NCPES Membership Community

Membership for Psychology Education Leaders & Institutions

NCPES membership connects psychology departments, institutions, and education leaders who are committed to high standards, ethical practice, and innovation in psychology education.

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Why Join NCPES?

Stay aligned with emerging standards in psychology education.
Participate in peer learning networks and working groups.
Contribute to policy discussions and consultation responses.
Showcase your commitment to quality and ethical practice.

Membership Categories

NCPES offers tiered membership options for institutions, psychology programs, and individual professionals.

Institutional Membership

For universities, colleges, and higher education providers that house one or more psychology departments or schools.

Institution-wide recognition as an NCPES member.
Access to institutional leadership forums.

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Program Membership

For specific psychology programs or departments seeking deeper engagement with curriculum, assessment, and professional skills development.

Program-level visibility in NCPES directories.
Invitations to discipline-focused workshops.

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Individual Membership

For academic staff, clinical educators, and education leaders who wish to contribute to NCPES initiatives and access member resources.

Discounts on events and training.
Opportunities for committee or review service.

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Membership Benefits by Stakeholder

See how NCPES membership provides value for institutional leaders, program teams, and students or graduates.

Strategic Partnership for Institutional Leaders

Presidents, provosts, and deans use NCPES membership to stay informed about trends in psychology education, share institutional practice, and influence the future direction of the discipline.

Participation in institutional leadership roundtables.
Advance notice of consultations and policy updates.
Access to benchmarking and survey insights.

Institutional leaders meeting as NCPES members

Professional Community for Program Teams

Heads of department and program teams engage with peers through NCPES working groups, thematic webinars, and communities of practice focused on curriculum, assessment, and supervised practice.

Invitations to discipline-focused webinars and workshops.
Opportunities to share case studies and innovations.
Access to teaching, learning, and assessment resources.

Visibility and Voice for Students & Graduates

NCPES member institutions can nominate student and graduate representatives to contribute perspectives on curriculum relevance, practice readiness, and wellbeing in psychology training.

Participation in student and early-career advisory forums.
Access to selected resources on study skills and transitions.
Opportunities to contribute feedback on standards and guidance.

Students networking through NCPES member activities

Membership Application Process

Structured, supportive steps to becoming an NCPES member.

Initial Conversation

Prospective members contact NCPES to discuss which membership category best fits their profile and goals.

Membership Application

Institutions or individuals submit an application outlining their context, psychology offerings, and areas of interest.

Review & Confirmation

NCPES reviews the application to confirm eligibility and assigns the appropriate membership category and fee band.

Welcome & Onboarding

New members receive a welcome pack, brand usage guidance, and invitations to upcoming member events.

Ongoing Engagement

Members can participate in working groups, consultations, and events, and renew membership on an annual basis.

NCPES Membership Network

A growing international community of psychology schools, departments, and educators.

The membership network brings together institutions and professionals who share a commitment to high-quality, ethically grounded psychology education. The figures below illustrate the current reach of NCPES membership.

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Member Institutions 90

Member Programs 350

Individual Members 420

Countries Represented 28

Membership FAQs

Key questions about joining and participating in NCPES.

Membership is open to recognised higher education institutions, psychology departments and programs, and individuals with a professional interest in psychology education, training, and quality assurance.

No. Membership signals engagement with NCPES and its community, while accreditation is a separate, evidence-based quality review. Many institutions choose to hold both NCPES membership and program or institutional accreditation.

Fees are set using a banded structure based on institution type, size, and membership category. Details are provided during the application and can be adjusted for multi-campus or system-level arrangements.

Membership is normally granted for one year at a time and can be renewed annually. Members receive reminders and an opportunity to update their profile before renewal.