Frequently Asked Questions - National Certification (NCSP)
Frequently Asked Questions - National Certification (NCSP)
What do I need to do to obtain the NCSP?
The certification application asks me to send in my
transcripts. Do you want my undergraduate information?
Have my application, transcripts, and Praxis II scores
been received?
How long does it take to process the application?
What does the Praxis II revision mean?
I graduated from a non-NASP-approved program, and I did
not save course syllabi. How do I get this information?
When is my renewal date and what happens if I send my
renewal in early?
How do I renew if my NCSP is expired?
What forms do I need to submit for recertification?
What are the current fees for recertification?
What specific documentation is required for each CPD
activity?
Can I use state or local school system reports as
documentation?
How can I get a new certification card?
Who do I contact if I have a certification question?
What do I need to do to obtain the
NCSP?
Download the
application, either for graduates of
NASP-approved programs or for graduates
of non-approved programs. Detailed instructions and the necessary forms are
provided in these documents.
The certification application asks me to send in my
transcripts. Do you want my undergraduate information?
Please submit the official transcripts from your graduate
program. You do not need to submit your undergraduate transcripts.
Have my application, transcripts, and Praxis
II scores been received?
You can check the status of your certification by logging in
to the website and clicking "View My Account" (located at the top
right of the page) or you can call us at (866) 331-NASP or (301) 657-0270. To
look up your Praxis II scores, we need your name and the date you took the test.
How long does it take to process the
application?
Applications from graduates of NASP-approved
programs take about four weeks to process. Applications from graduates of non-approved
programs can take several months.
What does the Praxis
II revision mean?
The National
School Psychologist Test, administered by the Educational Testing Service,
was revised and rescaled in September of 2008. Material on the test was
updated, and the scoring scale for the test was changed. However, the same
content is covered by both tests. If you took the test before
9/1/2008 (test code 10400), then the passing score is 660. If you took the test after 9/1/2008 (test code 10401), then the
passing score is 165. These are equivalent scores, reflecting the same
number of correct answers on the test. All scores on the discontinued test are reportable
for nine (9) years.
I
graduated from a non -approved program, and I did not save course syllabi. How
do I get this information?
Contact the current program director of your training
program, as your program should have the necessary information on file. Also,
most universities and colleges keep copies of past university bulletins or
catalogs on file in their libraries.
When is my renewal date and what happens if I send my
renewal in early?
Your NCSP certification renewal date is located on your NCSP
certification card. You may also access this information by viewing
your profile. You have the option of renewing at the end of your three-year
period or you can renew any time upon completion of 75 hours of Continuing
Professional Development credits. Renewing early or before the renewal period
is expired will reset your renewal date to three years from the month of your
renewal.
How do I renew if my NCSP is expired?
You have three years to renew an expired credential by
submitting the renewal documentation, with valid CPD hours, and the appropriate
late fees. CPD hours expire after three years. If your NCSP expired more than
three years ago, you must reapply for the NCSP.
What forms do I need to submit for
recertification?
The renewal process involves filling out three forms: the
Renewal Payment, the Affidavit of Continuing Professional Development Credits,
and the Directory Information/Renewal Questionnaire form. These forms are
enclosed with your NCSP Renewal Booklet (which is mailed at least one month
prior to your expiration date, and are also available for download).
To ensure you receive your Renewal Booklet, please be sure you notify us of any
change of address. You may do this by editing
your profile online or by contacting us at cert@naspweb.org.
What are the current fees for
recertification?
Renewal fees are $90 every three years for NASP members and
$190 for non-members. Late fees apply. Fee information is located on the NCSP
Renewal Payment form.
What specific documentation is required for each CPD
activity?
Several forms of documentation are acceptable (certificates
of attendance, official transcripts, state or local summary reports, or
activity documentation forms) depending on the kind of CPD activity you are
documenting. You can refer to the NCSP
Renewal Booklet to determine the appropriate documentation for each activity.
Documentation should include the participant’s name, the activity type, the
activity’s title, the date it took place, the sponsor, and the hours of
participation. You must keep this documentation on file until you receive your
new certification card. If you are audited, we will require a copy of your
documentation. The number of hours you claim in each category and the evidence
you provide during an audit must match. Receipt of your NCSP card indicates you
have not been audited.
Can I use state or local school system
reports as documentation?
NASP accepts state or local continuing education summary
reports as documentation, provided the necessary information is included on the
report.
How can I get a new certification
card?
We can send you a new certification card if you contact us
at cert@naspweb.org, (866) 331-NASP,
(301) 657-0270 or NASP, Certification Department,
4340 East West Highway, Suite 402,
Bethesda,
MD
20814.
Who do I contact if I have a
certification question?
If you have additional questions, you can contact the
certification staff at cert@naspweb.org,
(866) 331-NASP or (301) 657-0270.