There are many different occupations that include the role of counselling. Some of these can be noted in the ‘Related Occupations’ list to the right. It’s important to note that for some counselling occupations and positions there may be a range of appropriate professional or educational pathways. Factors that may influence the counselling occupation and training program you choose are: the type of organization you want to work for, your preferred timeline for training/schooling, areas of specialization (what issues you’d like to help people with), personal philosophies or preferred approaches, and the demographic of people that you’d like to help.
Counsellors who provide psychotherapy have a range of educational backgrounds and may choose a specific area of practice. More information about areas of work and specific disciplines of study can be found on the following occupational profile pages:
Marriage and Family Therapist
Religious/Spiritual Leaders & Professionals
Psychologist
School and Guidance Counsellor
Social Worker
Addictions Counsellor (OCCinfo by alis)
First: Obtain An Undergraduate Degree
To become a registered Psychologist in Manitoba you will at the minimum, a Doctoral degree (Ph.D., Ed.,D., etc.) to qualify. Before you can get your Doctoral degree, you must usually complete a Masters degree (M.A., M.Ed., etc.) prior which will generally require an undergraduate four year degree. I would recommend choosing an undergraduate that includes a Psychology Honors, Specialization or Major route. This will highly increase your chances of later being accepted into a Graduate program anywhere in Canada. Below are a few options for Undergraduate study in Manitoba.
Undergraduate Schools With Psychology Degrees in Saskatchewan:
Second: Obtain a Masters Degree or Higher
To achieve the minimum requirements to register as a Psychologist in Manitoba, you must obtain a Doctoral degree, however you can register as a Psychological Associate with a Master’s degree. The difference between a Psychological Associate and Psychologist in Manitoba is as follows:
Psychological Associate (With a Supervised Practice)
- Requires either a Psychology Doctoral Degree OR a Psychology Master’s and two full time years of poster Master’s degree applied psychology practice under another registered psychologist.
Psychological Associate (With independent practice privileges)
- Requires four years of post degree supervision under another registered Psychologist, and the completion of an oral exam, along with jurisprudence exam.
Psychologist
- Requires a Psychology Doctoral Degree along with two years of supervised practice under another registered psychologist.
Graduate School Programs in Manitoba:
Third: Where and How do I Register?
Register as a Psychologist in Manitoba: Psychological Association of Manitoba
The Guidelines for applicants for registration as a Psychologist as a Psychological Associate can be found in the .PDF document Here.
You can apply as a Candidate standing if you are currently completing your Masters degree for a Psychological Associate Candidates, or as a Psychologist Candidate if you are currently accepted into a Doctoral program. This is with the expectation that you are working towards completing your requirements.
As stated above under “Second: Obtain a Masters Degree or Higher” you will notice that depending on your education you may apply as a Psychological Associate or a Psychologist. If you have just completed either, then you must apply to be a Psychological Associate. However, if you just have a Masters, then you will first have to complete two full times years of supervised psychology practice under another registered psychologist. As well, a Master student will have to get a score of 500 or better on the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP).
When starting out as a Psychological Associate, you have to work under a Supervised Practice. Once a Psychological Associate has completed four years of post degree supervision by a registered psychologist, pass an oral exam, and pass a jurisprudence exam, then they can then apply for independent practice privileges.
To qualify and register as a Psychologist you must obtain a Doctoral Degree, and have two full times years of applied psychology practice under another registered Psychologist, pass an oral exam, pass a jurisprudence exam, and pass the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) with a score of 500 or better.
For more information on registering as a Psychological Associate or Psychologist in manitoba please visit the
The Psychological Association of Manitoba website.
The Psychological Association of Manitoba
162 – 2025 Corydon Ave., #253
Winnipeg MB R3P 0N5 *
Phone: (204) 487-0784 Fax (204) 489-8688
Further Information On Becoming A Psychologist in Manitoba:
The Psychological Association of Manitoba
Canadian Psychological Association – @ CPA
Graduate Guide 2009-2010.PDF – @ Canadian Psychological Association
Manitoba Psychological Society
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This program is for Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Information for international students who wish to study with us can be found at Intensive program packages.
