Registration Review Process

Registration items are reviewed on a monthly cycle. A cutoff of the 15th of each month applies, including applications for registration, requests for oral examinations, and transfer examination requests. Items must be complete and submitted by the 15th, with eligible items processed as soon as practicable and reviews completed by the end of the calendar month. Registration decisions are typically emailed no later than two weeks after the review is completed.

For items submitted in December, holiday office closures mean reviews may extend slightly into early January, but all processing will be completed by mid-January. Timelines may also be extended during office closures or other periods of reduced availability. If this affects a review, processing will be completed as soon as practicable thereafter.

Oral and Transfer Examinations

Oral and transfer examinations are generally held monthly, with up to four timeslots per month. Specific dates and times are arranged by NSRP Administrative Support Staff once the NSRP has approved the request or application.

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis:

The Nova Scotia Regulator of Psychology (NSRP) is a regulatory body that oversees the practice of psychology to ensure public safety and professional standards. We do not provide emergency services, crisis intervention, or referrals to psychologists. For immediate support, please contact one of the following confidential mental health and addictions services:

Nova Scotia Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line

1-888-429-8167

24/7 support

Emergency Services

911

Call 911 or visit your nearest hospital emergency department

Mental Health and Addictions Intake

1-855-922-1122

to access community-based services

For non-emergency inquiries about finding a psychologist, you may contact the Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia (APNS) at https://apns.ca/ for referral information.

Psychology is a regulated profession under the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA). “Psychologist” is a title protected by a law that governs the practice of psychology in Nova Scotia.

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REGULATING PSYCHOLOGISTS IN NOVA SCOTIA SINCE 1980

Registration Review Process