Maryland Psychology
Jurisprudence Exam
(2024 COMPLETE
QUESTIONS &
CORRECT SOLUTIONS)
Board's functions - ANSWER Licensing psychologists, approving psy associates, renewing licenses,
reviewing CE, promulgating regulations, interpreting scope of practice, educating licensees, and
investigating complaints.
Board - ANSWER State Board of Examiners of Psychologists
Number of hours required for licensure - ANSWER 3250 hours, across 2 years supervised experience
(75% by a psychologist, 2 hours for every 20 hours of experience plus other learning activities)
Requirement to pass the MD exam - ANSWER 75%
Requirement to pass the EPP exam (part I) - ANSWER 70% (scaled score 500) recently or 73% before
2002
, Requirements for doctoral program in psychology - ANSWER 1) accredited by APA or Canadian
psychological Assoc. ; 2) listed by the national register of health service providers in psychology, or meets
the requirements if the degree was earned outside the US or Canada. (Other exceptions for degrees
earned before 1981- US or 1988 (Canada) -p. 3 of 2015 regs
Why go on inactive status - ANSWER Leaving state and may return to practice later
Duration of inactive status - ANSWER 2 years, can be renewed for an additional 2 years
How to reactivate license - ANSWER apply, pay fee, prove CE requirements, submit to criminal
history/background check if inactive for 1 or more years
When do you renew - ANSWER Every other year, March 31
How soon can you reapply for licensure after it being revoked - ANSWER 5 years
What is Board's mission - ANSWER to ensure that consumers in MD receive quality psychological services
in accordance with the laws in Md.
Why CE's important - ANSWER to ensure a minimum in maintaining competence and not harming
consumers
What are goals of CE's (4 goals, 3 no's) - ANSWER 1 - maintain professional competency 2- increase
professional skills and knowledge 3 - prepare for new roles and responsibilities in practice 4 - expands
the science of psych theory, method, or practice NO'S: business meetings, professional committee
meetings, presentations/publications for a lay audience
What are the CE requirements - ANSWER 40 CE's per 2 years. (Max 20 independent study (APA
approved), minimum 3 ethics / law / risk management, minimum 3 cultural competence/diversity,
maximum 30 hours for scholarly activities). Goes on cycle ending March 31. Have to keep proof in case of
audit.
, What kind of CE documentation is necessary - ANSWER Reprints, transcript and course syllabi, test and
certificate of completion for independent study or workshops. Keep for 4 years.
What CE hours are earned for scholarly activities - ANSWER Only earned by first 3 authors.
Authoring, editing, presenting or revising a publication. 20 hours for a book. 15 for Editor of a book,
author of a book chapter, author of a journal article. 15 for service as Editor or Associate Editor of a
journal. 15 for service on an editorial board for a journal. 3 hours for each hour of presentation (max 15
hours) for an authorized sponsor. 3 hours for each poster presentation (max 15 hours) for an authorized
sponsor. 15 hours for a teaching a new graduate level psychology course
What are rules for earning CE at a presentation - ANSWER Authorized sponsor, defined purpose and
content area, qualified presenter, 1 hour or more in length, record of attendance, documentation of
completion, evaluation
Who is automatically authorized to provide CE in MD - ANSWER NIH, APA, NASP, NASW, AMA, MD Dept
of Health and Mental Hygiene, MD Psych Assoc (approved by APA), accredited academic institution
Failure to complete CE requirements - ANSWER - do not complete, or do not comply with audit within 30
days
Can you appeal? - ANSWER Yes, you can seek judicial review
What if the Board decides a psychologist is not in violation of Title 18? (After a hearing; etc) - ANSWER all
charges will be dismissed, exoneration, expunge records of proceeding. No further action by Board on
these specific charges
Do the ethics only apply to licensed psychologist? - ANSWER No, also applies to you during the training
period, and to others who practice psychology in the state.
Client- definition - ANSWER individual, couple, family, group, business, agency, school, organization, or
association that the psychologist provides with professional services.
, Psychologist- definition - ANSWER an individual licensed by the Board to practice psychology.
What are some terms that are limited to licensed psychologists for describing their title or services
provided? - ANSWER A person who is NOT a licensed psychologist cannot use the terms "psychologist" or
"psychological" or "psychology." §18-102 Scope of title
responsibility for a psychology associate's conduct - ANSWER Supervising psychologist and associate are
jointly responsible for associate's professional decisions and actions.
what is a multiple relationship - ANSWER relationship in which you are concurrently participating in two
or more roles
reporting restrictions or limitations by another jurisdiction - ANSWER The Board must be notified in 60
days if a license or registration granted by another authority for the practice of psychology has been
limited, restricted, revoked, or subject to any other disciplinary action.
what are four sexual intimacies - ANSWER 1- genital contact, 2- nongenital contact with hips, loin, thigh,
buttocks or breasts, 3- exposure or observation of genital or nude portions of bodies involving breasts,
buttocks or genitals; 4 - other behaviors engaged in for the purpose of sexual arousal or gratification
After a hearing, how does the board convey decision? - ANSWER in writing, with statement of facts and
findings. protects patient confidentiality. mailed to licensee and legal counsel. If no violation,
immediately dismissed and records expunged
Can you ask for rehearing? - ANSWER Yes, within 10 days, explaining grounds. Board will respond within
30 days. Does not affect order/decision. As a result of new evidence, can reverse earlier decision and
exonerate licensee.
What is the psychologist rehabilitation committee? - ANSWER Committee of the Board or MD
Psychologists Association that evaluates and provides assistance to psychologists or other regulated
providers who need treatment and rehab for drug or alcohol abuse or other physical, emotional, or
mental conditions.
