Help build our mission

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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.  

There are many ways to be involved in SPP! Get involved by joining a Special Interest Group, Affinity Group, or committee; participating in leadership and mentorship opportunities; being an abstract reviewer; and/or becoming a liaison to other organizations. Look for these opportunities and more on the member listserv.

Member benefits

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• 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

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• $125 for psychologists, physicians, or allied health professionals at or below the doctoral level.
• $50 for international and retired professionals.
• $25 for actively enrolled psychology students and trainees, including undergraduate students, graduate students, interns, or trainees in post-doctoral fellowship program.

Members and non-members of the APA can join Division 54.

Membership Renewal

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There are two ways to renew. APA members renew through the APA renewal process. Non-APA members renew through this website. You must join or renew before July 1 of the current year to get membership for the current year.