Louisiana Administrative Code
Title 46 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS
Part LXIII - Psychologists
Subpart 1 - General Provisions
Chapter 11 - Supervision of Assistants to Psychologists
Section LXIII-1100 - Scope and Definitions

1. Assistant to a Psychologist (ATAP)-a non-licensed individual who aids a Licensed Psychologist in the provision of psychological services to patients and clients. ATAP's do not evaluate, interpret or make other judgments related to psychological tests. ATAP's may be responsible for implementing, not designing, interventions or protocols.

2. General Professional Supervision-the direct supervisory contact with the ATAP. Supervision in this context may include activities such as individual supervision, group supervision, case management, professional development, and review of the work completed by the ATAP.

3. Continuous Professional Supervision-ongoing training and oversight for the procedure furnished under the psychologist's overall direction and control, including maintenance of the necessary equipment and supplies. Under Continuous Professional Supervision the psychologist's presence is not required during the performance of the procedure. However, the supervisor shall be available to the ATAP in person, during the time when the ATAP is rendering professional services, or arrange the availability of a qualified supervisor who is authorized to intervene with a client. Exceptions to this provision must have prior approval by the board.

4. Supervisor or Supervising Psychologist-a psychologist licensed under the provisions of Title 37 Chapter 28 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes who shall have competence in the specific area of practice in which supervision is being given.