NASP Ethics and Principles Practice Exam

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• Which principle emphasizes the importance of confidentiality within school psychology practice?
• How does NASP recommend handling ethical complaints against a colleague?
• What is one major life activity mentioned in the definition of disability?
• Can school psychologists share student information with parents?
• Which ethical principle should school psychologists follow regarding student welfare?
• What is considered unprofessional conduct according to NASP ethics?
• What do professional codes of ethics provide within the field of school psychology?
• How should school psychologists approach the issue of student assessment results?
• What is the ethical stance on using test scores for high-stakes decisions?
• Effective feedback in ethical practice assessments is best described as?
• According to Section 504/ADA, what is an individual with a disability defined as?
• By which birthday must the Local Education Agency notify a student and parents about the transfer of educational rights?
• What can parents do with information used to make educational decisions about their children?
• According to the NASP Code of Ethics, can a student's sexual orientation be disclosed without their permission?
• Which of the following actions may lead to disciplinary action under the conduct with students standard?
• How is non-discrimination addressed in NASP ethics?
• What does professional integrity involve according to NASP standards?
• What does the need-to-know principle emphasize in professional relationships?
• What is considered unethical regarding the use of school property?
• Is parental consent required for a school psychologist to review a child's educational records?
• Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of practicing within one's capabilities?
• Do parents have access to all official school records according to the Family Educational and Privacy Rights Act?
• When providing consultative services, who do school psychologists primarily consider to be their responsibility?
• What should be the core of any consultation process?
• What must be provided to parents when an intern is involved in providing psychological services?
• Which standard emphasizes legal compliance for educators?
• What obligation do school psychologists have when discussing referrals with clients?
• In almost all states, can school psychologists obtain a license for private practice if they have a specialist degree?
• Which of the following is NOT part of the problem-solving approach to consultation?
• Why is engaging with families important for school psychologists?
• True or False: A school psychologist can discuss a client’s confidential information if a significant threat to safety exists.
• What is the primary importance that supervisors should consider when providing supervision?
• Necessary changes in ethical practice should be informed by which of the following?
• What is the role of school psychologists in relation to ethical standards?
• What is one key aspect of ethical interventions in school settings?
• Evidentiary privileged communication refers to the right of whom to prevent disclosure of shared information in legal proceedings?
• What are professional boundaries in NASP ethics?
• True or False: According to The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), all school district employees have access to all student records.
• What is the primary function of graduate-program accreditation in school psychology?
• What is one principle emphasized by NASP regarding confidentiality?
• When is it crucial for school psychologists to breach confidentiality?
• What is one potential consequence of high-stakes testing?
• True or False: In emergencies, it is acceptable to bypass parent consent for psychological services.
• Which practice helps in enhancing ethical standards in schools?
• What term describes a supervisee who is able to perform responsibilities despite experiencing stress?
• What can continuous evaluation of ethical practices lead to?
• Which of the following facilitates a stronger ethical framework in schools?
• What does an Individualized Education Program (IEP) include?
• True or False: The enrollment period for a graduating student ends on December 31 of the year of graduation.
• What should school psychologists do if parents wish to withdraw consent for services?
• What is the primary work setting for the majority of school psychologists?
• What are sources of quality control in school psychology intended to protect?
• What is the importance of creating an ethical climate within schools?
• What is required before establishing a school psychologist-client relationship?
• What does informed consent entail in school psychology?
• How should school psychologists manage conflicts of interest?
• What does the principle of "Integrity in Relationships" emphasize?
• Under which circumstances can a psychologist breach confidentiality?
• If a teacher conducts a behavior screening on public student behavior, is parent consent required under federal law?
• True or False: Confidentiality refers to the ethical responsibility of psychologists to not disclose private information within the client-psychologist relationship except under certain circumstances.
• What does "No Probable Cause" indicate in a preliminary investigation?
• Which statement about ethical referrals is correct?
• What role do stakeholders play in the ethics review process?
• When dealing with students, which principle is vital for counselors to follow?
• What aspect is crucial for a grounded ethical practice evaluation?
• True or False: Section 504 is legislation that ensures access to special education for students with various disabilities.
• Upon becoming a member of NASP, what do school psychologists agree to follow?
• Which principle emphasizes respect for the dignity and worth of all individuals?
• During consultation, what should the consultant prioritize?
• What is the role of NASP in the training of school psychologists?
• What does a manifest determination review examine?
• Which of the following actions would be considered an unethical conflict of interest?
• Which of the following reports must an educator file?
• Which of the following statements about the specialist degree in school psychology is incorrect?
• Why might a school use an interim alternative educational setting for a child?
• Which of the following is an ethical obligation of school psychologists regarding privacy?
• Which act provides parents the right to control access to their child's educational records?
• Is contracting a stage in the problem-solving process of consultation that clarifies roles and responsibilities for the consultee?
• Regularly reviewing ethical practices can lead to?
