If you are new to advocacy or would like a refresher on some advocacy basics, please see the videos below:

Federal Advocacy for Psychology: The Basics (1-Hour)

This course will prepare participants to advocate effectively for psychology on federal policies affecting the profession and discipline of psychology, and the importance of becoming an advocate. This 1-hour course will provide a brief overview of the federal legislative process, how Congress communicates with the public, and the essential role that psychologists play in informing and influencing policymakers. Viewers will learn how best to get involved on issues of concern to the psychology community and effective tips for communicating with policymakers.

• For current practitioners who would like to earn CE Credit for this course, please click here. Note: In order to earn CE credit for this course, you must use this link to view the material in its entirety, and take the required quiz at the end. The cost of this CE course is $20 for APA Members, and $30 for non-members

Seven Terms That Help Explain the Congressional Policymaking Process (5 minutes)

Four Steps for Effectively Emailing Your Members of Congress (3 minutes)