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About ABPP       

   American Board of Professional Psychology

What is ABPP?
The American Board of Professional Psychology is the primary organization for Specialty Board Certification in Psychology.  There are currently 15 Specialty Boards and one Subspecialty Board.
ABPP Mission Statement
The American Board of Professional Psychology serves the public by promoting the provision of quality psychological services through the examination and certification of professional psychologists engaged in specialty practice.
ABPP Value Statement
Board Certification through the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) provides peer and public recognition of demonstrated competence in its affiliated specialty areas. Additionally, Board Certification through ABPP provides the professional with increased opportunities for career growth, including employability, mobility, and financial compensation.
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Our History & Myths

ABPP was founded in 1947. Find out the history of ABPP.                           

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Our Leaders

ABPP Board of Trustees, President, Executive Officer & Associate Executive Officer.                          

Central Office

Central Office

Meet the Central Office located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

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Specialty Boards

We currently have fifteen specialty boards and one sub specialty board.       
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Academies

Click here for Academy Information.

Diversity
Diversity

The ABPP purposefully works to build sustainable relationships among people and institutions with diverse membership.

Mobility & LicensureMobility and Licensure

Find out more about mobility and licensure by becoming board certified.
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ABPP Acronyms

List of commonly used acronyms with ABPP.