Get Involved
Getting involved with NASP is a wonderful way to make the most of your membership experience, both by advancing the work of the profession and by connecting with peers on a one-to-one level. Below view a variety of ways to get more involved.
I am so thankful for the opportunity to serve on the Graduate Student Committee (GSC). In this role, I’ve been fortunate to collaborate with other school psychology graduate students, graduate educators, practitioners, and NASP staff to advocate for the field. Further, my experience on the GSC bolstered my ability to lead in local organizations.
Amy, graduate student, Texas
Earn CPD for Reviewing Convention Presentation Proposals This Summer!
NASP seeks volunteers to review presentation proposals for the NASP 2025 Annual Convention in Seattle, WA, February 18-21, 2025.
Apply for a Volunteer Leader Opening
Generally, opportunities to volunteer are posted on the Member Exchange. Most committee positions are advertised in the spring, with appointments typically beginning July 1. Other opportunities, such as serving on a task force or writing team, may open throughout the year.
Government and Professional Relations Committee
Seeking an at-large member. Apply by May 24.
National School Psychology Certification Board
Seeking two members as well as Field Reviewers for non-NASP-approved/accredited applications. Applications due May 31.
Practice Model Committee
Seeking active, engaged practitioner to serve a 3-year term. Applications due by May 31.
Professional Growth Committee
Seeking a member to serve a 3-year term. Applications due by June 16.
Research Committee
Seeking a member to serve a 3-year term. Applications due by June 7.
Earn CPD Credit
One of the perks of getting involved with NASP is that if the activity benefits you professionally, upgrading your skills or knowledge in a particular area, you may be able to claim CPD credit towards renewal of your NCSP. For clarifying questions, category descriptions, and documentation requirements, view the CPD Guidelines webpage.
Top Ways to Get Involved
Become a Volunteer Leader
Learn more about NASP's volunteer leadership structure, including committees and boards. Position openings are primarily in the spring.
Submit Your Manuscript
Submit your research for publication in School Psychology Review or Communiqué. View details and author guidelines for both publications.
Engage in Advocacy
Visit the Advocacy Action Center to write to your elected officials about proposed legislation or join the conversation on social media using #NASPadvocates.
Review NCSP Applications
Evaluate applications from NCSP candidates who graduated from a non-NASP-approved program. Volunteers review about three portfolios per year.
Present at the Convention
Submit a convention proposal when the Call for Presentation Proposals opens in May or volunteer to blindly review proposal submissions to help develop the educational program.
Chat in the Communities
Join Interest Groups and follow the conversations in the NASP Member Exchange and other groups. Weigh in with your expertise or experience.
Recognize a Colleague
Nominate an outstanding peer for the Leadership in Action Spotlight, the Early Career Spotlight, or the Model Intern Supervisor Recognition.
Approved Providers
This program promotes quality standards for continuing professional development. Review 6 to 12 applications per year. Contact aps@naspweb.org for details.
NASP MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
Deciding on Next Steps After Graduation
I really lucked out when I searched the NASP Find-a-Mentor directory and discovered Sara.
Jon Goodwin
Early career school psychologist Jon Goodwin shares how having a mentor helped him reach beyond his current support network to get perspective from someone with similar interests. In this interview, he and Sara Platt, his mentor, talk about what made the mentorship work so well and share some of the highlights of the mentorship.
Give Back to the Profession
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Become a Mentor
Volunteer to provide mentorship to colleagues. Sign-ups for our manual match mentorship program begin in July 2024.
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Comment in the Communities
Follow the conversations happening in the NASP Member Exchange and other Interest Groups and weigh in when you have expertise or experience with a particular discussion.
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Review NCSP Portfolios
Volunteer to review portfolio submissions from NCSP applications from non-NASP-approved graduate programs. Earn CPD for your contributions.