Credential: Earn a University of Manitoba Certificate in Applied Counselling.
Fees: $3,745 for required courses, plus electives and $100 non-refundable application fee
Expected duration: 2 to 5 years, part-time
Admission requirements: Grade 12 diploma or equivalent, or mature student status
If primary language is not English, proof of English proficiency is required. http://www.umanitoba.ca/student/admissions/international/english/
Application requirements: With your application, include any supporting documents such as letters of reference or intent, and these two completed forms:
Self-Declaration of an Adult Criminal Record (PDF)
Self-Declaration of a Child Abuse Registry Record (PDF)
Students must submit original copies of their current Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check prior to receiving approval to graduate. Both must be issued within the six months prior to the graduation date. Criminal Record Checks must be conducted by the local police agency in the jurisdiction where the student lives. Child Abuse Registry Checks are conducted by the Government of Manitoba. Allow four to six weeks for checks to be issued, and submit them to Extended Education six to eight weeks prior to graduation.
Course requirements: Students must complete COUN 0100 first, and their Capstone course last. All courses in the ACC program are screening courses and students must adhere to the personal suitability criteria throughout the entire program.They must obtain a minimum grade of C+ in each course (including Addictions Foundation of Manitoba courses) and maintain 90 percent attendance in order to receive a passing grade.
Choice of General Stream or Specialization in Addictions Studies. The Specialization in Addictions Studies combines program courses with courses from the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba.
Psychological Association of Manitoba
News and Announcements
September 23rd 2021
Notice: False Facebook Account Impersonating Dr. Rebecca Broder
As the regulatory body for the practice of psychology, the Psychological Association of Manitoba is responsible for ensuring that the public can trust the profession of psychology and to feel assured that they can receive psychological services safely and competently. Recently, we learned of a Facebook page that espouses racist and anti-indigenous views that gives the appearance of being the Facebook page of a Registered Psychologist (Dr. Rebecca Broder). Dr. Broder has contacted us to state that this webpage was not created by her, that she unequivocally rejects the views stated in it, and that she has contacted the police. This Facebook page also does not accurately indicate her current office address. Dr. Broder has extensive experience providing psychological services to members of the indigenous community in Manitoba and she is a respected member of the psychology community. We are satisfied that this Facebook page was made by someone else who misrepresented themselves as Dr. Broder. We strongly denounce these racist views and acknowledge the harm they cause.
April 5th 2021
February 22, 2021 Dr. Richard Shore Surrender of Registration
The full Resolution and Order is available in the Disciplinary Findings section of the website. https://www.cpmb.ca/reprimand.php
March 24th 2021
In Memoriam Dr. Jim Nickels
We are saddened to learn of the death of Dr. Jim Nickels this past weekend in Winnipeg. Dr. Nickels (Ph.D., 1955, University of Missouri) played an instrumental role in the development of professional clinical psychology in the province of Manitoba. He was recruited to the University of Manitoba in 1967, where he served as a Professor in the Department of Psychology until his retirement in 2009. Dr. Nickels was the first Coordinator of the Clinical Training Program at the University of Manitoba and the Director of the Psychological Service Centre (1965-1971), which remains the psychology training clinic on the Ft. Garry campus . In 2018, Dr. Nickels was able to give the keynote address at the 50th Anniversary of Clinical Psychology Training Program that he had started. His intelligence, wit, and cheerfulness will be missed.
Harold R. Wallbridge Ph.D., C.Psych.
Director
Psychological Service Centre
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 2N2
General office: (204) 474-9222
Fax: (204) 4746297
September 13th 2020
Covid Tele-psychology and University-Based Counselling Centres:
At its September 11, 2020 meeting, PAM Executive Council voted to extend the terms of the Temporary Tele-psychology Agreement (outlined in the March 24, 2020 News Announcement below). Specifically, those Psychologists working in University-based counselling centres, who are unable to meet with students enrolled in programs at those universities, because of the Covid-19 pandemic, may practice tele-psychology into Manitoba with those students, without the need for PAM registration.
