Contact & Educational Resources
Connect with authoritative psychology education resources and professional organizations to support your educational journey and career development.
Professional Organizations
American Psychological Association (APA)
The APA is the leading scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States.
- Education Resources: www.apa.org/education
- Accredited Programs: accreditation.apa.org/accredited-programs
- Student Resources: www.apa.org/education/undergrad
Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB)
The ASPPB facilitates interstate mobility and provides resources on licensing requirements.
- Licensing Information: State-specific requirements and contact information
- PSYPACT: Interstate practice compact information
Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers (APPIC)
APPIC coordinates the predoctoral internship matching process and provides guidance for doctoral students.
Federal Resources
U.S. Department of Education
The Department of Education provides information on institutional accreditation and federal financial aid programs.
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
NIMH is the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders, offering research opportunities and career information.
Federal Student Aid
StudentAid.gov provides comprehensive information on federal financial aid, FAFSA, and loan repayment programs.
Bureau of Labor Statistics
The BLS Occupational Outlook offers current data on psychology careers, salaries, and employment projections.
Specialty Organizations
- Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP)
- National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)
- Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
- Association for Psychological Science (APS)
- American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP)
Next Steps
Explore Our Resources
Continue your research with our comprehensive guides:
- Psychology Degree Programs - Understand your educational options
- Career Paths - Explore diverse psychology careers
- Specializations - Find your area of focus
- Admissions Requirements - Prepare your application
- Accreditation Guide - Understand program quality standards
- Financial Aid - Discover funding opportunities
- FAQ - Get answers to common questions
Take Action
- Research programs using the APA accredited programs database
- Connect with psychology professors and professionals for informational interviews
- Gain relevant experience through volunteering, research assistant positions, or internships
- Prepare for standardized tests (GRE) if required
- Join student chapters of professional psychology organizations
- Attend psychology conferences and career fairs
Stay Informed
Psychology education standards, accreditation requirements, and career opportunities evolve continuously. Regularly consult authoritative sources including the APA, your state licensing board, and institutional program websites for the most current information.
We encourage prospective students to contact programs directly with specific questions about curriculum, funding, faculty research interests, and admission processes.