Neuropsychological Training in APA-Accredited Counseling Psychology Programs

Abstract

The availability of neuropsychological training in American Psychological Association-accredited counseling psychology programs was examined. A survey response rate of 53% (33/62) was obtained from program training directors. Only 42% (14/33) reported the availability of a neuropsychology course at their universities. Results indicated that counseling psychology students are interested in neuropsychological theory and assessment but may have difficulty finding training within their academic programs and institutions. Training directors reported that neuropsychology training is relevant to the work of counseling psychologists, but other responses suggested concern that the identity of counseling psychology is inconsistent with neuropsychology.

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