As was the case in March, the following conditions apply to this permission and these practitioners:
1. They must be registered/licensed in good standing in the jurisdiction where the University training program exists at the time the services are provided;
2. They must practice only within their areas of competence and in keeping with any terms, limits and conditions on their license/certificate of registration;
3. They must provide the services only to students enrolled in their universities but who are unable to attend in person due to the COVID-19 situation.
Like the agreement announced in March, this one will be periodically reviewed as to its necessity.
Out of province practitioners are asked to confirm their understanding and acceptance of the requirements listed above, by notifying the PAM office of their intention to provide tele-psychology service to these students in Manitoba. Practitioners should email the College ([email protected]) providing their name, the jurisdiction in which they are registered/licensed, and their registration/license number. While PAM will endeavour to acknowledge receipt of this information, practitioners need not wait for confirmation before initiating service.
March 24th 2020
Covid and Temporary Tele-Psychology to Manitoba Clients:
Under normal circumstances, Psychologists from outside of Manitoba are not permitted to practice tele-psychology into MB, without being registered with PAM. Doing so will often result in the issuance of a letter pointing out that the Psychologist is engaging in “unauthorized practice” However, in response to the urgent COVID-19 situation, PAM Executive Council has voted to not initiate an “unauthorized practice” action against an out of province practitioner practicing tele-psychology into Manitoba with a previously existing client provided they:
1. Are registered/licensed in good standing in another jurisdiction at the time the services are provided;
2. Practice only within their areas of competence and in keeping with any terms, limits and conditions on
their license/certificate of registration;
3. Provide the services only to existing clients temporarily in Manitoba due to the COVID-19 situation;
4. Determine it is clinically ill-advised to temporarily stop services and/or to transfer the service to a member
of PAM.
Out of province practitioners are asked to confirm their understanding and acceptance of the requirements listed above, by notifying the PAM office of their intention to provide tele-psychology service to existing clients in Manitoba. Practitioners should email the College ([email protected]) providing their name, the jurisdiction in which they are registered/licensed, and their registration/license number. While PAM will endeavour to acknowledge receipt of this information, practitioners need not wait for confirmation before initiating service.
Please NOTE: PAM does not have the authority to authorize its members to practice into other jurisdictions. If members of PAM have questions regarding the provision of tele-psychology services into other jurisdictions based on their registration in Manitoba, they must contact the jurisdiction in question. It is our understanding that the other Canadian jurisdictions are taking steps to make this possible but the requirements, (e.g., notifying the College; time limits on such services, etc.), may vary among jurisdictions. The following information from the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB) may be of assistance.
https://cdn.ymaws.com/www.asppb.net/resource/resmgr/covid19/temporary_interjuisdictional.pdf
March 13th 2020
To assist PAM Registrants in addressing the challenges associated with the COVID-19 Coronavirus, the following websites are offered as sources of helpful and reputable information:
Information for the Public: https://www.gov.mb.ca/health/coronavirus/
Information for Health Care Providers, Physicians & Staff: https://sharedhealthmb.ca/health-providers/coronavirus-resources/
November 17th 2019
PAM Executive Council voted on Nov. 14, 2019 to adopt Part 2 of the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP). As of January 1, 2021, all Candidates for registration will be required to pass both Parts 1 and 2 of the EPPP. Until that date, passing part 1 of the EPPP will meet that portion of the requirements for registration. There are no changes to any other registration requirements.
Candidates will be required to pass Part 1 of the examination before they can sit for Part 2. The exam is rolling out on November 1, 2020 and while candidates may wish to take it then (for the purposes of mobility), PAM will not require it until January 1, 2021.
Further information regarding Part 2 of the examination (along with an FAQ) can be found here at https://www.asppb.net/page/EPPPPart2-Skills.
