On the Supervision tab, it says “in addition to your NSBEP supervisor” on each section. It’s not clear to be if this is a direction to include both our NSBEP supervisors and additional ones here or only additional ones and to indicate NSBEP somewhere else. I am not noticing another place for NSBEP supervisor, so am guessing it should be here? Should it just be indicated next to their name?
For this tab, NSRP is really wanting to know what workplace supervision and collegial supports the applicant will have in the work setting aside from the NSRP supervisor. Information pertaining to the NSRP supervision will be provided through the submission of the Supervisor’s Consent Form and CV that is provided separately from the online application […]
But anybody who was a Master’s level psychologist at the time of the changes would still be designated as Master’s level and not considered equivalent to PhD level?
To answer your question, no, a grandfathered person with a master’s degree who is placed on the Register of Psychologists would be given access to the same registration title as a psychologist with a doctoral degree. The registration titles used for those on the Register of Psychologists are Psychologist, Registered Psychologist or R.Psych. If grandfathered, […]
I have recently been told that I can complete a number of Masters level Psychology programs outside of Nova Scotia (if need be) and return to the province to register. Are you able to tell me which programs would be accredited, or if not, could you please tell me where I would find such information? The schools themselves have not been able to say ‘yes, you can attend and then register in N.S.’ and I want to ensure I apply for applicable programs.
Below I have provided the criteria and registration requirements that one would need to follow to become registered with the NSRP. These have been prepared for potential registrants. They can be reviewed via the following URL: https://www.ns-rp.ca/downloads/Registration_Requirements_Regular.pdf For more information about acceptable programs, please also see the below document which has been developed by NSRP. […]
I have a question regarding supervision during your candidate registrar year that I was unable to answer in exploring your website documents. I am currently finishing my residency year in Ontario, and will move back to Nova Scotia to apply as a candidate registrar psychologist this September 2021. My understanding is that I need to have a supervisor during that year that I meet with at least 2 hours a month.
I am looking to declare competency in two areas: Clinical and Neuropsychology (adults, for both). My PhD training was in Dalhousie’s clinical psychology program, where ~50% of my practicum hours were neuropsychology and the other ~50% were clinical. Currently, I am completing a largely neuropsychology residency program here at St. Joseph’s Healthcare (~70% neuropsychology; ~30% clinical). I am currently trying to secure two 50% jobs during my candidate registrar year – one clinical and one neuropsych – to ensure I am working in both and can declare competency in both. My plan was to find a clinical psychology supervisor, as that is the domain where I am receiving less supervision during my residency year.
In talking to others who have registered in neuropsychology in Nova Scotia, they were concerned that I would be required to have a neuropsychology supervisor in order to declare competency in that area. I could not find guidance to this on your website, or anything stating you were required to have 1 supervisor for each area of competency you are interested in declaring (unless it is a new area you are not trained/working in, and you need a learning plan, etc). I would appreciate your thoughts on my current situation.
The NSRP’s Registration Subcommittee will review the application and make a decision on the declared practice areas. Then, if the decision is to approve both the clinical psychology and clinical neuropsychology practice areas, the NSRP will want to ensure that both practice areas are covered. In such a case, NSRP would expect one to have […]
ACPRO CGFNS follow-up
As mentioned, I wanted to be careful with this one as she represents our first time going through the process as well. I also appreciate that we don’t want to get in between the organization and this individual. The Registrar and I chatted and we thought maybe because the applicant said it started in November […]
I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to inquire about what upgrading I would have to pursue to qualify for registry in the NSBEP. I am currently finishing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. I recently discovered that with this Master’s program my local hospital would not hire me. Therefore, I am interested in upgrading to assure that I have not obtained a degree that I am unable to use.
NSRP’s legislation does does not contain a bridging or upgrading option to convert a degree that does not meet the NSRP’s Criteria for Acceptable Degrees in Psychology (URL provided below). https://www.ns-rp.ca/downloads/Registration_Requirements_Regular.pdf The NSRP’s legislation requires one to possess an acceptable degrees in psychology from an institution approved by the NSRP. The NSRP does not have […]
I am currently a masters student who is studying counselling psychology at Western University. Upon completion of my masters, I wish to register as a psychologist in Nova Scotia. I am wondering what the rules and regulations are about this.
