Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Credentialing Excellence for Health Service Psychologists
Founded in 1974, we are the largest credentialing organization for psychologists and psychology doctoral students, dedicated to improving healthcare through rigorous education and training standards. Our mission empowers an inclusive community of health service psychologists by fostering clinical excellence, professional development, and advocacy. With 10,000 credentialed psychologists and 5,000 trainees, we provide licensure mobility, continuing education, and verification services to enhance healthcare accessibility.Our 50-year legacy includes pioneering credentialing programs, evidence-based clinical resources, and advocacy for mental health as essential healthcare. We prioritize cultural sensitivity, lifelong learning, and equitable healthcare outcomes through partnerships, research translation, and community engagement.
Services
Credential Verification
Continuing Education
Licensure Mobility
Mentorship Program
Clinical Webinars
Professional Networking
Career Development
Research Publications
Training Videos
Scholarship Programs
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- 50 years of credentialing expertise since 1974
- 10,000 credentialed psychologists nationwide
- APA-approved continuing education programs
- Licensure mobility in 48+ jurisdictions
- Integrated healthcare training resources
Associations and certifications
- American Psychological Association
What people say
Excellent CE programs
Strong professional network
Effective licensure support
Quality mentorship opportunities
Reputable credential
Services
Health Service Psychologist Credential
Our flagship credentialing program verifies doctoral psychologists' education and training for professional recognition. This service enables access to licensure mobility, continuing education, and consumer referral networks. Credential holders benefit from enhanced professional credibility and networking opportunities within our 15,000-member community.
Continuing Education Program
We offer 250+ APA-approved continuing education credits through webinars, journals, and video training series. Our programs focus on clinical skill development, risk management, and integrated healthcare practices. Members access these resources at no additional cost to maintain licensure and professional growth.
Mentorship Program
This initiative connects experienced psychologists with emerging professionals for career guidance and skill development. Mentors provide personalized advice on clinical practice, professional advancement, and network building through structured one-on-one engagements. The program currently serves over 200 participants annually.
Licensure Mobility Program
Our system streamlines multi-state licensure applications through primary source verification of education and training credentials. This service reduces administrative burdens for psychologists seeking practice across state jurisdictions, currently operating in 48+ approved locations.
Associate Program
Free program for APA-accredited doctoral psychology students offering certificate courses, scholarship opportunities, and professional networking. Participants gain access to career development resources and prepare for eventual Health Service Psychologist credentialing through early professional engagement.
People
Andrew P. Boucher
Chief Executive Officer
Andrew oversees operational strategy, financial management, and member benefit programs for the National Register. He directs staff operations and strategic partnerships while managing outreach initiatives and fundraising efforts.
Questions
What is the National Register's primary function?
We credential health service psychologists through education and training verification, offering professional development resources and licensure mobility support.
How does the HSP credential benefit psychologists?
The credential provides access to licensure mobility, continuing education, professional networking, and consumer referral services across 48+ jurisdictions.
Are CE programs available to non-members?
Continuing education courses are free for members, with non-members able to purchase access to specific training programs.
What resources exist for doctoral students?
The free Associate Program offers certificate courses, mentorship opportunities, and scholarship programs for APA-accredited psychology doctoral students.
How does the mentorship program work?
Experienced psychologists mentor emerging professionals through structured one-on-one guidance focusing on career development and clinical skill enhancement.