The link above provides a good deal of important information about the exam, sample items, as well as an outline of the reduced fee for initial test takers. We recognize that this is a significant change to the examination requirements for registration as a Psychologist. It is however one that is in line with the need for an objective, valid, and reliable means of assessing entry level competence to practice. With two parts to the exam, the EPPP will now assess both the foundational knowledge (Part 1) and skills (Part 2) required for safe, ethical, and competent practice.
Please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected] with any questions you may have regarding this change to our examination requirements.
April 27th 2019
Please click on the links below to access the 2019 AGM powerpoint presentations:
Friesen 2019 AGM Presentation
Rothman 2019 AGM Presentation
May 23rd 2018
To better formalize a number of policy decisions made by PAM Council over time, a policy manual has been developed and can be reviewed here:
PAM Policy Manual
October 22nd 2017
To assist PAM Registrants in addressing concerns over Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) Legislation and their responsibilities under that legislation, a Practice Advisory has been created and can be found here:
Medical Assistance in Dying Practice Advisory
Please contact the Registrar with any further questions or concerns you may have.
Notice: False Facebook Account Impersonating Dr. Rebecca BroderAs the regulatory body for the practice of psychology, the Psychological Association of Manitoba is responsible for ensuring that the public can trust the profession of psychology and to feel assured that they can receive psychological services safely and competently. Recently, we learned of a Facebook page that espouses racist and anti-indigenous views that gives the appearance of being the Facebook page of a Registered Psychologist (Dr. Rebecca Broder). Dr. Broder has contacted us to state that this webpage was not created by her, that she unequivocally rejects the views stated in it, and that she has contacted the police. This Facebook page also does not accurately indicate her current office address. Dr. Broder has extensive experience providing psychological services to members of the indigenous community in Manitoba and she is a respected member of the psychology community. We are satisfied that this Facebook page was made by someone else who misrepresented themselves as Dr. Broder. We strongly denounce these racist views and acknowledge the harm they cause.February 22, 2021 Dr. Richard Shore Surrender of RegistrationThe full Resolution and Order is available in the Disciplinary Findings section of the website. https://www.cpmb.ca/reprimand.phpIn Memoriam Dr. Jim NickelsWe are saddened to learn of the death of Dr. Jim Nickels this past weekend in Winnipeg. Dr. Nickels (Ph.D., 1955, University of Missouri) played an instrumental role in the development of professional clinical psychology in the province of Manitoba. He was recruited to the University of Manitoba in 1967, where he served as a Professor in the Department of Psychology until his retirement in 2009. Dr. Nickels was the first Coordinator of the Clinical Training Program at the University of Manitoba and the Director of the Psychological Service Centre (1965-1971), which remains the psychology training clinic on the Ft. Garry campus . In 2018, Dr. Nickels was able to give the keynote address at the 50th Anniversary of Clinical Psychology Training Program that he had started. His intelligence, wit, and cheerfulness will be missed.Harold R. Wallbridge Ph.D., C.Psych.DirectorPsychological Service CentreUniversity of ManitobaWinnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 2N2General office: (204) 474-9222Fax: (204) 4746297Covid Tele-psychology and University-Based Counselling Centres:At its September 11, 2020 meeting, PAM Executive Council voted to extend the terms of the Temporary Tele-psychology Agreement (outlined in the March 24, 2020 News Announcement below). Specifically, those Psychologists working in University-based counselling centres, who are unable to meet with students enrolled in programs at those universities, because of the Covid-19 pandemic, may practice tele-psychology into Manitoba with those students, without the need for PAM registration.As was the case in March, the following conditions apply to this permission and these practitioners:1. They must be registered/licensed in good standing in the jurisdiction where the University training program exists at the time the services are provided;2. They must practice only within their areas of competence and in keeping with any terms, limits and conditions on their license/certificate of registration;3. They must provide the services only to students enrolled in their universities but who are unable to attend in person due to the COVID-19 situation.Like the agreement announced in March, this one will be periodically reviewed as to its necessity.Out of province practitioners are asked to confirm their understanding and acceptance of the requirements listed above, by notifying the PAM office of