Psychology Documents

Overarching Report

NWW for Applied Psychologists in Health & Social Care The End of the Beginning Summary Report

This report provides background information and an overview of the work and recommendations from each of the project groups. The report has been circulated to all trusts, PCTs, HEIs and SHAs.

NWWAP Project Group Reports

Good Practice Guide on the Contribution of Applied Psychologists to Improving Access to Psychological Therapies, (IAPT)

Good Practice Guide on the Contribution of Applied Psychologists to IAPT Executive Summary

Career Pathways and Roles
A report about the current applied psychology workforce and descriptions of roles at different levels.

New Roles
A document outlining the rationale for new pre-qualification roles and a model for developing three pre-qualification-level roles to deliver services in an innovative, cost-effective and sustainable manner.

Models of Training
A document providing an overview and critique of existing models of applied psychology training; a set of criteria for evaluating models and a discussion and evaluation of the new models. Clear recommendations about how the conclusions could be taken forward within the BPS will be provided.

Organising, Managing & Leading Psychological Services
This document will provide an analysis of the current NHS context and its mplications for the organisation of psychological services. An evaluation of leadership styles will be provided, along with recommendations for leadership development and training for applied psychologists.

Working Psychologically in Teams
A document providing theory and research related to effective team working and examples of good practice. This document will be relevant for a multiprofessional audience.

Working Psychologically in Teams
Summary and Key Messages

Interim Supplementary Guidance for Chartered Psychologists seeking approval and acting as Approved Clinicians

The following products will be available in the future:

Guidance for National Assessors: This is a new document outlining the role of National Assessors and giving descriptions of roles at different levels.

Guidelines for Applied Psychologists in Implementing the New Mental Health

Legislation: A document detailing the role and training requirements of the new mental health legislation and the registration arrangements for psychologists.