• What constitutes a violation of the remunerative conduct standard?
• What is referred to when a school psychologist shares values and goals with their clients?
• Under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), can homeless youth enroll in school without proof of guardianship?
• What is the primary aim of instructional consultation?
• Who is considered the father of school and clinical psychology?
• True or False: Parents have the right to request that their child's education records be amended if they believe the records contain errors.
• What condition must be met for minimal competency tests to be legally permissible?
• What is a benefit of remaining updated on ethical guidelines?
• What is one of the four critical areas the Code provides guidance for?
• What is the primary responsibility of school psychologists according to NASP ethics?
• Must a district provide an educational program at no cost if a child is age-eligible for school?
• True or False: Supervisors can unconditionally require interns to work outside normal hours for personal reasons.
• What does NASP advise regarding dual relationships?
• What does NASP say about the use of technology in school psychology practices?
• True or False: Test developers should inform test takers about their rights and responsibilities.
• What is the purpose of a reprimand according to professional ethics?
• What does NASP say about the use of data in decision-making?
• What does NASP say about interdisciplinary collaboration?
• Under IDEA, when can a child with a disability be placed in an interim alternative educational setting?
• Do parents have the right to access the psychological and education records of their children?
• According to the Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA), students cannot be required to complete surveys revealing which of the following without parent notice and an opt-out option?
• What does 'revocation' refer to in the context of the Code?
• In terms of educational law, what role does it play in school psychology?
• What is the primary ethical obligation of school psychologists when providing services?
• Which of the following is considered unethical regarding the sharing of confidential information?
• What is a primary goal of ethical practice for school psychologists?
• What does a warning signify in the context of professional conduct?
• What action is required if an educator is aware of a violation of the Code of Ethics?
• Is it ethical for school psychologists to manage confidential student information?
• How is 'suspension' defined in the Code?
• Which principle underlies the ethical practice of psychology?
• How is a 'student' defined in the Code?
• What behavior constitutes abandonment of contract for an educator?
• Who should provide feedback during the review of ethical practices in schools?
• How should school psychologists discuss ethics with students?
• Which question is NOT generally considered by the court in tort cases?
• What source of law is referred to as "discovered law" rather than enacted law?
• What is a key responsibility of school psychologists concerning ethical dilemmas?
• What is the purpose of the APA's proposed model legislation regarding the title "psychologist"?
• To assist advanced students, which skill should they develop?
• What is one key responsibility of an intern providing psychological services?
• What action may be considered unethical regarding a professional's criminal history?
• How can school psychologists uphold the principle of equity?
• Does Section 504 require reevaluation every three years?
• Which of the following is true regarding the problem-solving approach to consultation?
• What must school psychologists do if a parent believes inaccurate information is in their child's education records?
• What must an educator comply with regarding confidential information of students and personnel?
• When working with families, what should the focus be for school psychologists?
• What does 'minimal intervention' refer to in NASP ethics?
• What is the focus of Code of Ethics Standard 5?
• What does the term 'assent' refer to in educational context?
• What requirement must be met for English language learners in public schools?
• Should a school psychologist bypass student assent if it is thought the service is a direct benefit?
• Why is student feedback important in school assessments?
• Under IDEA and FERPA, what are parents allowed to inspect upon request?
• What is true about student assignments to self-contained classes?
• Within what timeframe must reports of breaches of the Code of Ethics be submitted?
• Can school psychologists keep sole possession records as memory aids?
• What is a key consideration when maintaining records as a school psychologist?
• What is the ethical implication of using research in practice?
• What should school psychologists do if they encounter unethical behavior among colleagues?
• According to the Code, who can provide information about resolving challenges to scores?
• Which aspect of school psychology is addressed by credentialing?
• What type of relationship must educators maintain with students according to the ethics standards?
• What is a significant goal of the problem-solving consultation process?
• Who qualifies as an 'educator' under the Code?
• In a school with MTSS/RTI practices, does a teacher have the choice to refuse consultative services?
• What should school psychologists consider when making decisions about interventions?
• Who should school psychologists discuss confidential information with?
• What is prohibited under the alcohol and drugs standard?
• What should supervisors prioritize when providing feedback to interns?
• True or False: The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) ensures parents have access to their children's educational records for privacy protection.
• How should school psychologists handle parental requests for records?
• What should be provided to test takers when a test is optional?
• What is the purpose of continuous evaluation in ethical practices?
• Why is it important to stay updated with changing ethical guidelines?
• Under which circumstance is tutoring for remuneration acceptable?
• True or False: School psychology internship field supervisors must co-sign all documents signed by the intern.
• Which of the following is NOT one of NASP's strategic goals?
• Who is recognized as the founder of developmental psychology and favored a nomothetic approach?
• When can confidentiality in a consultant-consultee relationship be breached?
• Should school psychologists respect parents' objections to psychological services and guide them to alternatives?
• What type of standards should school psychologists aim for in their assessments?
