Article archive / October 1, 2011
Originally published: . Volume 3, No. 2. Source pages: 8.
Oral Examination Committee: Dr. Young assigned Dr. Culross as Chair and Dr. Zimmermann as Vice Chair of the Oral Examination Committee for 2011-2012. A discussion was held about the jurisprudence exam. Dr. Young suggested updating the case vignettes and adding the item to the Long Range Planning meeting.
Legislative Coordinator: The Board discussed the promulgation of rules regarding SB268.
Continuing Education: Dr. Young assigned Dr. Culross as Chair and Dr. Zimmerman as Vice Chair of the Legislative Coordinator Committee for 2011-2012. Dr. Young reported that the he was awaiting the MOCAL information from ASPPB. The Board discussed the LSBEP 2011 Renewal Survey results and considered facilitating workshops in particular areas.
Supervision Credential Review: Dr. Young assigned Dr. Culross as Chair and Dr. Zimmerman as Vice Chair of the Supervision Credential Review Committee for 2011-2012. Dr. Young reported that the Board staff was working on updating file review forms to make them more efficient yet simpler for the Board members.
Complaints Committee: Ms. Parker addressed the Board regarding information received from the Ohio Board of Psychology and APA regarding Trudy Bond. Based on the information presented, the Board agreed not to pursue further action against Bond.
Sunset Review Committee: Drs. Young and Matthews reported that they will attend the September 10, 2011 LPA meeting for the purpose of gathering information regarding Sunset 2012.
Pre-doctoral Licensure: The Board reviewed a letter received from LPA President, Dr. Philip Griffin. Dr. Matthews agreed to gather and analyze information and report to the Board at its next meeting. Dr. Young agreed to draft a letter to Dr. Griffin.
ASPPB 2011 Annual Meeting: The Board unanimously approved Drs. Young, Culross and Matthews along with Ms. Parker to attend the 2011 Annual Meeting in October.
Renewals: Ms. Parker reported that the 2011 Renewal Season totals had been calculated. The total number of licensed psychologists in the state currently are 637, with 34 having Emeritus status. Ms. Parker also reported that 464 licensees renewed online and 194 renewed via paper renewal. Ms. Parker also reported on the problems experienced during the renewal season, including database issues. The Board agreed that it would be beneficial to incorporate online fillable forms, for the 2012 renewal season.
Audit 2011: Ms. Parker reported that the Board staff would begin the random audit of renewal files. The Board agreed that 10% of the files should be audited and the Supervision Credential Review committee should oversee the audit submissions.
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