Kentucky Psychological Association (KPA)

Overview:

Profession(s): Psychology
Scope: Regional - Kentucky
Formed: 1932
Members: 1,200
Address: 120 Sears Avenue, Ste 202, Louisville, KY, 40207, USA
Phone: 502-894-0777
Fax: 502-894-0635
Email: kpa@kpa.org
Website: www.kpa.org

Mission/Aims:

To promote psychology as a science and as a profession.

Principal Activities:

The Assocation shall endeavor to provide advocacy for public and profession interests in mental health and in related health issues; encourage research and improved research methods; disseminate psychological information through meetings, professional contacts, and publications; promote the ethical practice of psychology; encourage the promotion of the public welfare through the advancement of scientific and clinical interests, the professional growth of its members and the application of research findings; and shall engage in such other related activities as are desirable and proper within the limits of section 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (or corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue laws)(the 'Code).

Member Benefits:

Get the latest information on a whole host of subjects at the annual convention and through our Continuing Education Series. Learn about important licensing, legislative, and regulatory changes through our nationally recognized newsletter, The Kentucky Psychologist, and via the KPA website. Tap into our legal and ethical archive online for answers to difficult questions. Access practice building tips, technology updates, plus the latest information on insurance reimbursement and managed care changes in the Members Only section of the web site, Help your practice to grow by participation the statewide KPA Referral Services network. Through KPA's Business of Practice Network, Payor Accountability Committee, our liaison to the Magellan Provider Advisory Board, and the highly respected expertise of our Director of Profession Affairs, KPA members have help when they need it with managed care or insurance concerns.

Training/Licensing/Certification:

Continuing Education

Affiliations:

Associations to which we are a member:
American Psychological Association