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      Impact of the EuroPsy : A European Benchmark for Psychology Education and Training

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          Abstract: Introduction: The EuroPsy is a set of standards for education and training in psychology, overseen by the European Federation of Psychologists’ Associations (EFPA) since 2010 and currently implemented in 28 countries across Europe. This paper examines how the EuroPsy certification process has impacted psychology in Europe. Methods: We reviewed data from individual countries, including annual reports, approval and reapproval applications, and minutes of annual meetings over the 13-year period from 2010 to 2023. We conducted a small number of interviews online where clarification was needed. Results: Three key areas have been impacted by the EuroPsy process: University psychology programmes across Europe have been revised in line with the EuroPsy curriculum; supervised practice has now been accepted as a core component of training; and many countries have revised their legislation on licensing in psychology to be consistent with the minimum standards outlined in the EuroPsy regulations. Conclusion: Contrary to expectations, the impact of the EuroPsy is reflected less in the number of certificates issued and more in the recognition of the certificate as a hallmark of quality, representing a benchmark that has influenced education, training, and legislation at a systemic level in European countries.

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                European Journal of Psychology Open
                European Journal of Psychology Open
                Hogrefe Publishing Group
                2673-8627
                January 14 2025
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                10.1024/2673-8627/a000070
                37005d7a-6695-4bb1-9d2c-c56ae3950557
                © 2025

                https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0

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