Divisions

Division for Research and Methodology (DRM)

Objectives of the Division:

To promote theory and research in psychology.
To improve the training of psychologists and the teaching of psychology.
To provide a forum for persons who are involved in the teaching of, and research in, psychology.
To serve the interests and recognition of those persons who are involved in teaching of, and research in, psychology.
To promote international co-operation between psychologists and between workers in cognate areas.
To encourage debate on the social and ethical consequences of psychology.
To promote links between psychology and its applications.
To institute and administer Continuing Education (CE) Programmes.

Weekly email circulations concerning upcoming conferences, career and research-related opportunities and links to relevant research material
Access to research-related material made available on our social science methods website
Access to particular journal articles and other research materials that are not freely available online
Participation in informative webinars relating to research psychology
Guidance concerning HPCSA activities and guidelines, board exam preparation and internship applications

Full Member	Associate	Affiliate	Students
R60.00	R60.00	R60.00	R10.00

Information concerning Research Psychology MA programmes and internship sites: http://www.hpcsa.co.za/uploads/editor/UserFiles/downloads/psych/LIST_OF_ACCREDITED_UNIVERSITIES_IN_SA_%202016.pdf for a list of accredited training institutions.

Information concerning HPCSA board exams and registration process: http://www.hpcsa.co.za/PBPsychology/Examinations