A Primer on Tele-Assessment for Psychologists: Best Practices, Tools, and Ethical Considerations
As psychological assessment increasingly shifts into virtual spaces, psychologists must adapt their practices to ensure validity, reliability, and ethical integrity. This 3-hour webinar offers a comprehensive primer on tele-assessment, equipping clinicians with foundational knowledge and practical tools to conduct psychological assessments remotely. Topics will include the selection and adaptation of assessment tools for virtual administration, managing technology and environment-related variables, maintaining test security, and addressing consent and cross-jurisdictional practice. Case examples and emerging research will be used to highlight challenges and innovations in the field. Designed for psychologists new to tele-assessment or those seeking to refine their current practices, this session will also provide space for Q&A and professional discussion.
Learning Objectives
- Identify appropriate psychological tests and tools that can be reliably and validly administered in a tele-assessment context.
- Describe the technical, ethical, and procedural considerations involved in conducting assessments remotely, including informed consent, test security, and data privacy.
- Evaluate the impact of the virtual environment on client behavior and test performance, and implement strategies to mitigate confounding variables.
- Apply best practices for managing tele-assessment logistics, such as setting up the client’s environment, troubleshooting technology issues, and ensuring standardization.
- Understand current regulatory guidance and jurisdictional considerations for conducting tele-assessment across regions.
Intended Audiences
This webinar is designed for registered psychologists, provisional psychologists, and graduate-level psychology trainees who are beginning to incorporate tele-assessment into their practice or wish to strengthen their foundational knowledge in remote psychological testing. The content is relevant across clinical, school, and counseling psychology settings.
Dr. Mitch Colp
Dr. Mitch Colp is a Registered Psychologist and the Chief Executive Officer of Hexagon Psychology, a national mental health organization based in Alberta, Canada. With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in psychological assessment and intervention for children, adolescents, and adults across clinical, educational, and occupational domains. His expertise includes psychoeducational evaluation, fitness-for-duty and pre-employment screening, and mental health triage for high-performance and first responder populations.
Licensed to practice in six Canadian provinces, Dr. Mitch is a recognized leader in telepsychology, cross-jurisdictional practice, and the integration of digital tools into psychological service delivery. He has held leadership roles within both provincial and national psychological associations and remains committed to advancing access, innovation, and quality in mental health care.
In addition to his clinical leadership, Dr. Mitch is an Adjunct Assistant Professor and experienced educator, having taught widely in graduate and undergraduate programs. His academic contributions focus on psychological assessment, measurement, research methodology, and child and adolescent mental health. He is also engaged in applied research and training initiatives that enhance service delivery models and reduce barriers to care.
Members Only Discounts
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Full Members, Early Career Psychologists, Professional Affiliate Members, Out of Province Psychologist Members, Non-Practicing Members and Lifetime Members receive 20% off.
Provisional Members and Psychological Assistant Members receive 30% off.
Student Members receive 40% off.
Registrations
Registrations for in-person workshops are open until 3 business days prior to the workshop to ensure accurate numbers for catering and event space. Should you wish to register for this workshop within 1-3 business days prior to the workshop, requests must be made in writing to the Continuing Professional Development Officer at cpd@paa-ab.ca. Requests will not be processed if they are received after 12pm on the last business day prior to the workshop.
Continuing Education Credits
The Psychologists’ Association of Alberta (PAA) is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) to offer Continuing Education (CE) for psychologists. This workshop is offered for three (3) hours of CE Credit. Full attendance at the workshop is required to receive Continuing Education Credits. Partial credit will not be awarded, and late arrivals or early departure will preclude awarding of Continuing Education Credits. PAA maintains responsibility for the program.
Cancellation and Refunds
Cancellation and refunds may be applied for by email or phone call to the PAA Continuing Professional Development 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. Cancellations received thirteen (13) days or less prior to the Continuing Professional Development activity will be exempt from receiving a refund. Partial refunds will not be awarded. PAA reserves the right to cancel any activity, in which case a full refund of the registration fee will be provided.