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Question 1Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

Under KRS 319, which credential authorizes an individual to practice psychology independently in Kentucky?

  1. Licensed psychologist Correct answer.
  2. Registered psychology associate
  3. Licensed psychological practitioner
  4. Certified psychologist

Explanation

KRS 319 creates a licensed psychologist credential for the independent practice of psychology. The other titles describe different, more limited or supervised statuses within the same statutory scheme, so they do not confer independent practice authority.

Question 2Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

Which body is established by KRS 319 to administer the licensure and regulation of psychologists in Kentucky?

  1. The Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure
  2. The Cabinet for Health and Family Services
  3. The Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology Correct answer.
  4. The Kentucky Psychological Association

Explanation

KRS 319 establishes the Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology as the regulatory authority for the profession. The board issues licenses, adopts administrative regulations, and handles discipline.

Question 3Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A candidate wants to know the minimum doctoral degree requirement for psychologist licensure in Kentucky. Which statement reflects the statute and regulations?

  1. A master's degree in psychology is sufficient.
  2. A doctoral degree in psychology from a regionally accredited program is required. Correct answer.
  3. A doctoral degree in any field is acceptable with enough coursework.
  4. A bachelor's degree plus ten years of experience is sufficient.

Explanation

Kentucky requires a doctoral degree in psychology from an accredited institution as the educational foundation for licensure. Lesser degrees may qualify a person for a different, more limited credential but not for the psychologist license.

Question 4Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

Under the Kentucky regulations, which examination is used to assess the knowledge base of psychologist licensure applicants?

  1. The Kentucky jurisprudence examination alone
  2. The National Counselor Examination
  3. The Praxis School Psychologist test
  4. The Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology Correct answer.

Explanation

Kentucky uses the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology as the national knowledge examination for licensure. The jurisprudence requirement is an additional state-specific component, not a substitute for the national exam.

Question 5Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A licensed psychologist in Kentucky moves her practice address and does not notify the board. Which statement best describes her obligation under the regulations?

  1. No notification is required until the next renewal cycle.
  2. She must reapply for a new license.
  3. She must notify the board of the change of address within the time specified by regulation. Correct answer.
  4. Notification is required only if she changes her employer.

Explanation

Licensees must keep the board informed of current contact information so that official correspondence and disciplinary notices reach them. A change of address triggers a notification duty, but it does not require a new license application.

Question 6Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

Which statement accurately describes the scope of practice of a licensed psychological practitioner in Kentucky?

  1. The practitioner may practice independently without any supervision.
  2. The practitioner may prescribe psychotropic medication.
  3. The practitioner may perform forensic custody evaluations without oversight.
  4. The practitioner provides services within a defined scope and under the supervision arrangements the regulations require. Correct answer.

Explanation

The licensed psychological practitioner credential carries a scope narrower than that of a licensed psychologist and operates within supervision requirements set by regulation. Prescriptive authority and unsupervised forensic work are not part of this credential.

Question 7Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A client files a complaint alleging that a Kentucky licensed psychologist engaged in a dual relationship that harmed the client. Which entity has authority to investigate and impose discipline?

  1. The local circuit court
  2. The American Psychological Association
  3. The client's insurance carrier
  4. The Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology Correct answer.

Explanation

The board is the state agency empowered by KRS 319 to investigate complaints against licensees and to impose sanctions such as reprimand, probation, suspension, or revocation. Courts and private associations do not administer the licensure statute.

Question 8Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

Which behavior most clearly constitutes grounds for disciplinary action against a Kentucky psychologist under KRS 319?

  1. Consulting with a colleague about a difficult case
  2. Attending continuing education workshops
  3. Declining a client whose needs exceed the psychologist's competence
  4. Practicing while impaired by alcohol or drugs Correct answer.

Explanation

Practicing while impaired is expressly recognized as unprofessional conduct that endangers clients and supports discipline. The other listed behaviors are either required professional obligations or appropriate clinical judgment.

Question 9Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A psychologist receives a subpoena for a client's records in a civil lawsuit. Which approach best reflects Kentucky confidentiality obligations?

