North Carolina Psychological Association (NCPA)

Description

The North Carolina Psychological Association is a professional organization designed to serve the interests of psychologists in North Carolina. NCPA advocates for psychology as a science, a profession, and a means of promoting human welfare. It provides an organized voice for psychologists and promotes high standards for the profession. The interests of independent professional practice psychologists are aided by the NCPA Division of Independent Professional Practice. NCPA is the North Carolina affiliate of the American Psychological Association.
NCPA members work in a variety of settings such as hospitals, community mental health, private practice, colleges and universities, public schools, corrections, and research facilities.

Member benefits

Publications such as The North Carolina Psychologist issued 6 times a year, Membership Directory, Division of Professional Practice Directory;
Consumer and Psychologist Advocacy as members of several coalitions and an active participant in legislative advocacy regarding professional issues;
Continuing education programs;
An annual conference covering clinical, political, financial, and professional issues affecting psychology;
Community Relations and Public Service