• How does NASP encourage the advancement of professional skills?
• In which scenarios should a school psychologist consult with colleagues?
• Is Section 504 designed to protect individuals with disabilities from discrimination in federally funded programs?
• What ethical obligation is tied to assessment practices?
• To be eligible for Section 504 protections, what is required?
• What constitutes professional conduct for an educator?
• What is the primary purpose of the NASP Ethical Standards?
• What action is appropriate for a school psychologist if their ethical beliefs clash with institutional policies?
• What does research suggest about self-contained classes for low-ability students?
• True or False: The guarantees of confidentiality apply equally in a supervisor-supervisee relationship as they do in a psychologist-client relationship.
• Which of these is NOT a critical area mentioned in the Code?
• What ethical obligation do school psychologists have to their professional colleagues?
• Why are complaints filed with the Professional Standards Commission required to be signed?
• What does NASP recommend about ongoing professional development?
• In what cases might a school psychologist be involved in legal proceedings?
• How many hours of supervision per week must internship field supervisors provide according to NASP/NCSP requirements?
• What role does empathy play in school psychology ethics?
• Was the NASP Practice Model approved by the NASP delegate assembly in 2010 based on 10 domains of practice?
• According to NASP, what should be implemented to promote student safety?
• Broad themes of NASP's 2020 code of ethics include which of the following?
• Which statement is true regarding educational programs for age-eligible children?
• What type of information must be accessible to parents under education record guidelines?
• What is the role of ongoing professional development in school psychology?
• Which agency oversees the certification of school psychologists in Georgia?
• Do school psychologists have an obligation to respect the privacy of students regarding their gender identity?
• What does 'denial' mean concerning certification?
• In Newport-Mesa Unified School District v. State of California Department of Education (2005), what was the ruling regarding providing parents with a completed WISC-IV test protocol?
• What is the purpose of supervision in relation to ethical standards?
• What does informed consent require from the individual giving consent?
• What is the significance of cultural competence in school psychology?
• True or False: School psychologists must define the parameters of confidentiality to students when offering services.
• What does the standard of honesty require from educators?
• Which of the following scenarios would NOT require informed consent according to NASP ethics?
• What is a requirement for minimal competency tests?
• In ethical discussions, what is the role of school psychologists toward their students?
• Which statement accurately represents the obligation of school psychologists regarding diversity factors?
• What is the key component of monitoring an educator's conduct?
• What is a condition that may lead to a breach of student confidentiality?
• What should test developers consider regarding test takers when creating tests?
• How can school psychologists advocate for social justice?
• How do school psychologists ensure culturally responsive practices?
• What is the principle of Social Responsibility in NASP ethics?
• What is the recommended action when parents of a nonverbal child with autism insist on placing their child in a general education classroom?
• What is a key component of measurement in assessing student progress?
• What is a key responsibility of educators regarding public funds?
• What was the purpose of the first Blueprint for Training and Practice developed in 1984?
• What should school psychologists take into account when implementing interventions?
• What is the purpose of ethical decision-making models in school psychology?
• What is a key component of revising ethical practices in educational settings?
• What do certificates refer to in this context?
• An educator's responsibility includes filing reports on which of the following?
• Is public school law primarily informed by the US Constitution, statutes, regulations, and case law?
• At what age do educational rights transfer from parents to the student with an IEP?
• How is the concept of 'advocacy' defined within NASP ethics for school psychologists?
• What is the main goal of ethical standards in school psychology?
• Is it appropriate for a school psychologist to take on the role of therapist for a teacher with personal emotional problems?
• Which amendment was created to prevent state governments from trespassing on the rights of individual citizens?
• In what situation is it ethically permissible for psychologists to provide psychological assistance without parental consent?
• What might be a consequence of not updating ethical practices?
• Is voluntary participation in decision making about school psychological services encouraged for minor students?
• Under what condition can a school psychologist breach confidentiality?
• Why is respect crucial in professional relationships among school psychologists?
• What does confidentiality mean in the context of NASP ethics?
• According to NASP's code of ethics, which scenario is considered permissible without informed parental consent?
• How should school psychologists handle evaluations of students with disabilities?
• What is the relevance of professional advocacy as per NASP standards?
• What should school psychologists consider before providing services to students?
• What should a school psychologist do if they suspect child abuse?
• Is the SST an interdisciplinary group that collaborates to address student difficulties?
• What is the primary purpose of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?
• As a future school psychologist, is it ethically acceptable to bypass a child’s assent to services if the service is considered beneficial?
• What must educators avoid when administering state-mandated assessments?
• How does NASP define a school psychologist?
• What is required when a school psychologist refers a child to another professional?
• How can feedback be effectively utilized in ethical practice revisions?
• Why is confidentiality crucial in the school setting?
• What is considered a 'complaint' according to the Code?
• True or False: Supervisee distress refers to a supervisee who cannot perform minimal responsibilities due to mental or physical difficulties.