What is the primary focus of the Board when evaluating applicants?

The primary focus of the Board when evaluating applicants is on qualifications and fitness. This encompasses various aspects of an applicant's background, including their education, training, licensure, and overall suitability to practice psychology. The Board aims to ensure that individuals entering the profession not only possess the necessary technical knowledge but also demonstrate ethical standards, personal integrity, and the capacity to engage in professional practice safely and effectively.

Qualifications and fitness are critical because they help safeguard the public by ensuring that only those who meet the established standards are granted licensure to practice. This evaluation process considers whether the candidate has the competencies required to provide psychological services and whether they can adhere to the relevant professional conduct standards.

While aspects such as technical skills, past work experience, and community involvement may play roles in the overall professional profile of an applicant, the Board's primary concern remains ensuring that individuals are adequately qualified and fit for the profession as a whole to protect the welfare of clients and the integrity of the profession.