News & Updates

April 2025 | The Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology has selected Mark to attend the Mid-Year Meeting of the  Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB), taking place April 24–27, 2025, in Montreal, Canada.

This annual meeting brings together board members, administrators, attorneys, and leaders in licensure testing to explore key educational topics related to the regulation of psychology. It’s a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, share best practices, and stay informed on emerging trends that affect public protection and professional standards in the field.

Founded in 1961, ASPPB  is an alliance of state, provincial, and territorial agencies responsible for the licensure and certification of psychologists throughout the United States and Canada. Its membership includes all 50 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, the Northwest Territories, and all ten Canadian provinces.

ASPPB is best known for developing and owning the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP), first administered in 1965. The EPPP is the entry-level exam required for licensure at the independent practice level and is widely regarded as one of the most researched, validated, and defensible professional exams across all health professions.

ASPPB is highly respected in the psychological community for its commitment to excellence in regulation. It provides essential support and resources not only to its member boards, but also to the broader psychological profession.

Mark looks forward to representing Kentucky, connecting with colleagues across North America, and bringing back knowledge that will support our shared mission of safeguarding the public and strengthening the profession.

March 2025 | The National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) has selected Mark R. Brengelman to present a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) panel at its 30th Annual Conference for Board of Accountancy Legal Counsel, taking place in Clearwater, Florida, on March 26-27, 2025.

Mark will be delivering two insightful presentations:

• "Government Attorney Ethics: Who is the Client?"
• "Defending a Licensee Before the Board: A View from the Defense Bar

Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, NASBA has served as a vital forum for the nation’s 55 State Boards of Accountancy since its founding in 1908. These state agencies administer the Uniform CPA Examination, license more than 672,000 Certified Public Accountants, and regulate public accountancy across the United States.

Committed to advancing the effectiveness and shared interests of state accountancy boards, NASBA fosters collaboration among regulators, educators, and practitioners. Through innovative initiatives, the organization helps address emerging challenges in the profession, ensuring state boards remain well-equipped to uphold public protection.

April 21, 2020 | Mark R. Brengelman was a guest in a fireside chat with Mary Alice Olsan. The discussion focused on the impact of COVID-19 on the regulatory community and how it was affecting the regulatory landscape. Some of the key topics covered included:

1. Balancing Protection and Flexibility: Exploring how regulators can continue to protect the public while providing practitioners with the flexibility they need during the challenges posed by COVID-19.
2. Long-term Regulatory Changes: Speculating on whether the crisis would result in less restrictive regulations in the long run.
3. Impactful Statute and Regulation Changes: Discussing the types of statute and administrative regulation or rule changes that were having the most significant impact on the regulatory environment.
4. Prioritizing Disciplinary Cases: Considering whether regulators should prioritize disciplinary cases differently during the pandemic.

These topics reflect the challenges and considerations faced by regulatory bodies in adapting to the unprecedented circumstances brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. It would be interesting to follow up on any developments in the regulatory landscape since this discussion took place to see how these considerations have played out over time.

February, 2019 | Mark presented content alongside Steve Adler, a retired Administrative Law Judge, for the Council on Licensure, Enforcement, and Regulation (CLEAR). The event, called the National Certified Investigator and Inspector Training, took place at the Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services in Lexington, Kentucky.

Mark R. Brengelman also became part of the faculty of CLEAR as an instructor. CLEAR, headquartered in Nicholasville, Kentucky, is described as the premier international resource for professional regulation stakeholders. As part of CLEAR's faculty, Mark has contributed expertise and insights to the training program, focused on issues related to licensure, enforcement, and regulation in professional settings.

March, 2019 |  Mark R. Brengelman was awarded a Continuing Legal Education Award from the Kentucky Bar Association. Mary E. Cutter, Director for Continuing Legal Education, who acknowledged Mark's efforts to improve the legal profession through continuous education. This award reflects Mark's commitment to staying current in the legal field and furthering his professional development.

 April, 2020 | Mark was recognized by GRC Educators, an online training hub and division of Axons Technology and Solutions,  for his service as webinar trainer and presenter for GRC Educators. Mark received certification as a GRC Educators certified speaker and was granted the status of Most Valuable Speaker and Expert Presenter.

 March, 2020 | Mark R. Brengelman was featured on the "OrthoClips Podcast Series" by Saqib Rehman, M.D., from Temple University. The podcast episode focused on the topic "The Use of Electronic Media in Healthcare – How to Stay Out of Trouble."

The OrthoClips Podcast Series is specifically designed for education aimed at orthopedic residents and surgeons. The podcast features interviews with experts and didactic presentations to provide insights, tips, tricks, and pitfalls related to various conditions in orthopedic surgery. The goal is to offer valuable educational content for those in the orthopedic field. Listeners interested in Mark's insights on the use of electronic media in healthcare can access the interview on the OrthoClips website at the provided link. This podcast appearance showcases Mark's expertise in legal aspects related to healthcare and electronic media use in the medical field.

May, 2019 | Mark R. Brengelman was quoted in an article titled "Body cameras bring complicated legal issues into ED" in the ENA Connection magazine. The Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) publishes ENA Connection, and is recognized as the premier national organization representing and advocating for the voice of the emergency nursing community.(May 2019 issue, Volume 43, Issue 5)