Training in Clinical Neuropsychology in Argentina: Creation of the First Residency in Adult Neuropsychology in Fleni
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Neuropsychology in Argentina has a solid background, beginning with early studies on language disorders in the early 20th century. Although the sociopolitical context initially hindered its development, the discipline grew thanks to the influence of academic societies such as the Argentine Neuropsychological Society (Sociedad de Neuropsicología de Argentina, SONEPSA) and the Latin American Neuropsychological Society (Sociedad Latinoamericana de Neuropsicología, SLAN), which fostered both research and clinical progress at the regional level. Over time, various Argentine universities incorporated neuropsychology into their undergraduate and graduate curricula, marking significant progress yet still facing limitations related to the availability of clinical training, lack of formal regulation, and the need to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration. In this context, Fleni launched the country’s first Adult Neuropsychology Residency in 2023, bridging a critical gap in supervised clinical training and validating professional practice. The program adopts an approach based on “Entrustable Professional Activities” (EPAs) and aligns with international standards in clinical neuropsychology. Spanning two years of theoretical and practical training, it provides education in neuropsychological assessment and rehabilitation, encourages teamwork in multidisciplinary settings, and promotes the development of research projects. Thus, this residency represents a decisive step in the professionalization of neuropsychology in Argentina, reinforcing the quality of clinical care, scientific production, and responsiveness to the specific needs of the region.
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