Competencies unique to clinical neuropsychology: A consensus statement of educators, practitioners, and professional leaders in Australia

References

• Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. (2019). Accreditation standards for psychology programs. https://www.psychologycouncil.org.au/sites/default/files/public/Standards_20180912_Published_Final_v1.2.pdf
   Google Scholar
• Bardenhagen, F., the CCN Competencies Working Party. (2006). Australian Psychological Society College of Clinical Neuropsychologists Specialist Competencies. Previously available on www.psychology.org.au
   Google Scholar
• Calamia, M., Kaseda, E. T., Price, J. S., De Vito, A., Silver, C. H., Cherry, J., VanLandingham, H., Khan, H., Sparks, P. J., & Ellison, R. L. (2022). Mentorship in clinical neuropsychology: Survey of current practices, cultural responsiveness, and untapped potential. Journal of Clinical and Experimental Neuropsychology, 44(5–6), 366–385. https://doi.org/10.1080/13803395.2022.2128068
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Carrier, S., Wong, D., Lawrence, K., & McKay, A. (2022). Preliminary validation of a new competency tool for evaluating assessment skills in professional psychology trainees. Training and Education in Professional Psychology, 16(2), 166–172. https://doi.org/10.1037/tep0000394
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Dudgeon, P., Darlaston-Jones, D., Phillips, G., Newnham, K., Brideson, T., Cranney, J., Hammond, S., Harris, J., Herbert, J., Homewood, J., & Page, S. (2016). Australian indigenous psychology education project curriculum framework. University of Western Australia.
   Google Scholar
• Ellison, R. L., & Johnelle Sparks, P. (2022). Mentoring in neuropsychology: Sage advice compilation from our field. Journal of Clinical and Experimental Neuropsychology, 44(5–6), 345–365. https://doi.org/10.1080/13803395.2022.2130181
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Gates, N. J., & Sendiack, C. I. (2017). Neuropsychology supervision: Incorporating reflective practice. Australian Psychologist, 52(3), 191–197. https://doi.org/10.1111/ap.12242
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Gonsalvez, C. J., Bushnell, J., Blackman, R., Deane, F., Bliokas, V., Nicholson-Perry, K., Shires, A., Nasstasia, Y., Allan, C., & Knight, R. (2013). Assessment of psychology competencies in field placements: Standardized vignettes reduce rater bias. Training and Education in Professional Psychology, 7(2), 99–111. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0031617
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Gonsalvez, C. J., Deane, F. P., Blackman, R., Matthias, M., Knight, R., Nasstasia, Y., Shires, A., Nicholson Perry, K., Allan, C., & Bliokas, V. (2015). The hierarchical clustering of clinical psychology practicum competencies: A multisite study of supervisor ratings. Clinical Psychology: Science and Practice, 22(4), 390–403. https://doi.org/10.1111/cpsp.12123
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Gonsalvez, C. J., Shafranske, E. P., McLeod, H. J., & Falender, C. A. (2021). Competency-based standards and guidelines for psychology practice in Australia: Opportunities and risks. Clinical Psychologist, 25(3), 244–259. https://doi.org/10.1080/13284207.2020.1829943
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Hannay, H. J., Bieliauskas, L. A., Crosson, B. A., Hammeke, T. A., Hammsher, K. d., & Koffler, S. P. (1998). Proceedings of the Houston Conference on Specialty Education and Training in Clinical Neuropsychology. Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology: The Official Journal of the National Academy of Neuropsychologists, 13(2), 157–158. https://doi.org/10.1093/arclin/13.2.157
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Heffelfinger, A. K., Janecek, J. K., Johnson, A., Miller, L. E., Nelson, A., & Pulsipher, D. T. (2022). Competency-based assessment in clinical neuropsychology at the post-doctoral level: Stages, milestones, and benchmarks as proposed by an APPCN work group. The Clinical Neuropsychologist, 36(6), 1209–1225. https://doi.org/10.1080/13854046.2020.1829070