  1. Ignore the subpoena entirely.
  2. Release the record only to the opposing attorney.
  3. Immediately release the full record because a subpoena is a court order.
  4. Assert the privilege on the client's behalf and seek guidance or a protective order before disclosing. Correct answer.

Explanation

Confidentiality belongs to the client, and a subpoena is not the same as a court order compelling disclosure. The psychologist should assert privilege where appropriate and seek clarification or a protective order before releasing records.

Question 10Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

Which situation is a recognized exception permitting a Kentucky psychologist to disclose confidential information without client consent?

  1. The psychologist believes the client presents a serious and imminent risk of harm to an identifiable person. Correct answer.
  2. An employer wants to verify attendance.
  3. A friend asks about the client's diagnosis out of concern.
  4. A family member is curious about treatment progress.

Explanation

The duty to protect permits disclosure when a client poses a serious and imminent threat to an identifiable victim. Curiosity, general concern, or employment verification does not override the client's confidentiality.

Question 11Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

Under the Kentucky regulations, mandatory reporting of child abuse by a psychologist is best described as which of the following?

  1. Required only after consultation with an attorney
  2. Required when the psychologist has reasonable cause to believe a child has been abused or neglected Correct answer.
  3. Required only when the psychologist has photographic evidence
  4. Optional if the psychologist believes the report would harm the therapeutic relationship

Explanation

Kentucky law imposes a mandatory duty to report suspected child abuse or neglect based on reasonable cause. The duty is not discretionary and does not depend on photographic proof or legal consultation.

Question 12Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A Kentucky psychologist plans to provide telepsychology services to a client located in another state. Which principle best guides the psychologist's decision?

  1. Only the client's preference determines whether the service is permissible.
  2. The psychologist must comply with the laws and licensure requirements of the state where the client is located. Correct answer.
  3. Telepsychology is prohibited for all Kentucky licensees.
  4. The psychologist's Kentucky license authorizes practice anywhere in the country.

Explanation

Telepsychology practice is generally governed by the jurisdiction where the client is physically located, so the psychologist must verify that state's licensure and legal requirements. A Kentucky license alone does not authorize interstate practice.

Question 13Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

Which statement best describes the continuing education obligation for licensed psychologists in Kentucky?

  1. Licensees must complete the continuing education hours specified by regulation to renew their licenses. Correct answer.
  2. There is no continuing education requirement after initial licensure.
  3. Continuing education is required only for psychologists who supervise trainees.
  4. Continuing education is required only after a disciplinary action.

Explanation

Renewal of a Kentucky psychologist license is conditioned on completing the continuing education hours set by the board's regulations. The requirement applies generally to licensees, not only to those under discipline or those who supervise.

Question 14Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A psychologist learns that a former client's records are requested by the client's new provider. What is the most appropriate step under Kentucky confidentiality rules?

  1. Refuse all record transfers permanently.
  2. Obtain a valid written authorization from the client before releasing the records. Correct answer.
  3. Release only the diagnosis and withhold the rest.
  4. Release the records because the new provider is also a clinician.

Explanation

Records may be disclosed to another provider only with the client's valid written authorization, unless a specific legal exception applies. The fact that the recipient is a clinician does not itself authorize disclosure.

Question 15Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

Which of the following best describes the psychologist-client privilege recognized in Kentucky?

  1. It does not exist in Kentucky.
  2. It belongs to the client and generally may be waived only by the client or the client's legal representative. Correct answer.
  3. It applies only in criminal proceedings.
  4. It belongs to the psychologist, who may waive it at will.

Explanation

The privilege protecting psychological communications is held by the client, who controls waiver, subject to statutory exceptions. The psychologist holds the confidence in trust but does not own the privilege.

Question 16Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A psychologist is asked to serve as an expert witness and to evaluate a party in litigation. Which statement best reflects the applicable Kentucky standard?

