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Pennsylvania Psychology Board Act 52 Quiz
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1In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the purpose of Act 52, otherwise known as the Professional Psychologists Practice Act, is to:
- AProvide for licensing of psychologists
- BMake certain acts illegal
- CProvide penalties for committing illegal acts
- DAll of the above
2(Section 2) The practice of psychology is NOT defined as:
- AMeasuring and testing, consisting of psychological assessment and evaluation of groups of individuals
- BPsychological methods, consisting of the application of highly developed skills, techniques, and methods
- CPsychological consulting, consisting of interpreting or reporting scientific fact, expert opinion, or research
- DBeing awesome
3(Section 3) Liam is a first year Psy.D. student. He does not have a license. Can he lawfully describe himself or his services with the words "psychological," "psychologist," or "psychology?"
- AYes, it is lawful to do so.
- BNo, it is unlawful to do so.
- CDepends. It is lawful if he clearly indicates his training status, with phrases like "psychology intern" or "psychology trainee."
4(Section 3) In the state of PA, Ileana is licensed to practice in the healing arts. She is exempt from the provisions of Act 52.
- ATrue
- BFalse
5(Section 3) Nothing in Act 52 shall be constructed to prevent or limit qualified members of other professions, such as:
- AClergy and pastoral counselors
- BAn experimental researcher at a industrial firm, whose work contributes to scientific principles of psychology
- CA school psychologist, certified by the Department of Education, performing in private practice those acts which he/she is permitted to perform in public or private schools
- DAll of the above
6(Section 3.1) How many members are on the State Board of Psychology?
- A12
- B20
- C9
- D5
7(Section 3.1) Hlengiwe is a citizen of the United States and has been a resident in the Commonwealth for one year. She is allowed to be a member of the State Board.
- ATrue
- BFalse
8(Section 3.1) The Commissioner of Professional and Occupational Affairs serves on the State Board.
- ATrue
- BFalse
9(Section 3.1) How many members are appointed on the Board as representatives of the public at large?
- A1
- B2
- C3
- D4
10(Section 3.1) How many members are appointed to the Board with current valid licenses to practice psychology in PA?
- A2
- B4
- C6
- D8
11(Section 3.1) No member, public or private, can serve on the Board more than two consecutive terms.
- ATrue
- BFalse
12(Section 3.1) The length of term for each professional and public member of the Board is ___ years or until a successor has been appointed.
- A2
- B4
- C6
- D8
13(Section 3.1) The position of __________ need NOT be selected from among members of the Board.
- AChairman
- BVice Chairman
- CSecretary
- DCommissioner
14(Section 3.1) Along with traveling, hotel, and other necessary expenses, how much money does each member of the Board, except the Commissioner, receive per diem (when actually attending to the work of the Board)?
- A$30
- B$40
- C$50
- D$60
15(Section 3.1) A public member of the Board who fails to attend to _____ consecutive statutorily mandated training seminars, without written request or a valid excuse, may be required to forfeit his/her seat.
- A1
- B2
- C3
- D4
16(Section 3.1) Every year, how many times does the Board meet to conduct business?
- A5
- B6
- C8
- D10
17(Section 3.2) The Board possesses the power to? Check all that apply.
- AEmploy a professional credentials evaluator to review applications
- BExamine, deny, or revoke licenses
- CConduct hearings concerning violations
- DWaive examination and grant a license in exceptional cases
18(Section 3.3) All fees, fines, and civil penalties imposed in accordance with the Regulatory Review Act shall be paid into what account?
- AProfessional Licensure Augmentation Account
- BCommissioner Account
- CBoard Fund
- DProfessional and Occupational Affairs Account
19(Section 3.4) How often does the Board submit to the Department of State an estimate of its financial expenses and requirements?
- AMonthly
- BBiannually
- CAnnually
- DBiennially (i.e. every two years)
20(Section 3.4) The Board shall submit annually to the House and Senate Appropriation Committees, how many days after the Governor has submitted his budget to the General Assembly?
- A10
- B15
- C20
- D12
21(Section 3.4) The Board shall submit annually a report to the Professional Licensure Committee of the House of Representatives and to the Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee of the Senate. The report will contain:
- ADescription of the types of complaints received
- BStatus of cases
- CLength of time from the initial complaint to final board resolution
- DAll of the above
22(Section 6) The Board can deny a license application if an applicant:
- ADemonstrates poor moral character
- BDid not pay all the appropriate fees
- CIs convicted of a felony in the state PA,, five years ago
- DAll of the above
23(Section 6) If an applicant knowingly and willfully makes a false statement in his/her application, he/she can be subject to prosecution for what?
- AMurder
- BPerjury
- CMalingering
- DDeceit
24(Section 8) The Board may temporarily suspend a license, without a hearing, under what circumstances?
- AImmediate and clear danger to public health and safety
- BPoor moral character
- CFailure to pay appropriate fees
- DSexual intimacies with a client
25(Section 8.1) When should disciplinary actions taken in any other state, territory, or county be reported to the Board?
- AOn the biennial registration application
- BWithin 90 days of the disposition
- CWithin 30 days of the disposition
- DEither on the registration application or after the disposition, whichever is sooner
26(Section 11) Brendan has been engaging in the practice of psychology, with an invalid expired license. He is subject to civil or criminal penalty, which may include imprisonment.
- ATrue
- BFalse
27(Section 11.1) The Board can subpoena patient records without the consent of the patient.
- ATrue
- BFalse
28(Section 12) Any person who holds a valid license in another state is required by the Board to re-take the examination to gain a PA license, no matter the circumstance.
- ATrue
- BFalse
29(Section 15) Continuing education credits are a condition of biennial license renewal. What location is no credit granted?
- AOffice management or practice building
- BAccredited university
- CSymposium
- DWorkshop or conference
30(Section 16) Blessy's license has been revoked. She may apply for reinstatement after a period of at least how many years?
- A2
- B4
- C5
- D10
31(Section 18) Impaired professionals may be enrolled or subject to what?
- AApproved treatment program, licensed by the Department of Health
- BPsychological counseling and support groups
- CImmediate investigation and disciplinary proceeding
- DAll of the above
32(Section 18) Any hospital, health care facility, peer, or colleague who fails to report a professional who has an active addiction for which the professional is not receiving treatment, is diverting a controlled substance, or is incompetent to carry out his or her duties is subject to:
- ANothing, they are immune to civil or criminal liability
- BFines not to exceed one thousand dollars
- CFines not to exceed two thousand dollars
- DImprisonment
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