CPA’s Neuropsychology Division Presents:
Use of Psychometrists in Neuropsychological Assessment
Presenter: Anthony Rinaldi, PsyD, ABPP-CN
Date & Time: Thursday April 10th, 2025 from 5:30PM – 7:00PM Eastern Standard Time
Location: Via Zoom
Zoom Link: Emailed with ticket
Cost:
FREE for CPA Members
$40.00 for Non-members
Continuing Education: Eligible for 1.5 CE
Abstract:
This lecture will discuss the utility of Psychometrists in the practice of Neuropsychological practice. First, a brief definition and overview of the title/role of a Psychometrist and how they may fit into a Neuropsychological practice. Relevant State of CT laws will be discussed that shape the use of Psychometrists. A couple psychometry models will be presented to highlight the flexibility of the practice. Time savings and financial impacts of utilizing Psychometrists will also be reviewed. Lastly, critiques of the psychometry model will be discussed and future uses, particularly in the world of increased digital testing environment.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the presentation, participants will be able to:
1. Identify three ways in which a Psychometrist can be utilized in Neuropsychological practice
2. Understand and be able to explain two pros/cons of the Psychometry model
3. Learn about the future of psychometry and three factors to consider in the context of digital test administration
Research Citations
1. https://portal.ct.gov/dph/practitioner-licensing–investigations/psychology/psychology-technicians
2.Sweet, J. J., Klipfel, K. M., Nelson, N. W., & Moberg, P. J. (2020). Professional practices, beliefs, and incomes of U.S. neuropsychologists: The AACN, NAN, SCN 2020 practice and “salary survey.” The Clinical Neuropsychologist, 35(1), 7–80. https://doi.org/10.1080/13854046.2020.1849803
3. Kippie, A., Ryan, B. J., McManemy, H., Escobar Medina, M. R., Porter, P. M., & Malek-Ahmadi, M. (2018). National Association of Psychometrists: 2015 professional practices and salary survey of U.S. and Canadian psychometrists. The Clinical Neuropsychologist, 33(1), 13–31. https://doi.org/10.1080/13854046.2018.1472297
Presenter Biography
Anthony Rinaldi is board certified in clinical neuropsychology from the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP). Dr. Rinaldi specializes in neuropsychological assessments for older adults with concern for dementia diagnosis differential, though he has experience with multiple neurologic populations to include TBI, post-stroke, pre-surgical cases for Parkinson’s disease, movement disorders, autoimmune pathology, infectious disease, and complex medical presentations. Dr. Rinaldi is a member of APA Division 40 and AACN. Over the past 3.5 years, he has been the Co-Director of the Center for Cognitive Health within Hospital for Special Care in New Britain, CT. He is also owner/founder of Rinaldi Neuropsychology LLC that opened in January 2023 and is based in Tolland, CT.
Post-Webinar Evaluation Form:
Post-webinar evaluation form will be provided during the event and must be completed to receive a Continuing Education (CE) certificate.
Closed Captions: Live audio captions are accessible for this event. If you need additional disability-related accommodations, please contact us by email us at info@connpsych.org or by phone (860) 404-0333. Requests should be made at least two weeks in advance of workshop date.
Refund Policy: Participants may direct questions to CPA by email at info@connpsych.org or by phone at (860) 404-0333. Registrants may cancel and receive a full refund up to two-weeks in advance of workshop date. An administrative fee of $30 will be charged for cancellation of registration within two weeks of the workshop date (Social Justice events will not be charged an administrative fee). Please note, no refunds will be granted within 24 hours of workshop date.
Continuing Education Approval:
The Connecticut Psychological Association (CPA) is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to offer continuing education for psychologists. CPA maintains responsibility for the program and its content. CPA will issue certificates of completion. APA CE rules require that we only issue credits to those who attend the entire workshop. Those logging into the Zoom webinar more than 15 minutes late or logging off before the entire workshop is completed will not receive CE credits (i.e. partial CE credit will not be issued).
CPA GRIEVANCE POLICY:
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