  1. The psychologist should clarify the role and avoid conflicting multiple relationships that could compromise objectivity. Correct answer.
  2. The psychologist may serve as both treating therapist and neutral evaluator for the same person without any disclosure.
  3. The psychologist may accept contingency fees based on case outcome.
  4. Forensic opinions require no basis in the scientific literature.

Explanation

Forensic roles require clarity about whether the psychologist is a treating clinician, a consultant, or a neutral evaluator. Avoiding conflicting roles and grounding opinions in the scientific literature protect objectivity and integrity.

Question 17Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

Which of the following most accurately describes the board's authority regarding unlicensed practice in Kentucky?

  1. Unlicensed practice is lawful if the person uses a different title.
  2. Only the governor may address unlicensed practice.
  3. The board may investigate and seek to enjoin persons who practice psychology without a license. Correct answer.
  4. The board may act only after a criminal conviction.

Explanation

KRS 319 empowers the board to investigate and take action against unlicensed practice, including seeking injunctive relief. Criminal conviction is not a prerequisite to the board's regulatory action.

Question 18Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A psychologist is considering bartering services with a client who owns a landscaping business. Which approach is most consistent with Kentucky professional standards?

  1. Bartering is acceptable if it is not clinically contraindicated and the arrangement is not exploitative. Correct answer.
  2. Bartering is always prohibited regardless of circumstances.
  3. Bartering is acceptable only if the psychologist sets the exchange rate unilaterally.
  4. Bartering is acceptable whenever the client proposes it.

Explanation

Bartering is permitted only when it is not clinically contraindicated and is not exploitative. The psychologist must evaluate the arrangement for fairness and potential harm to the therapeutic relationship.

Question 19Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

Which statement about informed consent for psychological services in Kentucky is most accurate?

  1. Informed consent is unnecessary when the client is referred by a physician.
  2. Informed consent should be obtained at the outset and revisited when significant changes occur in treatment. Correct answer.
  3. Informed consent is required only for research participants.
  4. Informed consent may be implied whenever a client attends a first session.

Explanation

Informed consent is an ongoing process that begins before services and is updated when the nature of treatment, risks, or fees change materially. It is not limited to research or implied by mere attendance.

Question 20Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A Kentucky psychologist is asked to supervise a postdoctoral trainee. Which obligation is most directly tied to the regulatory scheme?

  1. Delegating all supervision to an unlicensed assistant
  2. Charging the trainee a fee for supervision without disclosure
  3. Signing off on hours the psychologist did not actually observe
  4. Providing supervision that meets the board's requirements and maintaining appropriate documentation of the supervisory relationship Correct answer.

Explanation

Supervisors must ensure that supervision meets the board's standards and is properly documented, because those hours support the trainee's eventual licensure. Falsifying or delegating supervision undermines the integrity of the credentialing process.

Question 21Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

Which of the following best captures the board's approach to advertising by licensed psychologists in Kentucky?

  1. Advertising may include guarantees of cure.
  2. Advertising may use a client's name without consent.
  3. Advertising may not be false, deceptive, or misleading. Correct answer.
  4. Advertising is prohibited entirely.

Explanation

The regulations permit advertising but prohibit statements that are false, deceptive, or misleading. Guarantees of cure and unauthorized use of client names violate this standard.

Question 22Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A psychologist's license lapsed because she failed to renew on time. Which action is most consistent with Kentucky requirements if she wishes to resume practice?

  1. Apply for reinstatement and satisfy any conditions the board imposes before practicing again. Correct answer.
  2. Ask a colleague to bill for her services during the lapse.
  3. Resume practice immediately because the lapse was administrative.
  4. Practice under a different title while the lapse continues.

Explanation

Practicing on a lapsed license is unlicensed practice; the psychologist must apply for reinstatement and meet the board's conditions before resuming. Billing through a colleague does not cure the licensure gap.

Question 23Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

Which of the following is the best example of a boundary violation that could support discipline under Kentucky regulations?

  1. Referring a client to a specialist
  2. Consulting a colleague about an ethical dilemma
  3. Engaging in a sexual relationship with a current client Correct answer.
  4. Documenting session notes promptly

Explanation

Sexual relationships with current clients are prohibited and constitute serious misconduct warranting discipline. Timely documentation, consultation, and appropriate referral are all consistent with professional obligations.

