Chapter 2

Question 1

what is the purpose of the MRA

Answer 1

it declared that in order to be licensed as a psychologist (or psychological associate) in Canada, the person must be evaluated as having core competencies

Question 2

what activity do clinical psychologists spend the most time during

Answer 2

intervention/treatment

Question 3

what is the agreement between ten provincial licensing associations, plus government of NWT

Answer 3

The mutual recognition agreement

Question 4

what led to the development of ethics codes

Answer 4

Hitler ! (his personal physician, dr. karl brandt, being put on trial over the things done “in the name of science”)

Question 5

what is the training process for clinical psych

Answer 5

Some specific course work, but also practica (typically three placements), research, internship/residency, and over two years of supervised practice

Question 6

the provision of information, advice, and recommendations as to how to best assess, understand, or treat a client

Answer 6

clinical consultation

Question 7

what are the five core competencies outlines by the MRA

Answer 7

1. interpersonal relationships
2. assessment and evaluation
3. intervention and consultation
4. research
5. ethics and standards

Question 8

what type of degree is the clinical scientist model

Answer 8

PhD

Question 9

in BC, MB, and Ont. what is the title for those without a doctorate (only a masters)

Answer 9

Psychological associate. they cannot legally call themselves a psychologist in these provinces without a doctorate (and being licensed. which. you need a doctorate for)

Question 10

what are the two pillars of clinical psychology

Answer 10

Science and Ethics

Question 11

define protective factors

Answer 11

characteristics that lessen the likelihood of eventually developing a disease or disorder

Question 12

what are the three types of training you can receive for doctorate studies in clinical psych

Answer 12

a science practitioner (PhD), a clinical scientist (PhD), or a practitioner scholar (PsyD)

Question 13

what is the biggest part of ethics in clinical psychology

Answer 13

informed consent

Question 14

what is the mutual recognition agreement

Answer 14

to establish conditions under which a psychologist is licenced/registered to practice without supervision

Question 15

characteristics that increase likelihood of disorder development

Answer 15

risk factors

Question 16

a training model that emphasises clinical skills and competencies as a research consumer

Answer 16

practitioner scholar model

Question 17

after completing a graduate degree, how long does it generally take before someone receives the right to use the title of “psychologist” and to autonomously offer services

Answer 17

at least one more year generally, maybe two

Question 18

which ethical principal is given the most weight

Answer 18

respect for dignity of persons and peoples

Question 19

usually based in community settings as opposed to institutional settings

Answer 19

prevention programs and efforts

Question 20

what are the three licensing exams in canada

Answer 20

The examination for professional practice in psychology (EPPP), Jurisprudence and ethics exam (JEE), and an oral exam

note: there are talks to introduce a fourth exam, the EPPP2 however this has not yet been implemented

Question 21

what are the four ethical principals of clinical psych

Answer 21

1. respect for dignity of persons and peoples
2. responsible caring
3. integrity in relationships
4. responsibility to society

Question 22

why are licenses not issued on a federal level

Answer 22

different provinces have different laws

Question 23

what type of degree is the practitioner scholar model

Answer 23

a PhysD

Question 24

what are the three components to be eligible for clinical psych training

Answer 24

Honours thesis, Psych credits, and your GPA

Question 25

are PhysD programs accredited

Answer 25

not generally because theyre not usually found at chartered unis. there also are not many of them. theres like. two.

Question 26

what type of degree is the scientist practitioner model

Answer 26

PhD

Question 27

what is accreditation

Answer 27

a process to ensure training programs meet the professions expectations

Question 28

whats the difference between a PhD and PsyD

Answer 28

A PsyD is more focused specifically on research and programs are a lot more rare. additionally, you generally cannot get funding for a PsyD like you can a PhD

Question 29

in order to be eligible for accreditation, a program must:

Answer 29

be housed in a provincially or territorially chartered university

Question 30

an ethical principal to ensure that the person who is offered services (or participates in research) understands what is being done and agrees to participate

Answer 30

informed consent

Question 31

what is organisational consultation

Answer 31

services to help an organisation develop a prevention or intervention program, evaluate how well an org is doing in providing a service, or providing opinions on policies set my an org

Question 32

what is the clinical scientist model

Answer 32

a training model that strongly promotes the development of research skills

Question 33

a training model that emphasises competencies in both research and provision of psychological services

Answer 33

scientist-practitioner model