BACKGROUND
The National Conference in Colorado Springs was convened in 2006 to bring together various experts and stakeholders in the field of geropsychology to formulate a training model. One of the most exciting outcomes of the National Conference was the decision to form a council, CoPGTP, to focus on geropsychology training and provide resources for programs and individuals seeking training in the field.
As of 2011, CoPGTP is incorporated as a nonprofit corporation in California, and has been recognized as a tax exempt nonprofit by the IRS. The board and membership meet each year. The first board of directors was elected in 2007, and it met during APA’s annual meeting in San Francisco that year. The first meeting for all members was held at the 2008 APA meeting in Boston, and the board and membership continues to meet on a yearly basis at either APA or the annual meeting of the Gerontological Society of America (GSA).
PURPOSE
The Council of Professional Geropsychology Training Programs (CoPGTP, pronounced COG-TIP) is an organization of programs providing training at the competence level and beyond. CoPGTP is committed to the promotion of excellence in training in professional geropsychology and to supporting the development of high quality training programs in professional geropsychology at the graduate school, internship, postdoctoral fellowship, and post-licensure levels. CoPGTP provides opportunities to continue the dialogue on training issues; and it is comprised of organizations and individuals with common interests.
STATEMENT ON DIVERSITY AND NONDISCRIMINATION
The Council of Professional Geropsychology Training Programs is dedicated to promoting state-of-the-art education and training in geropsychology among its members and developing programs, supporting activities that prepare psychologists for competent and ethical geropsychology practice, and maintaining a nurturing and respectful environment. All members of the community are expected to contribute positively to the environment and to refrain from behaviors that threaten the freedom or respect that every member of our community deserves. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment that is free from harassment or discrimination based on race, genetic information, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, socioeconomic status, political beliefs, sex, sexuality, sexual orientation, assigned gender, gender expression, gender identity, age, ability, size, or veteran status.