Question 24Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A psychologist in Kentucky is asked to release a client's records in response to a court order signed by a judge. What is the most appropriate response?

  1. Destroy the records to avoid disclosure.
  2. Comply with the order to the extent it requires, releasing only the information specified. Correct answer.
  3. Disregard the order because confidentiality is absolute.
  4. Release the entire file to anyone who requests it.

Explanation

A valid court order compels disclosure, but the psychologist should limit the release to what the order actually requires. Confidentiality yields to a proper court order, yet the disclosure should remain as narrow as possible.

Question 25Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

Which statement accurately describes the relationship between KRS 319 and 201 KAR 26?

  1. The statute is advisory only and has no legal force.
  2. The administrative regulations implement and provide detail for the statute. Correct answer.
  3. The statute and the regulations are unrelated documents.
  4. The regulations override the statute whenever they conflict.

Explanation

KRS 319 is the enabling statute that establishes the board and the licensure framework, while 201 KAR 26 contains the board's administrative regulations that implement the statute. Regulations cannot override a statute; they must be consistent with it.

Question 26Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

Under KRS 319, which credential authorizes an individual to independently practice psychology in Kentucky?

  1. Licensed psychologist Correct answer.
  2. Licensed psychological practitioner
  3. Registered psychology intern
  4. Certified psychological associate

Explanation

KRS 319 establishes the licensed psychologist as the credential for independent practice of psychology. The licensed psychological practitioner is a distinct, more limited credential, and the other titles are not independent practice credentials.

Question 27Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

An applicant for psychologist licensure in Kentucky must satisfy which examination requirement under 201 KAR 26?

  1. Only an oral ethics examination administered by the board
  2. The national Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology plus any examination the board requires Correct answer.
  3. No examination, provided the applicant holds a doctoral degree from a regionally accredited program
  4. A state jurisprudence examination in place of any national examination

Explanation

Kentucky requires the national EPPP and any additional examination the board prescribes, such as a jurisprudence examination. A doctoral degree alone does not substitute for the examination requirement.

Question 28Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A licensed psychologist moves to a new office and does not notify the Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology. Which consequence is most consistent with 201 KAR 26?

  1. Automatic license revocation without any hearing
  2. A required report to the client's insurer only
  3. Possible disciplinary action, because licensees must keep the board informed of current contact information Correct answer.
  4. No consequence, because address changes are outside board authority

Explanation

Licensees have an ongoing duty to notify the board of changes to identifying information such as their practice address. Failing to do so can support disciplinary action because the board must be able to reach the licensee.

Question 29Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

Which entity is responsible for adopting administrative regulations that implement KRS 319?

  1. The Kentucky Supreme Court
  2. The local mental health authority
  3. The American Psychological Association
  4. The Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology Correct answer.

Explanation

The Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology adopts regulations under 201 KAR 26 to implement the licensure statute, KRS 319. Courts, national associations, and local authorities do not exercise this rulemaking function.

Question 30Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A licensee's renewal application is postmarked after the renewal deadline but before the board has taken any action. Under 201 KAR 26, what is the most accurate description of the licensee's status?

  1. The license remains active indefinitely until the board formally objects
  2. The license lapses, and practicing during the lapse may support discipline Correct answer.
  3. The license converts automatically to a licensed psychological practitioner credential
  4. The license is void and the licensee must complete a new doctoral program

Explanation

A license that is not renewed by the deadline lapses, and continuing to practice on a lapsed license can be grounds for discipline. Renewal generally requires paying any late fee or reinstatement conditions the board sets.

Question 31Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A psychologist wants to use a new instrument in assessment and is unsure whether its use falls within the scope of psychology under KRS 319. Which source of authority governs that determination?

  1. The instrument publisher's marketing materials
  2. The psychologist's personal clinical judgment alone
  3. The statutory definition of psychology and the board's implementing regulations Correct answer.
  4. A vote of the psychologist's local professional association chapter

Explanation

Scope of practice is defined by KRS 319 and elaborated in 201 KAR 26. Publishers and personal judgment do not define legal scope, and association votes carry no regulatory force.

Question 32Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A licensed psychologist wishes to supervise a psychological associate who will provide services to the public. Which requirement most directly follows from 201 KAR 26?

  1. The supervisor must document the supervisory relationship and provide the level of oversight the regulations require Correct answer.
  2. The supervisor must hold a separate supervisory license issued by another state
  3. The supervisor must be physically present during every client contact
  4. The supervisor may delegate all record-keeping to the associate without review

Explanation

Kentucky regulations require supervision to be documented and to meet specified oversight standards, including review of the supervisee's work. Physical presence at every session and out-of-state supervisory licensure are not the governing requirements.

Question 33Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A client asks a Kentucky psychologist to destroy the clinical record immediately after the final session. Which response best reflects the record-retention obligations under 201 KAR 26?

  1. Destroy the record at once, because the client owns the information
  2. Retain the record for the period the regulations require and explain the retention policy to the client Correct answer.
  3. Transfer the record to the client's employer for safekeeping
  4. Destroy the record only after the client signs a waiver of all future claims

Explanation

Kentucky regulations set minimum retention periods for clinical records, and a client request does not override that duty. The psychologist should explain the policy rather than destroy records prematurely or hand them to an unrelated third party.

Question 34Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A psychologist in Kentucky is charged with a misdemeanor unrelated to practice. Under KRS 319, what is the most accurate statement about reporting this to the board?

  1. Reporting is required only if the client learns of the charge
  2. Only felony convictions must ever be reported to the board
  3. No report is needed because the conduct occurred outside the workplace
  4. The psychologist must report it because certain criminal charges and convictions are relevant to licensure Correct answer.

Explanation

The board's disciplinary authority covers certain criminal charges and convictions that bear on fitness to practice, and licensees have reporting duties tied to those events. The location of the conduct or client knowledge does not determine the obligation.

Question 35Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A psychologist is asked to provide services in an emergency situation outside the usual intake process. Which statement best reflects the informed-consent expectations under Kentucky regulation?

  1. Informed consent can be deferred indefinitely without documentation
  2. Informed consent may be replaced by a verbal promise to explain later
  3. Informed consent must be obtained and documented as soon as practicable, with appropriate limits noted Correct answer.
  4. Informed consent is unnecessary whenever a third party pays for the service

Explanation

Kentucky expects informed consent to be obtained and documented, with flexibility for emergency circumstances in which it is obtained as soon as practicable. Payment source and vague promises do not eliminate the obligation.

Question 36Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A licensee is the subject of a board complaint. Which statement best describes the licensee's procedural position under Kentucky law?

  1. The board may impose discipline without ever notifying the licensee
  2. The board must provide notice and an opportunity for a hearing before imposing discipline Correct answer.
  3. The licensee may appeal only after completing all continuing education requirements
  4. The licensee has no right to review the allegations before a hearing

Explanation

Due process under KRS 319 requires the board to give notice of the charges and an opportunity for a hearing before discipline is imposed. Discipline cannot be imposed without notice, and continuing education is unrelated to appeal rights.

Question 37Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A psychologist suspects that an unlicensed person is holding herself out as a psychologist. Which action is most consistent with the board's enforcement role under KRS 319?

  1. File a complaint with the board so it can investigate the unlicensed practice Correct answer.
  2. Confront the person publicly and demand surrender of her business records
  3. Report the matter to the local police as the exclusive remedy
  4. Ignore the matter because only clients may file complaints

Explanation

The board investigates and acts on unlicensed practice, and complaints may come from licensees as well as the public. Self-help confrontation is not the regulatory mechanism, and police referral is not the exclusive remedy.

Question 38Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A psychologist licensed in Kentucky wishes to advertise a specialty in which she has limited formal training. Which standard under 201 KAR 26 most directly governs this conduct?