Quick facts about my situationn- Upon completion of my degree, I would have a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychologyn- My 8 month internship will be supervised 50/50 by a phd psychologist (for assessment) and by a masters level psychologist (for counselling)
To answer your question, NSRP requires the primary supervisor to be a psychologist. If the supervisors of your internship are psychologists, then the internship may meet all NSRP requirements. Please note, if you applying to NSRP for registration, then such information should be identified on the verification of practicum form with respect to the practicum.
I am planning on applying to several Masters of School Psychology programs for Fall 2022 admission. I am originally from Nova Scotia; however, I completed my undergraduate psychology degree in Calgary where I currently reside and work. I am interested in being able to work both in Nova Scotia and Alberta in the future. I would like to apply to Mount Saint Vincent’s M.A. (School Psychology) program as well as the University of Calgary’s School Psychology programs (there is both a course-based and thesis-based route). From my understanding, the M.A. (School Psychology) program at MSVU would meet the requirements to register with the NSBEP (please correct me if this is false!). However, I am unsure whether the programs offered at the University of Calgary would be eligible for registration with the NSBEP? It would be wonderful to clarify this as I would really like to keep the doors open to working in Nova Scotia one day.
My specific questions are:Would the University of Calgary’s School and Applied Child Psychology Master of Science (MSc) Thesis-based program allow individuals to register with the NSBEP? (https://grad.ucalgary.ca/future-students/explore-programs/school-and-applied-psychology-msc-thesis)
Would the University of Calgary’s School and Applied Child Psychology Master of Education (MEd) Course-based program allow individuals to register with the NSBEP? (https://grad.ucalgary.ca/future-students/explore-programs/school-and-applied-psychology-med-course)
If I were to register with the College of Alberta Psychologists as a registered Psychologist, would that automatically guarantee eligibility to register with the NSBEP, or would I have to be re-assessed according to the NSBEP’s criteria?If I were to acquire a M.ED but am not eligible to register with the NSBEP, would I be able to work in some capacity as a School Psychologist in Nova Scotia?I apologize if this information is listed elsewhere. I have tried looking at the FAQ pages, however, I had difficulties finding information about eligibility of specific programs outside of Nova Scotia and whether or not they might meet the requirements of the NSBEP.
My specific questions are:Would the University of Calgary’s School and Applied Child Psychology Master of Science (MSc) Thesis-based program allow individuals to register with the NSRP? (https://grad.ucalgary.ca/future-students/explore-programs/school-and-applied-psychology-msc-thesis) Probably. But one would need to review the NSRP criteria for acceptable degrees to be certain. https://www.ns-rp.ca/downloads/Registration_Requirements_Regular.pdf nWould the University of Calgary’s School and Applied Child Psychology Master of Education (MEd) […]
I have received an offer of acceptance for Concordia University of Edmonton’s Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology program for Fall 2021. This is the first year for the program, so it is not yet accredited, but it seems to follow CPA guidelines and is similar to other PsyD programs in Canada (a five-year program requiring 123 credit hours, including dissertation credits and a year-long (1,600-hour) internship/clinical residency).
My plan is to practice in Nova Scotia as a Clinical Psychologist after completing the program, so before accepting my offer I wanted to confirm that the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology recognizes their program. I have attached a link to the program’s website for reference. Thank you.
https://concordia.ab.ca/faculty-arts/graduate-programs/psyd/
As NSRP has not yet examined any applicants with completed applications from the Program, the NSRP is unable to preapprove the program. However, from the information available about the program from the university’s website, we did not see any deficiencies. You are welcome to review below referenced document from NSRP that discusses approved programs and […]
I am a Canadian (east coaster actually), now a dual CAN/UK Citizen currently living in England. I have completed my doctorate in clinical psychology in the UK and have been working a number of years as a clinical psychologist over here. I am considering opportunities back in Canada and I was wondering what the best process would be to support a transition back into some work in Canada given that I have trained in the UK. I am not sure whether there would be someone to make an appointment with to discuss the process that I would be required to go through to access registration or whether you have rather straight forward guidance in this regards? I would accept either with gratitude.
A couple of questions that come to mind are:A)Can I apply/accept jobs in Canada prior to being accepted on the register?B)Can I apply for and maintain my status on the register while still living in the UK or do I have to be resident in Canada to do so?C)Can I be registered in more than one province at a time as I hope to do some work in NB also?D) If registered can I work remotely in Canada from the UK or are there policies preventing this?
To answer your question, if your degree/s were obtained from an International Institution and you wish to register with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Psychology (NSRP) here is a brief outline of the process:* You must complete the online application process for international applicants with ACPRO and request that ACPRO forward your completed application package […]
