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Continuing Education

Elevating Professional Excellence Through Accredited Continuing Education

The Washington State Psychological Association (WSPA) is proud to be an approved sponsor of continuing education (CE) for psychologists by the American Psychological Association (APA). This prestigious designation authorizes WSPA to offer APA-approved CE credits for psychologists, ensuring that our programs meet the highest standards of educational quality and relevance.

The Washington State Psychological Association sponsors many continuing education programs that have been developed to meet the needs of psychologists and other mental health professionals. The Continuing Education Committee works diligently to provide programs that are of interest to the wide variety of specialties in mental health. Our Continuing Education Committee plays a pivotal role in curating and overseeing our CE programs. Comprised of experienced professionals, the committee diligently works to identify topics of interest across various mental health specialties, ensuring that our offerings are both comprehensive and current.

Commitment to Professional Development

At WSPA, we recognize the importance of lifelong learning in the ever-evolving field of psychology. Our continuing education programs are designed not only to fulfill licensure requirements but also to enhance the professional growth of psychologists and mental health practitioners. By participating in our CE programs, professionals can deepen their expertise, stay informed about emerging trends, and ultimately provide the highest quality care to their clients. WSPA is committed to providing a wide array of continuing education programs tailored to the diverse needs of psychologists and mental health professionals. Our offerings include workshops, lectures, and conferences that cover various specialties within mental health, ensuring that practitioners stay abreast of the latest developments and best practices in their fields.

Calendar of Events

Collaborative Co-Sponsorship Opportunities

In addition to our internally developed programs, WSPA collaborates with external organizations to co-sponsor CE events. This collaborative approach allows us to extend our reach and provide high-quality educational opportunities to a broader audience. Organizations interested in co-sponsoring CE events with WSPA must ensure their programs meet APA’s Standards and Criteria. Applications for co-sponsorship should be submitted at least 60 days prior to the event date. (LINK TO CO-SPONSORSHIP AND APPLICATION PROCESS)

Submit a Continuing Education Program Abstract

The Washington State Psychological Association (WSPA) welcomes proposals from psychologists, researchers, and mental health professionals interested in presenting high-quality continuing education (CE) programming. As an APA-approved sponsor of continuing education, WSPA is committed to offering evidence-based, relevant, and engaging programming that meets the needs of licensed psychologists and other behavioral health providers. We invite abstracts for CE presentations in a variety of formats, including webinars, workshops, lectures, panel discussions, and skill-building sessions. All submissions must adhere to the APA Standards and Criteria for Approval of Sponsors of Continuing Education.