  1. Advertising may list specialties only if approved in advance by a national association
  2. Advertising may state any specialty because commercial speech is unregulated
  3. Advertising must be accurate and not misleading about the psychologist's qualifications Correct answer.
  4. Advertising must omit all descriptions of services to avoid misleading the public

Explanation

Kentucky regulations require public statements about services and qualifications to be accurate and not misleading. Commercial speech in this context remains subject to the board's truthfulness standard.

Question 39Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

An applicant completed a doctoral program that was not accredited in the manner the board requires. Which outcome is most consistent with 201 KAR 26?

  1. The application may be denied unless the applicant satisfies the board's educational requirements through an available pathway Correct answer.
  2. The applicant may substitute years of clinical experience for any educational deficiency without board review
  3. Licensure is granted automatically if the applicant passes the EPPP
  4. The applicant may practice under supervision indefinitely without a credential

Explanation

Educational credentials must meet the standards the board has adopted, and applicants who fall short may be denied unless an approved pathway resolves the deficiency. Passing the EPPP alone or accumulating experience does not automatically cure an educational deficiency.

Question 40Kentucky Psychology Licensure Statute (KRS 319) and Administrative Regulations (201 KAR 26)

A psychologist serves on a board-appointed committee that reviews a complaint involving a former business partner. Which principle under Kentucky regulation most directly requires the psychologist to step aside?

  1. Fee-setting restrictions
  2. Confidentiality of client records
  3. Mandatory continuing education
  4. Conflict of interest and impartiality in board proceedings Correct answer.

Explanation

Participants in board proceedings must be impartial, and a personal business relationship with a party creates a conflict requiring recusal. Confidentiality, continuing education, and fee rules address different obligations.

Question 41Scope of Practice, Titles, and Licensure Requirements

Under Kentucky law, which statute governs the licensure and regulation of psychologists practicing in the Commonwealth?

  1. KRS Chapter 335B
  2. KRS Chapter 620
  3. KRS Chapter 210
  4. KRS Chapter 319 Correct answer.

Explanation

KRS Chapter 319 is the licensing statute for psychologists in Kentucky, establishing the Board of Examiners of Psychology and the requirements for lawful practice. The other chapters address unrelated regulatory schemes, and citation accuracy matters when a candidate is asked to identify the controlling authority.

Question 42Scope of Practice, Titles, and Licensure Requirements

In Kentucky, the title 'psychologist' may lawfully be used by which of the following individuals?

  1. A psychology intern enrolled in a doctoral program and supervised on site
  2. A person holding a current license issued by the Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology Correct answer.
  3. A doctoral graduate who has completed coursework but not yet obtained a license
  4. A master's-level counselor certified by a different Kentucky board

Explanation

Kentucky reserves the title 'psychologist' for persons holding a valid license from the Board of Examiners of Psychology. Unlicensed persons, including doctoral graduates awaiting licensure, may not hold themselves out under that protected title.

Question 43Scope of Practice, Titles, and Licensure Requirements

A licensed psychologist in Kentucky wishes to practice under a business name that includes the word 'psychology.' What is the most accurate statement about this practice?

  1. The name must be approved by the American Psychological Association before use
  2. Any trade name is prohibited because only individual names may appear on a license
  3. Use of such a name is permissible when the practice is owned and operated consistent with board rules on advertising Correct answer.
  4. The name is allowed only if the psychologist also holds a business license from the local county

Explanation

Kentucky permits psychologists to practice under business names, including those using 'psychology,' provided the advertising and representation comply with board rules and do not mislead the public. The board regulates truthful representation rather than banning trade names outright.

Question 44Scope of Practice, Titles, and Licensure Requirements

Which entity is authorized to issue psychology licenses and take disciplinary action against licensed psychologists in Kentucky?

  1. The Kentucky Supreme Court
  2. The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services
  3. The American Psychological Association
  4. The Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology Correct answer.

Explanation

The Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology is the administrative body that licenses psychologists and adjudicates disciplinary matters under KRS Chapter 319. The cabinet administers health programs, the courts handle judicial matters, and the APA is a voluntary professional association without licensing authority.

