The American Board of Geropsychology (ABGERO) is a member of the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP). ABPP oversees and authorizes the credentialing activities of all specialty boards. ABGERO is governed by a Board of Directors whose members are board-certified in geropsychology and represent the specialty on a national basis. ABGERO has established criteria defining the education, training, competencies, and oral examination requirements leading to board certification in geropsychology.
In association with ABPP, ABGERO is responsible for conducting board examinations in the specialty of geropsychology, mentoring and training examiners, awarding certification in geropsychology, and maintaining certification over time. Board certification by ABGERO confirms that successful candidates have completed the education, training, and experience requirements of the specialty, including an examination designed to assess the competencies necessary to provide high-quality geropsychology services.
The primary objective of the ABGERO board certification process is to recognize, certify, and promote competence in the specialty of geropsychology.
