Part B. Chapter 64B19, Florida
Administrative Code, Psychology
Discuss the different types of meetings and activities defined as "other business
involving the Board" for the purposes of Board member compensation under Section
456.011(4), F.S. - answer “Other business involving the Board" includes Board
meetings, meetings of committees of the Board, meetings with Department staff or
contractors at the Department or Board's request, meetings at the request of the
Department or the Board, probable cause panel meetings, meetings of the Association
of State and Provincial Psychology Boards or other relevant organizations attended at
the request of the Department or Board, and legislative or legislative committee
meetings.
What are the requirements for Board members' attendance at regularly scheduled
Board meetings according to rule 64B19-10.014? - answerBoard members must attend
all regularly scheduled Board meetings unless prevented by court order, subpoena,
court business, death of a family member, personal illness, or hospitalization of an
immediate family member. Absence from three consecutive meetings without an
excused reason constitutes an unexcused absence and a vacancy on the Board.
Define "family" and "immediate family" as per rule 64B19-10.014 regarding Board
members' attendance. - answer"Family" includes immediate family, nieces, nephews,
cousins, and in-laws. "Immediate family" includes spouse, child, parents, parents-in-law,
siblings, grandchildren, and grandparents.
How does the Board of Psychology facilitate public comment during its meetings
according to rule 64B19-10.015? - answerThe Board allows public comment on matters
before the Board after an agenda item is introduced. Public comments are limited to five
minutes, excluding responses to questions from the Board. The chair may extend this
time. Public members must notify the Board staff in writing of their interest to speak,
identify their stance, and designate a spokesperson for groups of three or more.
Speakers may use pseudonyms if they wish not to be identified.
Describe the two parts of the licensure examination for psychologists in Florida as per
rule 64B19-11.001. - answerThe first part of the examination is the Examination for
Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) developed by the Association of State and
Provincial Psychology Boards. The minimum passing score is the cut-off score provided
by the national examination provider, which is a scaled score of 500. The second part is
an examination consisting of forty objective questions testing knowledge of Florida
Statutes and rules relevant to the practice of psychology, with a required passing score
of thirty-two correct answers (80%).
,What are the specific subject areas and the number of questions covered in the second
part of the licensure examination for psychologists in Florida? - answerThe second part
of the licensure examination covers the following subjects and number of questions:
Chapter 490, F.S. (Psychological Services Act) - 9 questions, Section 90.503, F.S.
(Psychotherapist-patient privilege) - 1 question, Chapter 394, Part I, F.S. (Florida Mental
Health Act) - 7 questions, Chapter 415, F.S. (Protection From Abuse, Neglect, and
Exploitation) - 1 question, Chapter 64B19, F.A.C. (Board of Psychology) - 12 questions,
Chapter 456, F.S. (Health Professions and Occupations: General Provisions) - 8
questions, and Chapter 39, F.S. (Proceeding Relating to Children) - 2 questions.
Explain the conditions under which an applicant for licensure by examination in Florida
can be exempt from taking the EPPP according to rule 64B19-11.001. - answerAn
applicant can be exempt from taking the EPPP if they have taken the Association of
State and Provincial Psychology Boards' examination in another state and obtained a
score equal to or greater than the required score, which is a scaled score of 500.
What is the procedure for re-examination if a candidate fails one part of the licensure
examination according to rule 64B19-11.001? - answerIf a candidate fails one part of
the examination, they are only required to retake and pass that part. The application for
re-examination of the Florida laws and rules examination shall be made using the Re-
Examination Application for Psychology Laws and Rules Exam form DH-MQA 1221,
and for the EPPP using the Re-Examination Application for Psychology National Exam
form DH-MQA 1222. Upon notice of unsuccessful scores, the Board Office will send the
appropriate re-examination form to the applicant. A passing score on the Florida laws
and rules examination is valid for twenty-four months after the Board's notification letter.
What are the requirements for education and proof for U.S. and Canadian applicants
seeking licensure by examination according to rule 64B19-11.0035? - answerApplicants
must have received a Ph.D., Psy.D., or Ed.D. in Psychology from an institution
recognized and approved by the U.S. Department of Education or a member in good
standing with the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada. The degree must
be from a program accredited by the APA. Proof can be provided by a true copy of the
applicant's transcript sent directly to the Board, electronic submission through the
National Student Clearinghouse, ASPPB Mobility Program, or the National Register of
Health Service Psychologists.
How can applicants with international education not accredited by the APA prove their
eligibility for licensure by examination as per rule 64B19-11.0035? - answerApplicants
must provide proof that their degree-granting institution is officially recognized by the
government of the country where it is located for training students in professional
psychology. Additionally, they must submit an original signed letter from the director of a
U.S. Department of Education-recognized doctoral psychology program, stating that the
applicant's program is equivalent to an APA-accredited program and specifying the
documents reviewed. Proof of degree and internship equivalence must be provided by a
Board-approved education credentials evaluation service.
, Describe the supervised experience requirements for psychology licensure in Florida
according to rule 64B19-11.005. - answerApplicants must complete 2 years or 4,000
hours of supervised experience, with the internship satisfying 1 year or 2,000 hours.
The remaining 1 year or 2,000 hours must be completed under a licensed psychologist.
Supervised experience must include an average of 20 hours per week for two years if
part-time or 40 hours per week for one year if full-time, at least 900 hours of direct client
contact, and an average of two hours of clinical supervision each week, including one
hour of individual face-to-face supervision, which can be via HIPAA-compliant video.
What are the responsibilities of supervisors overseeing post-doctoral training for
licensure according to rule 64B19-11.005? - answerSupervisors must enter into an
agreement with the applicant detailing obligations and remuneration, ensure the
applicant is capable of providing competent and safe psychological services, maintain
professional responsibility for the applicant's work, provide two hours of clinical
supervision each week (including one hour of individual supervision), prevail in
professional disagreements, keep informed of all services performed by the applicant,
and advise the Board of any complaints or concerns about the applicant's ethics,
professionalism, or qualifications for licensure.
Explain the conditions under which an application for licensure by examination may be
closed after 24 months according to rule 64B19-11.0075. - answerThe Board will close
the application file and issue a final order of denial to any applicant who fails to pass the
Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology and the Florida laws and rules
examination, or fails to submit evidence of completing the postdoctoral supervised
experience within 24 months of the Board's letter of approval for examination. An
additional 12 months may be granted if the applicant demonstrates a good faith effort to
comply but failed due to illness or unusual hardship.
Under what circumstances can the Board permanently deny a licensure application
according to rule 64B19-11.009? - answerThe Board shall permanently deny an
application if the applicant attempts to obtain a license by bribery or fraudulent
misrepresentation, or has been disciplined by any regulatory body for sexual
misconduct or any action involving the trespass of sexual boundaries.
What actions can the Board take for applicants with other types of disciplinary history
according to rule 64B19-11.009? - answerThe Board may either permanently deny the
application or deny licensure for two years to allow for rehabilitation, or if rehabilitation is
demonstrated, grant licensure and place the applicant on probation with reasonable
terms. This applies to applicants disciplined by any regulatory body for any violation of
licensure laws or rules, or found guilty of any crime in any jurisdiction. The decision is
influenced by mitigating and aggravating circumstances.
What are the requirements for obtaining a limited license under rule 64B19-11.010? -
answerApplicants must meet the requirements of Section 456.015, F.S., and be retired
or retiring from active practice within six months of application. They must pay a $25