for evaluation, but there is no harm in providing the additional documentation that you noted. Once CGFNS has all documents and completes it process, then it will issue a report for the regulatory body in the jurisdiction where the applicant is applying.
We trust that you have previously examined the NSBEP criteria for acceptable degrees in psychology:
https://www.nsbep.org/downloads/Registration_Requirements_International.pdf
To answer your other questions:You can feel free to send an email to the Board documenting your work experience and I will add this to your application. You can provide any documentation for the NSBEP to review once CGFNS has completed its process and issues a report for NSBEP. NSBEP cannot review an application until the report from CGFNS is completed. Thank you for attaching the other documents, which will be added to your file at NSBEP.
Yes, international references are acceptable as long as they fulfill the requirements of the Board and have completed the reference form and forwarded these to NSBEP via email, fax or scan.
I have attached a list of Board approved volunteer supervisors which you can approach to see if they would be agreeable to acting as your supervisor.
She of course has to wait until the ACPRO portal process is completed before she can have her application reviewed by the NSBEP. However, she can submit what she likes at this point. It just won’t bypass the ACPRO process.
I checked the online application as mentioned and see that her CV, Core Competency document, and PHOTO ID were supplied in the online application.
International Applicants can still complete the regular application process online as they need to pay our fee and provide additional documentation she mentioned, She did not have to send the transcripts but I actually find it helpful that she did. Since we have not received a report for an actual application through the ACPRO portal process, I am not sure if they will supply the transcripts or just a written summary. I like the fact that they she did this.
I have revised your response below; however you did an excellent job with a brand new situation where they are now using the ACPRO portal process through CGFNS.
ACPRO will slow things down but this is the process that the Boards contractually agreed to follow so we are stuck with it.
NSBEP requirements are a master’s degree that is two years in duration.
To answer your question, the Board does not require its registrants to obtain consent if they intend to incorporate. There is nothing in our statute or policy which would prevent registered psychologists from incorporating their psychological practice.
Here is the link to the section of our website which talks about this:
https://www.nsbep.org/information-for-registrants/for-all-registrants/faq/#incorporationnPlease note – There are no regulations from the Board governing primary voting shareholder, director of the company of officer. No permit is required by the Board.
As well, the Board does not have to approve the name of the company.
Yes I would, but I appreciate your checking. Because I could easily see the person taking it out of context. Probably good to point out that they still couldn’t be registered until we had the check though, and this answer is based on the check being the only the only item outstanding. but the application could be reviewed and conditionally approved pending the check.