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Hessen, E., Hokkanen, L., Ponsford, J., van Zandvoort, M., Watts, A., Evans, J., & Haaland, K. Y. (2018). Core competencies in clinical neuropsychology training across the world. The Clinical Neuropsychologist, 32(4), 642–656. https://doi.org/10.1080/13854046.2017.1413210
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• King, L., Hirst, R. E., Methley, A., Javed, H. M., Bowman, A. R., & Stevens, L. H. (2022). Improving the quality of neuropsychological assessment practice: The development of a self-assessment audit tool. Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology: The Official Journal of the National Academy of Neuropsychologists, 37(4), 814–825. https://doi.org/10.1093/arclin/acab099
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Kosmidis, M. H., Lettner, S., Hokkanen, L., Barbosa, F., Persson, B. A., Baker, G., Kasten, E., Ponchel, A., Mondini, S., Varako, N., Nikolai, T., Jonsdottir, M. K., Pranckeviciene, A., Hessen, E., & Constantinou, M. (2022). Core competencies in clinical neuropsychology as a training model in Europe. Frontiers in Psychology, 13, 849151. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2022.849151
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Langborne, S., O’Connell, E. L., Habib, G., Davis, A., & Wong, D. (2022). Does participation in structured group supervision impact experiences of transition to the workforce?: A survey of psychology registrars. Australian Psychologist, 57(2), 137–147. https://doi.org/10.1080/00050067.2021.2012084
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Lezak, M. D., Howieson, D. B., Bigler, E. D., & Tranel, D. (2012). Neuropsychological assessment (5th ed.). Oxford University Press.
   Google Scholar
• Nelson, A. P., Roper, B. L., Slomine, B. S., Morrison, C., Greher, M. R., Janusz, J., Larson, J. C., Meadows, M.-E., Ready, R. E., Rivera Mindt, M., Whiteside, D. M., Willment, K., & Wodushek, T. R. (2015). Official position of the American Academy of Clinical Neuropsychology (AACN): Guidelines for practicum training in clinical neuropsychology. The Clinical Neuropsychologist, 29(7), 879–904. https://doi.org/10.1080/13854046.2015.1117658
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Ponsford, J. (2017). International growth of neuropsychology. Neuropsychology, 31(8), 921–933. https://doi.org/10.1037/neu0000415
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Psychology Board of Australia. (2013). Guidelines for supervisors and supervisor training providers. http://www.psychologyboard.gov.au/Standards-and-Guidelines/Codes-Guidelines-Policies.aspx
   Google Scholar
• Rey-Casserly, C., Roper, B. L., & Bauer, R. M. (2012). Application of a competency model to clinical neuropsychology. Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, 43(5), 422–431. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0028721
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Smith, G., & CNS. (2019). Education and training in clinical neuropsychology: Recent developments and documents from the clinical neuropsychology synarchy. The Clinical Neuropsychologist, 33(3), 447–465. https://doi.org/10.1080/13854046.2018.1552437
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Wong, D., Grace, N., Baker, K., & McMahon, G. (2019). Measuring clinical competencies in facilitating group-based rehabilitation interventions: Development of a new competency checklist. Clinical Rehabilitation, 33(6), 1079–1087. https://doi.org/10.1177/0269215519831048
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Wong, D., McKay, A., Kazantzis, N., & Ponsford, J. (2020). Clinical translation of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for anxiety and depression - Adapted for Brain Injury (CBT-ABI): How do we train competent clinicians? International Journal of Cognitive Therapy, 13(4), 379–395. https://doi.org/10.1007/s41811-020-00079-2
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Wong, D., Pinto, R., Price, S., Watson, L., & McKay, A. (2023). What does competently delivered neuropsychological assessment feedback look like? Development and validation of a competency evaluation tool. The Clinical Neuropsychologist, https://doi.org/10.1080/13854046.2023.2200205
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar