Psychology in New Zealand

Registration

Registration as a "Psychologist" in New Zealand is managed by the
NZ Psychologists Board. The relevant legislation is the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003.
Registered psychologists are required to adhere to the Society's Code of Ethics. This Code was formally adopted in 2002 by the NZ Psychologists Board as the ethical guide for NZ psychologists.

Ongoing Education

Under section 40 of the HPCA Act, the Board may set or recognise competence programmes for all psychologists or groups of psychologists, including cultural competence. Formal academic training is provided by tertiary institutions. In-service training may be provided by employers.
The NZ Psychological Society's Professional Development programme provides regular training opportunities for members and non-members through Workshops and the Annual Conference.

Professional Membership

Given the diversity of psychology and the geographic distribution of psychologists in NZ, it is highly recommended that psychologists become members of a professional association. Membership of the NZPsS confers many benefits, including the opportunity to contribute to the development of the profession; to maintain currency of knowledge in chosen specialist areas and keep abreast with developments in other related areas; to network with colleagues; and access to membership services.

Careers

Psychologists are employed in a wide range of workplaces, and many practise privately as independent contractors and consultants. Click here for more information about opportunities for psychology and psychologists in New Zealand.

In addition, there are links to several other psychology-related sites both in New Zealand and round the world.

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This page last updated 22/11/2007