their intention to provide tele-psychology service to these students in Manitoba. Practitioners should email the College ([email protected]) providing their name, the jurisdiction in which they are registered/licensed, and their registration/license number. While PAM will endeavour to acknowledge receipt of this information, practitioners need not wait for confirmation before initiating service.Covid and Temporary Tele-Psychology to Manitoba Clients:Under normal circumstances, Psychologists from outside of Manitoba are not permitted to practice tele-psychology into MB, without being registered with PAM. Doing so will often result in the issuance of a letter pointing out that the Psychologist is engaging in “unauthorized practice” However, in response to the urgent COVID-19 situation, PAM Executive Council has voted to not initiate an “unauthorized practice” action against an out of province practitioner practicing tele-psychology into Manitoba with a previously existing client provided they:1. Are registered/licensed in good standing in another jurisdiction at the time the services are provided;2. Practice only within their areas of competence and in keeping with any terms, limits and conditions ontheir license/certificate of registration;3. Provide the services only to existing clients temporarily in Manitoba due to the COVID-19 situation;4. Determine it is clinically ill-advised to temporarily stop services and/or to transfer the service to a memberof PAM.Out of province practitioners are asked to confirm their understanding and acceptance of the requirements listed above, by notifying the PAM office of their intention to provide tele-psychology service to existing clients in Manitoba. Practitioners should email the College ([email protected]) providing their name, the jurisdiction in which they are registered/licensed, and their registration/license number. While PAM will endeavour to acknowledge receipt of this information, practitioners need not wait for confirmation before initiating service.Please NOTE: PAM does not have the authority to authorize its members to practice into other jurisdictions. If members of PAM have questions regarding the provision of tele-psychology services into other jurisdictions based on their registration in Manitoba, they must contact the jurisdiction in question. It is our understanding that the other Canadian jurisdictions are taking steps to make this possible but the requirements, (e.g., notifying the College; time limits on such services, etc.), may vary among jurisdictions. The following information from the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB) may be of assistance.https://cdn.ymaws.com/www.asppb.net/resource/resmgr/covid19/temporary_interjuisdictional.pdfTo assist PAM Registrants in addressing the challenges associated with the COVID-19 Coronavirus, the following websites are offered as sources of helpful and reputable information:Information for the Public: https://www.gov.mb.ca/health/coronavirus/Information for Health Care Providers, Physicians & Staff: https://sharedhealthmb.ca/health-providers/coronavirus-resources/PAM Executive Council voted on Nov. 14, 2019 to adopt Part 2 of the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP). As of January 1, 2021, all Candidates for registration will be required to pass both Parts 1 and 2 of the EPPP. Until that date, passing part 1 of the EPPP will meet that portion of the requirements for registration. There are no changes to any other registration requirements.Candidates will be required to pass Part 1 of the examination before they can sit for Part 2. The exam is rolling out on November 1, 2020 and while candidates may wish to take it then (for the purposes of mobility), PAM will not require it until January 1, 2021.Further information regarding Part 2 of the examination (along with an FAQ) can be found here at https://www.asppb.net/page/EPPPPart2-Skills.The link above provides a good deal of important information about the exam, sample items, as well as an outline of the reduced fee for initial test takers. We recognize that this is a significant change to the examination requirements for registration as a Psychologist. It is however one that is in line with the need for an objective, valid, and reliable means of assessing entry level competence to practice. With two parts to the exam, the EPPP will now assess both the foundational knowledge (Part 1) and skills (Part 2) required for safe, ethical, and competent practice.Please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected] with any questions you may have regarding this change to our examination requirements.Please click on the links below to access the 2019 AGM powerpoint presentations:To better formalize a number of policy decisions made by PAM Council over time, a policy manual has been developed and can be reviewed here:To assist PAM Registrants in addressing concerns over Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) Legislation and their responsibilities under that legislation, a Practice Advisory has been created and can be found here:Please contact the Registrar with any further questions or concerns you may have.
