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What does having APA certification mean?
APA accreditation assures the public that a program has clearly defined training aims that meet professional and scientific standards that support the successful, ethical, and skillful delivery of psychological service. With more than 146,000 members, including researchers, teachers, clinicians, consultants, and students, APA is the foremost scientific and professional organization for psychology in the United States.APA is the 5th largest talent agency in the United States after Creative Artists Agency, United Talent Agency, William Morris Endeavor, and ICM Partners.
How do I contact APA membership?
If you like to discuss membership benefits in more detail, please contact APA Membership at 1-888-357-7924 or membership@psych . APA Group Memberships provide your company, organization, or institution with valuable professional development opportunities while creating seamless access to continuing education and premium content on topics of unique interest to psychologists, students, educators, and researchers in the field.Membership in APAGS (APA’s Graduate Student Organization) is encouraged but not required.
What is APA accreditation status?
Accredited. If you complete a program that is recognized as “accredited, on contingency” effective before your graduation date, you will have completed an APA accredited program. Accreditation is effective as of the date of adjournment of the Commission on Accreditation (CoA) meeting in which the decision was made. Full Accreditation CoA grants accreditation of 3-10 years from the date of the site visit.