About BCASP

PURPOSES The purposes of the British Columbia Association of School Psychologists are to represent the interests of school psychologists and to further the standards of school psychology practice in order to promote effective service to all students and their families by:

1. Encouraging and initiating activities appropriate to the strengthening and unifying of the profession of school psychology.
2. Assisting and promoting the development of high professional and ethical standards within its membership.
3. Promoting the advancement of educational standards in school psychology.
4. Promoting sound personal practice in school psychology.
5. Representing the needs, concerns and interests of school psychologists in areas of public relations, education programs, and legislative matters.

Mission Statement

The mission of the British Columbia Association of School Psychologists shall be to represent and advance the profession of school psychologists in British Columbia in the context of enhancing children's and adults' learning through:

• Establishing qualifications for the certification of school psychologists,
• Providing opportunities for continuing professional development,
• Expanding the role of applied psychology within the education system,
• Liaising with government, professional associations and advocacy organizations, and
• Being responsive to educators' needs.

CONSTITUTION

ETHICAL CONDUCT AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE: PRINCIPLES AND STANDARDS FOR MEMBERS OF THE BRITISH COLUMBIA ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS (March 2010)