18-314 Psychological of Physical Examination

Question 0

If investigating an allegation brought against a licensee in which the Board has reason to believe that the licensee may cause harm to persons affected by the licensee’s practice of psychology, what may the Board direct the licensee to do?

Answer 0

= submit to an appropriate examination by a psychologist or physician determined by the Board.

Question 1

In return for the privilege given to a licensee to practice psychology in the State, what 2 things has the licensee consented to?

Answer 1

1) to submit to an examination, if requested by the Board in writing.
2) waive any claim of privilege as to the testimony or examination reports of the examining psychologist or physician.

Question 2

If a psychologist fails to consent or refuses to comply with an examination requested by the Board, what is the consequence?
Who must pay for any examination requested by the Board?

Answer 2

= this is considered prima facie evidence of the licensee’s inability to practice psychology competently

= the Board shall pay for any examination