About The Society of Pediatric Psychology (SPP) Membership
Help build our mission
SPP works to actively promote the health and psychological wellbeing of all children, youth, and families. The Society has over 2500 members who have a demonstrated interest in and/or are actively engaged in practice, research, teaching, administration, or study in the field of pediatric psychology. SPP is Division 54 of the American Psychological Association.
The Society’s goals are to:
- Recruit, engage, develop, and retain a diverse and inclusive membership.
- Promote quality education and career development opportunities for pediatric psychologists and trainees.
- Support and disseminate evidence-based research and practice in pediatric psychology.
- Become a trusted leader advocating for the health and wellbeing of children, adolescents, and families.
Member benefits
- Subscription to the Journal of Pediatric Psychology and Clinical Practice in Pediatric Psychology®.
- Programming specific to pediatric psychology at the APA Annual Convention and the SPP Annual Conference (SPPAC).
- Lower registration costs for the Fall Virtual Conference and SPPAC.
- Subscription to the SPP newsletter, Progress Notes.
- Access to the SPP member email list, with postings about timely issues or referral requests.
- Various awards and grants for students and psychologists at all career stages.
- Participation in the SPP Mentorship Program — as mentee or mentor.
- Post jobs through the online job board.
- Access to online member directory and option to be listed in the Member Directory.
- Representation and advocacy for pediatric psychology.
- Engage with our Special Interest Groups to network with colleagues who share similar interests.
Membership Dues
- $125 for psychologists, physicians, or allied professionals at or below the doctoral level.
- $50 for international and retired professionals.
- $25 for actively enrolled psychology students, including undergraduate students, graduate students, or students in post-doctoral training.
Members and non-members of the APA can join Division 54.
Membership Renewal
There are two ways to renew. APA members renew through the APA renewal process. Non-APA members renew through this website.