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Pennsylvania Psychology Board Act 52 Quiz

Question 1 of 32

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In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the purpose of Act 52, otherwise known as the Professional Psychologists Practice Act, is to:

Select one of the following:

  • Provide for licensing of psychologists

  • Make certain acts illegal

  • Provide penalties for committing illegal acts

  • All of the above

Explanation

Question 2 of 32

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(Section 2) The practice of psychology is NOT defined as:

Select one of the following:

  • Measuring and testing, consisting of psychological assessment and evaluation of groups of individuals

  • Psychological methods, consisting of the application of highly developed skills, techniques, and methods

  • Psychological consulting, consisting of interpreting or reporting scientific fact, expert opinion, or research

  • Being awesome

Explanation

Question 3 of 32

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(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?"

Select one of the following:

  • Yes, it is lawful to do so.

  • No, it is unlawful to do so.

  • Depends. It is lawful if he clearly indicates his training status, with phrases like "psychology intern" or "psychology trainee."

Explanation

Question 4 of 32

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(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.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 5 of 32

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(Section 3) Nothing in Act 52 shall be constructed to prevent or limit qualified members of other professions, such as:

Select one of the following:

  • Clergy and pastoral counselors

  • An experimental researcher at a industrial firm, whose work contributes to scientific principles of psychology

  • A 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

  • All of the above

Explanation

Question 6 of 32

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(Section 3.1) How many members are on the State Board of Psychology?

Select one of the following:

  • 12

  • 20

  • 9

  • 5

Explanation

Question 7 of 32

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(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.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 8 of 32

1

(Section 3.1) The Commissioner of Professional and Occupational Affairs serves on the State Board.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 9 of 32

1

(Section 3.1) How many members are appointed on the Board as representatives of the public at large?

Select one of the following:

  • 1

  • 2

  • 3

  • 4

Explanation

Question 10 of 32

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(Section 3.1) How many members are appointed to the Board with current valid licenses to practice psychology in PA?

Select one of the following:

  • 2

  • 4

  • 6

  • 8

Explanation

Question 11 of 32

1

(Section 3.1) No member, public or private, can serve on the Board more than two consecutive terms.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 12 of 32

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(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.

Select one of the following:

  • 2

  • 4

  • 6

  • 8

Explanation

Question 13 of 32

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(Section 3.1) The position of __________ need NOT be selected from among members of the Board.

Select one of the following:

  • Chairman

  • Vice Chairman

  • Secretary

  • Commissioner

Explanation

Question 14 of 32

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(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)?

Select one of the following:

  • $30

  • $40

  • $50

  • $60

Explanation

Question 15 of 32

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(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.

Select one of the following:

  • 1

  • 2

  • 3

  • 4

Explanation

Question 16 of 32

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(Section 3.1) Every year, how many times does the Board meet to conduct business?

Select one of the following:

  • 5

  • 6

  • 8

  • 10

Explanation

Question 17 of 32

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(Section 3.2) The Board possesses the power to? Check all that apply.

Select one or more of the following:

  • Employ a professional credentials evaluator to review applications

  • Examine, deny, or revoke licenses

  • Conduct hearings concerning violations

  • Waive examination and grant a license in exceptional cases

Explanation

Question 18 of 32

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(Section 3.3) All fees, fines, and civil penalties imposed in accordance with the Regulatory Review Act shall be paid into what account?

Select one of the following:

  • Professional Licensure Augmentation Account

  • Commissioner Account

  • Board Fund

  • Professional and Occupational Affairs Account

Explanation

Question 19 of 32

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(Section 3.4) How often does the Board submit to the Department of State an estimate of its financial expenses and requirements?

Select one of the following:

  • Monthly

  • Biannually

  • Annually

  • Biennially (i.e. every two years)

Explanation

Question 20 of 32

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(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?

Select one of the following:

  • 10

  • 15

  • 20

  • 12

Explanation

Question 21 of 32

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(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:

Select one of the following:

  • Description of the types of complaints received

  • Status of cases

  • Length of time from the initial complaint to final board resolution

  • All of the above

Explanation

Question 22 of 32

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(Section 6) The Board can deny a license application if an applicant:

Select one of the following:

  • Demonstrates poor moral character

  • Did not pay all the appropriate fees

  • Is convicted of a felony in the state PA,, five years ago

  • All of the above

Explanation

Question 23 of 32

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(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?

Select one of the following:

  • Murder

  • Perjury

  • Malingering

  • Deceit

Explanation

Question 24 of 32

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(Section 8) The Board may temporarily suspend a license, without a hearing, under what circumstances?

Select one of the following:

  • Immediate and clear danger to public health and safety

  • Poor moral character

  • Failure to pay appropriate fees

  • Sexual intimacies with a client

Explanation

Question 25 of 32

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(Section 8.1) When should disciplinary actions taken in any other state, territory, or county be reported to the Board?

Select one of the following:

  • On the biennial registration application

  • Within 90 days of the disposition

  • Within 30 days of the disposition

  • Either on the registration application or after the disposition, whichever is sooner

Explanation

Question 26 of 32

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(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.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 27 of 32

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(Section 11.1) The Board can subpoena patient records without the consent of the patient.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 28 of 32

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(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.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 29 of 32

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(Section 15) Continuing education credits are a condition of biennial license renewal. What location is no credit granted?

Select one of the following:

  • Office management or practice building

  • Accredited university

  • Symposium

  • Workshop or conference

Explanation

Question 30 of 32

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(Section 16) Blessy's license has been revoked. She may apply for reinstatement after a period of at least how many years?

Select one of the following:

  • 2

  • 4

  • 5

  • 10

Explanation

Question 31 of 32

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(Section 18) Impaired professionals may be enrolled or subject to what?

Select one of the following:

  • Approved treatment program, licensed by the Department of Health

  • Psychological counseling and support groups

  • Immediate investigation and disciplinary proceeding

  • All of the above

Explanation

Question 32 of 32

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(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:

Select one of the following:

  • Nothing, they are immune to civil or criminal liability

  • Fines not to exceed one thousand dollars

  • Fines not to exceed two thousand dollars

  • Imprisonment

Explanation

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