Question 45Scope of Practice, Titles, and Licensure Requirements

A psychologist licensed in another state moves to Kentucky and wishes to see clients immediately. Which statement best describes the general licensure requirement?

  1. Only telehealth services require a Kentucky license; in-person services do not
  2. Practice is allowed for up to one year without any Kentucky credential
  3. Out-of-state licensure permits unlimited practice so long as the psychologist maintains a home-state license
  4. The psychologist must obtain a Kentucky license before practicing in the Commonwealth Correct answer.

Explanation

Kentucky requires a license issued by its own board before a person may practice psychology in the state, regardless of licensure elsewhere. Out-of-state credentials may support an application but do not substitute for Kentucky licensure.

Question 46Scope of Practice, Titles, and Licensure Requirements

Which of the following best describes the educational requirement for psychologist licensure in Kentucky?

  1. A doctoral degree in any discipline with no psychology coursework
  2. A master's degree in any mental health field
  3. A bachelor's degree in psychology plus two years of supervised experience
  4. A doctoral degree in psychology from a program acceptable to the board Correct answer.

Explanation

Kentucky requires a doctoral degree in psychology from a program acceptable to the Board of Examiners of Psychology as a foundational licensure requirement. The board evaluates program acceptability, and degrees in unrelated fields do not qualify.

Question 47Scope of Practice, Titles, and Licensure Requirements

A psychologist in Kentucky is asked to provide a forensic evaluation of a defendant. Which statement about scope of practice is most accurate?

  1. Forensic evaluations require a separate forensic subspecialty license from the board
  2. Forensic evaluations are outside the scope of psychology and must be referred to attorneys
  3. Licensed psychologists may perform such evaluations within the scope of their competence and training Correct answer.
  4. Only psychiatrists may conduct forensic evaluations for the courts

Explanation

Psychological practice in Kentucky encompasses assessment and evaluation services, and licensed psychologists may conduct forensic evaluations when competent in that area. Kentucky does not issue a separate forensic license, and the scope is not limited to psychiatry.

Question 48Scope of Practice, Titles, and Licensure Requirements

Which activity falls within the scope of practice of a licensed psychologist in Kentucky?

  1. Performing surgery on the brain
  2. Diagnosing and treating mental disorders using psychological methods Correct answer.
  3. Admitting patients to a hospital for involuntary psychiatric hold as the sole decision-maker
  4. Prescribing psychotropic medication without additional authority

Explanation

The practice of psychology includes diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorders using psychological methods such as assessment and psychotherapy. Prescriptive authority and medical procedures require separate credentials that a psychology license alone does not confer.

Question 49Scope of Practice, Titles, and Licensure Requirements

A licensed psychologist supervises a psychological associate who is accumulating hours toward licensure. Which statement reflects the board's expectations?

  1. Any licensed mental health professional may supervise psychology hours
  2. The associate may practice independently as long as the supervisor is in the building
  3. The supervisor must hold a Kentucky license and provide supervision consistent with board rules Correct answer.
  4. Supervision may be entirely retroactive after the associate applies for licensure

Explanation

Supervised experience toward licensure must be provided by a qualified supervisor holding a Kentucky psychology license, in accordance with board rules governing the supervisory relationship. Retroactive or informal arrangements do not satisfy the requirement.

Question 50Scope of Practice, Titles, and Licensure Requirements

Which of the following is a recognized exemption from Kentucky's psychologist licensure requirement?

  1. A graduate who uses the title 'psychologist' while awaiting licensure
  2. A person providing psychotherapy to the public for a fee without credentials
  3. A business offering psychological testing to consumers without licensed staff
  4. A qualified psychologist visiting from another state to deliver a limited educational presentation Correct answer.

Explanation

Kentucky law recognizes limited exemptions, such as qualified visiting psychologists giving occasional lectures or presentations, from the standard licensure requirement. The exemptions are narrow and do not permit unlicensed clinical practice or title use.