N.J. Admin. Code § 13:42-9.9

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 18, September 16, 2024

Section 13:42-9.9 - Misleading implications of licensure

(a) A person not licensed under the Practicing Psychology Licensing Act is prohibited from implying licensure under the Act by using a title or description which, when used in combination with other circumstances, would lead a reasonable person to think that the individual is a licensed psychologist or is authorized to perform professional services which only a licensed psychologist can offer. Examples of such conduct, whether for recompense or not, include:

1. Representing that he or she has:

i. A graduate degree or is a candidate therefor in psychology or an allied field;

ii. Membership in psychological organizations;

iii. Training or certification in applied psychological methods; or

iv. Professional association and identification with a licensed psychologist, unless the individual is the holder of a duly authorized and valid Board permit or is otherwise duly authorized to engage in a health care profession with a psychologist; or

2. Using names or professional or occupational titles including "counselor," "psychotherapist," "therapist," "analyst," and related terms or forms unless clearly qualified by reference to another profession or group exempt from licensure under the Act pursuant to 45:14B-8 and 13:42-1.5 or other applicable law.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:42-9.9

Amended by R.1995 d.332, effective 6/19/1995.
See: 26 New Jersey Register 4738(a), 27 New Jersey Register 2422(a).