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Inquiries, Complaints and Reports Committee (ICRC)
ICRC Report March 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024. More >>>
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Discipline Committee Report
Discipline Committee Report March 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024 More >>>
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Changes to the Register
The College would like to congratulate those Psychologist, Psychological Associate and Behaviour Analyst registrants who have received Certificates of Registration since April 2024. More >>>
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Call for Interest: Behaviour Analysts to Serve on College Committees 2024-2025
The College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario is the governing body for psychological and applied behaviour analysis (ABA) practitioners, Psychologists, Psychological Associates and Behaviour Analysts, in Ontario. The College’s mandate is to protect the public interest by monitoring and regulating the practice of psychology and ABA. Through the participation […] More >>>
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Proclamation of the Psychology and Applied Behaviour Analysis Act, 2021
[TORONTO, June 27, 2024] – On July 1, 2024, the province of Ontario will have reached a significant milestone as the Psychology and Applied Behaviour Analysis Act, 2021 is proclaimed into law. The Act signifies a culmination of efforts towards ensuring greater access to ABA services and the assurance of […] More >>>
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ACPRO Statement on Professionalism and Intellectual Humility
The Association of Canadian Psychology Regulatory Organizations (ACPRO) has recently issued a Statement on Professionalism and Intellectual Humility. The College invites its members to read and reflect on this important statement. Read full statement here. More >>>
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Council Meeting June 14, 2024
The next meeting of the College Council will be held on Friday, June 14, 2024. The Agenda and Materials are available below. This meeting will be held virtually through YouTube. To watch please click here. More >>>
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Launch of the Jurisprudence and Ethics Course and Assessment in Applied Behaviour Analysis (JECAABA)
The College of Psychologists of Ontario, soon to be renamed the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario, has reached another milestone in the lead up to regulation of Behaviour Analysts. The Jurisprudence and Ethics Course and Assessment in Applied Behaviour Analysis (JECAABA), a requirement for registration as a […] More >>>
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Approved Amended By-Laws Effective July 1, 2024
In preparation for proclamation of the Psychology and Applied Behaviour Analysis Act, 2021, the College has amended its By-laws to now include the profession of applied behaviour analysis and the regulation of Behaviour Analysts. On March 21, 2024, the Council has approved the amended By-laws during its meeting and will […] More >>>
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College office closed for Victoria Day
The College of Psychologists will be closed Monday, May 20 for Victoria Day. We will reopen at 9am on Tuesday, May 21. Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable long weekend. More >>>
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Approved Standards of Professional Conduct Effective July 1, 2024
We are pleased to let you know that on May 8th, the College Council approved a new version of the Standards of Professional Conduct. The Standards, which are applicable to members registered as Behaviour Analysts, Psychologists and Psychological Associates, will come into force on July 1, 2024, the same day as […] More >>>
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President’s Message
I am writing this, my final president’s message, while participating in the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards’ (ASPPB) mid-year meeting in Boston, MA. In this meeting I’ve learned much about the high stakes entrance to practice exams, EPPP1 & 2; everything from item development, and testing to post-test evaluation and test security has been on the agenda. More >>>
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Registrar’s Message
I am pleased to provide you with an update on the exciting developments at the College. I begin this Registrar’s message with a focus on access to high-quality, evidence-based care. More >>>
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Zeitgeist – Creating More Accessible Practice
In 2022, the American Psychological Association published Guidelines for Assessment and Intervention with Persons with Disabilities. Disability was not a topic I had received training in during graduate school, on internship, or beyond. More >>>
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Preparing for Applied Behavour Analysis (ABA) Regulation Update
The College has reached another major milestone for welcoming Behaviour Analysts into what will be the new College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. On April 2, 2024, pre-registration opened for Behaviour Analysts applying via Transitional Routes 1 and 2. More >>>
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Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Update
The College remains committed to the principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and to incorporating EDI into all aspects of the College’s work and its regulatory processes and encouraging the same within the larger profession. More >>>
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Quality Assurance Update
During the third quarter, of this fiscal year, the Quality Assurance Committee has continued its review of the Quality Assurance Program and further considered long-term changes that will better assist registrants in maintaining their professional knowledge, skill and judgment. More >>>