Free Maryland Examination Practice Questions

Sample Practice Questions

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1. 1A Maryland psychologist learns that another jurisdiction restricted her psychology license. By when must she notify the Maryland Board in writing?

   1. A. Within 30 days
   2. B. Within 45 days
   3. C. Within 60 days
   4. D. At the next renewal

   Answer: C

   Explanation: COMAR 10.36.05.03A(3)(a) requires notice “in writing within 60 days” when another psychology credential is limited, restricted, suspended, revoked, or otherwise disciplined.

   Reference: Subtitle 36 BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF PSYCHOLOGISTS | Library of Maryland Regulations — COMAR 10.36.05.03A(3)(a)

2. 2How many continuing education hours must a Maryland psychologist ordinarily complete during each reporting period?

   1. A. 20 hours
   2. B. 30 hours
   3. C. 40 hours
   4. D. 50 hours

   Answer: C

   Explanation: COMAR 10.36.02.04A states: “A psychologist shall complete a minimum of 40 CE hours during each reporting period.”

   Reference: Subtitle 36 BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF PSYCHOLOGISTS | Library of Maryland Regulations — COMAR 10.36.02.04A

3. 3A psychologist is asked to provide an informal diagnostic opinion without a defined professional role. What does Maryland's ethics code require?

   1. A. Provide services only within clear professional and scientific relationships and roles
   2. B. Obtain written permission before electronically recording the exchange
   3. C. Explain confidentiality limits before accepting the informal request
   4. D. Seek ongoing consultation before offering the diagnostic opinion

   Answer: A

   Explanation: COMAR 10.36.05.03A(3)(b) requires psychological services “only in the context of clear professional and scientific relationships and roles.”

   Reference: Subtitle 36 BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF PSYCHOLOGISTS | Library of Maryland Regulations — COMAR 10.36.05.03A(3)(b)

4. 4Within the ordinary 40-hour reporting period, what is the maximum independent-study credit for a psychologist?

   1. A. 10 hours
   2. B. 20 hours
   3. C. 30 hours
   4. D. 40 hours

   Answer: B

   Explanation: COMAR 10.36.02.04A(1) sets a “maximum of 20 CE hours in independent study.”

   Reference: Subtitle 36 BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF PSYCHOLOGISTS | Library of Maryland Regulations — COMAR 10.36.02.04A(1)

5. 5During a Board investigation, a psychologist considers altering a billing record so it cannot be used as evidence. Which rule controls?

   1. A. Alteration is allowed after the client receives a copy
   2. B. Only clinical records are protected from alteration
   3. C. Alteration is allowed if the amount billed is unchanged
   4. D. Knowingly obscuring a medical or billing record to conceal evidence is prohibited

   Answer: D

   Explanation: COMAR 10.36.05.03A(4)(a) prohibits knowingly destroying, altering, or obscuring a medical or billing record “in an effort to conceal the information from use as evidence.”

   Reference: Subtitle 36 BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF PSYCHOLOGISTS | Library of Maryland Regulations — COMAR 10.36.05.03A(4)(a)

6. 6What minimum CE exposure must a psychologist obtain in laws, ethics, professional conduct, or risk management each reporting period?

   1. A. 1 hour
   2. B. 2 hours
   3. C. 3 hours
   4. D. 6 hours

   Answer: C

   Explanation: COMAR 10.36.02.04A(2) requires a “minimum of 3 CE hours” in the listed law, ethics, conduct, or risk-management content.

   Reference: Subtitle 36 BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF PSYCHOLOGISTS | Library of Maryland Regulations — COMAR 10.36.02.04A(2)

7. 7A licensee asks a former employee to change testimony in a proceeding before the Board. How is this treated?

   1. A. Permitted before formal charges issue
   2. B. Prohibited intimidation or influence concerning testimony
   3. C. Permitted if no payment is offered
   4. D. Permitted if counsel is present

   Answer: B

   Explanation: COMAR 10.36.05.03A(4)(b) bars a licensee from intimidating or influencing an individual “to withhold or change testimony” in Board or delegated proceedings.

   Reference: Subtitle 36 BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF PSYCHOLOGISTS | Library of Maryland Regulations — COMAR 10.36.05.03A(4)(b)

8. 8A psychologist's license number ends in an odd digit. When does the reporting period end?

   1. A. March 31 of odd years
   2. B. March 31 of even years
   3. C. December 31 of odd years
   4. D. On the biennial anniversary date

   Answer: A

   Explanation: COMAR 10.36.02.04D(1)(a) provides that a number ending in an odd digit has a reporting period ending “March 31 of odd years.”

   Reference: Subtitle 36 BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF PSYCHOLOGISTS | Library of Maryland Regulations — COMAR 10.36.02.04D(1)(a)

9. 9A psychologist delays a staff member from sending requested information to a Maryland Board investigator. Is that allowed?

   1. A. No; hindering or delaying information for a Board investigation is prohibited
   2. B. Yes; the psychologist may impose a 30-day internal review before release
   3. C. Yes; billing information may be withheld throughout the Board investigation
   4. D. Yes; cooperation is required only after a separate court order issues

   Answer: A

   Explanation: COMAR 10.36.05.03A(4)(c) prohibits hindering, preventing, or delaying a person “from making information available to the Board” for an investigation.

   Reference: Subtitle 36 BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF PSYCHOLOGISTS | Library of Maryland Regulations — COMAR 10.36.05.03A(4)(c)

10. 10A newly licensed psychologist has fewer than 12 months before the first reporting period ends. How many CE hours are required for that period?

    1. A. None
    2. B. 10 hours
    3. C. 20 hours
    4. D. 40 hours

    Answer: A

    Explanation: COMAR 10.36.02.04D(2) states that initial licensees with “less than 12 months” before period end are not required to complete CE for that period.

    Reference: Subtitle 36 BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF PSYCHOLOGISTS | Library of Maryland Regulations — COMAR 10.36.02.04D(2)