Commentary examines regulatory proposals for psychologists in Ontario, suggesting improvements for public safety and access to care.
Key Points
This commentary evaluates proposed regulatory changes by the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario, examining their potential impacts on entry standards and public safety.
Critical analysis of proposed regulatory changes using empirical data and stakeholder feedback.
Comparison of Ontario's standards with those of other Canadian provinces.
Examination of three implied hypotheses regarding workforce availability and access to mental health services.
Findings indicate that lowering entry standards may not significantly increase access to mental health care.
Evidence suggests competence will likely decrease among trainees from non-accredited programs.
Removal of external evaluative safeguards may allow less-prepared individuals to enter independent practice.