Who we are

The APS College of Clinical Neuropsychologists (CCN) is a professional body within the Australian Psychological Society (APS) that represents over 350 Fellows (and 1,000 members) across Australia.

We are dedicated to advancing the scientific study and professional practice of clinical neuropsychology, providing a network of peers, and offering a wide range of professional development opportunities.

What we do

The CCN aims to serve the interests of members in the following ways:

• Annual conferences are a key part of the clinical neuropsychology community as a platform to advance the scientific study and professional practice of clinical neuropsychology.
• Interorganisational partnerships with NAN and NZSIGN.
• Working groups on topics including decolonizing neuropsychology, NDIS, test security, neuropsychology competencies and training, and social media.
• Professional development workshops and webinars with local and international clinicians and researchers.
• Work collaboratively with other organisations to promote the interest of neuropsychologists in Australia.
• Provide a network of peers for neuropsychologists and students across the country, including a dedicated space in PsyCommunity, where members can connect, collaborate, and share resources to advance knowledge and practice in clinical neuropsychology.
• Offer a wide range of professional development opportunities including an annual conference.
• Support the professional needs of student, registrar and early career neuropsychologists.

Learn more about joining CCN

About Clinical Neuropsychologists

Clinical neuropsychologists are registered psychologists with advanced training in understanding the relationships between brain function and behaviour.

They possess in-depth knowledge of neurosciences, neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and neuropathology, enabling them to assess, diagnose, and treat cognitive, emotional, and behavioural consequences of conditions affecting the brain, such as neurological, medical, and psychiatric conditions, developmental disorders, and learning difficulties.

Clinical neuropsychologists, registered and endorsed with Ahpra, can join the College as a Fellow of the College.

Learn more about Clinical Neuropsychologists

How to Find a Clinical Neuropsychologist

To locate a clinical neuropsychologist, you can use the APS's Find a Psychologist search engine. Select the Search By Area of Practice tab and choose Clinical Neuropsychology.

Events

CCN hosts and supports various events, which you can view here, including the biennial Pacific Rim Neuropsychology Conference in 2025, a premier gathering for neuropsychologists to share research and best practices (see below).

7th Pacific Rim Conference
Dates 2nd - 5th July 2025
Location: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre QLD Australia
Call for Abstracts

• Conferences are a key part of Australia’s clinical neuropsychology community, allowing for the opportunity to network, share knowledge and research.
• Webinars and workshops on topical issues for professional development
• Student-focused webinars for postgraduate provisional psychologists and undergraduates interested in neuropsychology.
• Keep an eye out for upcoming events here.