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What is the responsibility of a license holder if important aspects of a client's problem fall outside their competence?
What is the responsibility of a license holder if important aspects of a client's problem fall outside their competence?
The license holder assists the client in obtaining additional professional help.
What is the guiding principle for a license holder in determining their area(s) of competence?
What is the guiding principle for a license holder in determining their area(s) of competence?
The guiding principle is that one who undertakes practice in a given specialty area will be held to the standard of care within that specialty.
How should a license holder maintain current competency in the areas they practice?
How should a license holder maintain current competency in the areas they practice?
A license holder should maintain current competency through continuing education, consultation, and/or other training, in conformance with current standards of scientific and professional knowledge.
What is the consequence if a provider waives the payment of a deductible or copayment as an enticement to a patient?
What is the consequence if a provider waives the payment of a deductible or copayment as an enticement to a patient?
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What is one action that is considered advertising that a provider will waive the payment of a deductible or copayment?
What is one action that is considered advertising that a provider will waive the payment of a deductible or copayment?
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What may the board require prior to the issuance or restoration of something?
What may the board require prior to the issuance or restoration of something?
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What is telepsychology?
What is telepsychology?
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What is the requirement to practice telepsychology in the state of Ohio?
What is the requirement to practice telepsychology in the state of Ohio?
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What are the responsibilities of license holders practicing telepsychology?
What are the responsibilities of license holders practicing telepsychology?
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What precautions should license holders practicing telepsychology take?
What precautions should license holders practicing telepsychology take?
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What are some potential risks of providing telepsychology services?
What are some potential risks of providing telepsychology services?
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What should a licensee do in case of sudden and unpredictable disruption of telepsychology services?
What should a licensee do in case of sudden and unpredictable disruption of telepsychology services?
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Who may have access to communications between the client and the licensee?
Who may have access to communications between the client and the licensee?
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What are some violations of law that a license holder should avoid in the practice of psychology or school psychology?
What are some violations of law that a license holder should avoid in the practice of psychology or school psychology?
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What is the biennial registration fee for the period from July 1, 2020, and thereafter?
What is the biennial registration fee for the period from July 1, 2020, and thereafter?
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When is a license automatically expired if the required documents are not received?
When is a license automatically expired if the required documents are not received?
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Under what conditions can the board waive the payment of the registration fee and completion of continuing education for a license holder?
Under what conditions can the board waive the payment of the registration fee and completion of continuing education for a license holder?
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What actions can the state board of psychology take against an applicant or license holder?
What actions can the state board of psychology take against an applicant or license holder?
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What is the definition of a psychologist according to ORC 4732.01?
What is the definition of a psychologist according to ORC 4732.01?
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What does the practice of psychology include according to ORC 4732.01?
What does the practice of psychology include according to ORC 4732.01?
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What is the definition of a school psychologist according to ORC 4732.01?
What is the definition of a school psychologist according to ORC 4732.01?
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What services are included in the practice of school psychology according to ORC 4732.01?
What services are included in the practice of school psychology according to ORC 4732.01?
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Study Notes
Competence and Boundaries
- If important aspects of a client's problem fall outside their competence, a license holder must recognize the limitations of their expertise and take steps to ensure the client receives appropriate services.
- The guiding principle for a license holder in determining their area(s) of competence is to possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience to provide services.
Maintaining Competence
- To maintain current competency in their area(s) of practice, a license holder must engage in ongoing education, training, and professional development.
Payment and Advertising
- Waiving the payment of a deductible or copayment as an enticement to a patient is considered a violation of professional standards.
- Advertising that a provider will waive the payment of a deductible or copayment is also considered a violation.
Licensure and Registration
- The board may require additional information or documentation prior to the issuance or restoration of a license.
- The biennial registration fee for the period from July 1, 2020, and thereafter is specified by the board.
- A license will automatically expire if the required documents are not received.
Telepsychology
- Telepsychology is the provision of psychological services through electronic means, such as video conferencing.
- To practice telepsychology in the state of Ohio, a license holder must meet specific requirements.
- License holders practicing telepsychology are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality and security of client information, obtaining informed consent, and maintaining appropriate boundaries.
- Precautions that should be taken when practicing telepsychology include ensuring the client's privacy, using secure technology, and being aware of potential risks such as technology failures.
- Risks of providing telepsychology services include technology failures, confidentiality breaches, and limitations in establishing a therapeutic relationship.
- In case of sudden and unpredictable disruption of telepsychology services, a licensee should have a plan in place to mitigate the impact on clients.
- Access to communications between the client and the licensee may be granted to authorized individuals, such as supervisors or other professionals involved in the client's care.
Ethics and Violations
- A license holder should avoid violations of law, including waiving payments as an enticement, advertising waiving payments, and failing to maintain confidentiality.
- The state board of psychology can take actions against an applicant or license holder, including denial or revocation of a license.
Definitions
- A psychologist is defined as an individual who engages in the practice of psychology according to ORC 4732.01.
- The practice of psychology includes, but is not limited to, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental and emotional disorders.
- A school psychologist is defined as an individual who engages in the practice of school psychology according to ORC 4732.01.
- The practice of school psychology includes, but is not limited to, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental and emotional disorders in educational settings.
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Test your knowledge of the laws and rules governing psychologists and school psychologists with this quiz. Questions focus on ORC 473