What is the College of Psychologists of Ontario?
The College of Psychologists of Ontario is the governing body for Psychologists and Psychological Associates in Ontario. The College is not a university, school or community college; its mandate is to protect your
interests by monitoring and regulating the practice of psychology.
Through the participation of the public and the profession, the College ensures you receive competent and ethical professional psychological services from qualified providers.
The Council of the College of Psychologists of Ontario consists of ten professional members elected or appointed by the profession from across the province and six public members appointed by the Ontario Government.
The Council sets policies and provides leadership and direction. The Council meets four times a year and meetings are open to the public.
The structure of the College reflects its varied roles in fulfilling its public protection mandate. Through its committees, the College carries out its various responsibilities, such as:
setting requirements for entry to practice and administering the oral and written
registration examinations;