New Psychologist Profession and Self-Government Act: Rules, Registry, Accountability
The new act comprehensively regulates the profession of psychologist, introducing a mandatory registry, rules for practicing the profession, including supervision for new psychologists, and establishing a professional self-government for psychologists. Citizens will gain greater certainty regarding psychologists' qualifications but may experience changes in access to certain psychological services, especially in uniformed services and education.
Key points
Mandatory Psychologist Registry: Every psychologist must be entered into a Registry, ensuring qualification verification and increasing safety for service users.
Mentorship for New Psychologists: Psychologists starting their careers will be required to work with an experienced mentor for 9 to 24 months to enhance their professional competence and ethics.
Professional Self-Government for Psychologists: A National Chamber of Psychologists and regional chambers will be established to oversee the proper practice of the profession, set ethical standards, and conduct disciplinary proceedings.
Disciplinary Responsibility: Psychologists will be subject to disciplinary action for violating ethical principles or regulations, with penalties ranging from reprimand to loss of the right to practice.
Changes in Public Sector Employment: The act introduces new requirements for psychologists employed in schools, uniformed services, and other public institutions, which may affect their availability and scope of services.
Professional Secrecy and Documentation: Psychologists are obliged to maintain professional secrecy and keep psychological documentation, with clearly defined exceptions and rules for accessing this information.
55%
VOTING RESULTS
2026-01-09
For
241
Against
9
Abstain
191
Status:
Enacted
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