What is required for an applicant who fails their psychology exam to ensure efficient use of Board resources?

To efficiently utilize Board resources for an applicant who has failed their psychology exam, the requirement is to pay an additional fee to retake the exam. This is standard practice in many licensing boards, including those governing psychology, to cover administrative costs associated with the examination process.

By requiring an additional fee, the Board can fund the necessary resources for administering the exam effectively, ensuring that they can conduct proper administration, scoring, and feedback for candidates. This mechanism also helps to maintain the integrity and sustainability of the examination process, as it allows the Board to allocate resources appropriately for those who are actively seeking to improve their standing and retake the exam.

In contrast, while options such as showing proof of additional training or registering for another exam may seem relevant, they do not directly address the financial and administrative aspects of resource allocation for the Board. Therefore, the requirement to pay an additional fee aligns best with the goal of ensuring efficient use of Board resources in response to an exam failure.