Demystifying Registration as a Psychologist in Alberta: PAA’s Targeted Career Support Training for Provisionally Registered Psychologists VIRTUAL
Abstract
Preparing to pass the EPPP and register as a psychologist in Alberta
There are many steps to becoming fully registered as a psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP), and the number of hoops to jump through and exams to write can be overwhelming! Navigating the registration process is challenging enough, but the licensing exams add an additional layer of challenge and stress to already busy lives. This seminar will provide a broad overview of the CAP registration process and the licensing exams required to practice as a psychologist in Alberta. Topics will include test construction, study options, practical study and test-taking tips, and increased familiarity with exam content. Provisional psychologists or graduate students who are planning to practice psychology in Alberta will gain a more thorough understanding of the registration process and requirements, and have a solid basis from which to start studying for those daunting licensing exams.
Mastering Learning Strategies: Memory Boosting Learning Strategies for the EPPP
With a plethora of study materials available to prepare for the EPPP, one would think that if an individual dedicates sufficient time, the exam should be a breeze. So why is it such a challenge? Simply put, it’s a lot of information and most Provisional Psychologists have busy lives. Most individuals should expect to spend approximately 250 hours studying. In addition to utilizing the various commercial exam preparation materials, there are a countless study strategies that boost an individual’s retention and mastery of information. This workshop is designed to go beyond the study materials, reviewing and practicing techniques to maximize retention of key concepts using mnemonics, visualization, self-referencing, and a host of elaborate rehearsal strategies. Workshop participants will expand their repertoire of learning strategies, gaining insight into the importance of matching strategy to content format, as well as the value of utilizing humour and creativity to boost memory.
Intended Audience
Anyone looking for more information on becoming a psychologist in Alberta and those who are thinking of writing the EPPP.
Especially Provisional psychologists and Psychology graduate students in Alberta
Format and Schedule
AM – Preparing to pass the EPPP and register as a psychologist in Alberta
Lunch – Networking Lunch hour
PM – Mastering Learning Strategies: Memory Boosting Learning Strategies for the EPPP
Speakers
Dr. Therese Chevalier
She is a clinical neuropsychologist who works at the Alberta Hospital Edmonton and in private practice. She conducts comprehensive neuropsychological assessment of adults with complex developmental, psychiatric, medical, and neurological conditions, civil capacity assessments, and provides cognitive rehabilitation therapy. She completed her doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Dalhousie University in Halifax, NS and her CPA accredited residency in Clinical Neuropsychology through The Ottawa Hospital. She holds a clinical lecturer position through the Department of Psychiatry at University of Alberta and has provided seminars to psychiatry residents, predoctoral clinical psychology interns, and has presented at international conferences. She has a deep love of the great outdoors and when not at work can usually be found roaming around the mountains or enjoying our fabulous river valley.
Michele Pentyliuk, M.Ed.,
She is a Registered Psychologist and Certified Teacher, works in private practice where she conducts learning assessments and provides strategy instruction for individuals with learning and attention problems. She started her career as a Special Education teacher, then moved into private practice working as an educational consultant before embarking on her graduate program where she focused her studies on assessment and treatment for students with learning disabilities. Michele has presented workshops to parents, professionals, and students throughout Canada and has worked with several post-secondary institutions providing learning strategy instruction to students. In her private practice, she conducts psycho-educational assessments and works with individuals of all ages and educational levels who are experiencing learning challenges. Michele is a past-president of the Learning Disabilities Association of Alberta and is a member of the Psychologists Association of Alberta’s School Psychology committee. She is co-owner of The Passing Zone Inc., which develops exam preparation materials including the Learner’s Licence Prep Kit, Canada’s Citizenship Prep Kit, and the Learner’s Prep Kit app.
Cancellation and Refunds
Cancellation and refunds may be applied for by email or phone call to the PAA Membership Officer. Cancellations received fourteen (14) days prior to the Continuing Professional Development activity will receive a full refund of the registration fee, less a $35.00 + GST processing fee. PAA reserves the right to cancel any activity, in which case a full refund of the registration fee will be provided.
Format and Schedule
AM – Preparing to pass the EPPP and register as a psychologist in Alberta
Lunch – Networking Lunch hour
PM – Mastering Learning Strategies: Memory Boosting Learning Strategies for the EPPP