HB2561 Summary

• Amends Section 32-2071.01 of Arizona Revised Statutes regarding requirements for psychologist licensure by the State Board of Psychologist Examiners.

• Adds the Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System as an acceptable accrediting body alongside the American Psychological Association for doctoral degree programs.

• Allows out-of-state licensed psychologists to meet Arizona education requirements by holding a certificate of professional qualification, being credentialed by the National Register with five years of independent practice, or being a diplomate of the American Board of Professional Psychology.

• Maintains existing requirements including passing examinations, demonstrating professional conduct, and disclosing any prior license refusals, suspensions, revocations, or pending investigations related to unprofessional conduct.