N.J. Admin. Code § 13:42-7.4

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 24, December 18, 2024

Section 13:42-7.4 - Employer of neuropsychometric technician

(a) For purposes of this section, "direct supervision" means that the licensee shall be constantly accessible, either on-site or through electronic communication, and available to render assistance when required and that the licensee shall retain full professional responsibility for client care and treatment.

(b) A licensee may employ a neuropsychometric technician as an assistant, for the purpose of administering certain classes of sensory, motor and other measures, only under the following circumstances:

1. The licensee shall provide instruction to the technician; ascertain that the technician has received education and training appropriate for the work assigned; ensure that the technician obtains continuing education credits consistent with standards in the field; and regularly direct, supervise and monitor the technician's work;

2. The licensee shall provide direct supervision to the technician, as defined in (a) above; and

3. The activities of the technician shall be limited to the administration of neuropsychological tests which have specific mechanical administration procedures and which do not require interpretation, querying of the examinees about individual items, or other judgments.

(c) The role of the technician is that of a paraprofessional assistant in test administration, and any deviation from that role shall be deemed the unauthorized practice of psychology.

(d) Specifically excluded from the scope of activities of the technician are administration of individual intelligence tests and projective techniques, which may be given only by a licensed practicing psychologist, a permit holder under supervision, or a person doing work of a psychological nature in an exempt setting.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:42-7.4