Practical assessment test - Psychology
The Practical Assessment Test for obtaining the qualification to practise as a psychologist, pursuant to Article 7, paragraph 1, of Law no. 163/2021, is reserved for those who have obtained a master's degree in Psychology - class LM-51 under the previous non-qualifying academic regulations and who have passed a practical assessment traineeship.
For the year 2026, the University of Padua has planned the activation of two sessions:
- First session 2026 - application deadline: 16 April 2026
- Second session 2026 - application deadline: 11 September 2026
Assessment of the post-graduate master's traineeship activated by a foreign University
Graduates in the LM-51 class who have completed the post-graduate master's traineeship activated by a foreign University and are interested in taking the Practical Assessment Test pursuant to Ministerial Decree 567 of 20 June 2022 at the University of Padua may request an assessment of that same traineeship for the purpose of recognition as a practical assessment traineeship (TPV), in accordance with the instructions below:
1. Complete the "recognition request form"
2. Prepare a single PDF file including: the duly completed and signed "recognition request form", the certificate of completion of the traineeship issued by Ateneo IUSVE, and a photocopy of a valid identity document.
3. Send the PDF file to stage@unipd.it, specifying in the subject line "RECOGNITION OF POST-GRADUATE MASTER'S TRAINEESHIP ACTIVATED BY A FOREIGN UNIVERSITY". Requests with a different subject line will not be considered.
The recognition application must be submitted from 30 July to 25 August 2026.
By 4 September 2026, the Career Service Office will send the outcome to those who are deemed eligible and who may enrol for the Practical Assessment Test by following the instructions and deadlines set out in the notice.
Notices:
- To ensure the proper conduct of the Practical Assessment Test, any requests concerning a change to the date of one’s oral examination are accepted only in cases of serious and justified health reasons, documented by a medical certificate.
- The published schedules must always be monitored for any changes that may become necessary.
- The committee publishes only the list of candidates who have passed the test with a positive result.
The original diplomas qualifying holders to practise as Psychologists are available for those who passed the Prova Pratica Valutativa - PPV in the calendar years 2023, 2024 and 2025.
Collection or dispatch is possible according to the following arrangements:
Collection in person or by an authorised representative
Delivery takes place at the Post Lauream Office – Teacher Training and State Examinations Sector. Contact details, public opening hours and the link to the booking page are provided at the bottom of the page.
To collect the diploma in person you must attend the counter with your valid identity document.
To collect the diploma by authorisation, the authorised person must attend the counter with the following documentation:
- a valid identity document;
- a copy of the valid identity document of the person granting the authorisation;
- authorisation for collection of the original diploma, duly completed and signed by the person granting the authorisation (authorisation form).
Request for dispatch
It is possible to request dispatch of the original qualification diploma. Authorisation for dispatch of the diploma releases the University of Padua from liability for loss, theft or damage due to the postal service.
Dispatch within Italy is by insured post, at a cost of €10.80.
Dispatch abroad is handled by express courier, with costs calculated according to the destination country.
The request must be submitted using the CoDi platform.
Postgraduate Office
Teacher Training and State Examinations Sector
Location: via Ugo Bassi, 1 - 35131 Padua
Postal address: Postgraduate Office, via 8 Febbraio, 2 - 35122 Padua
email: tfa.lauream@unipd.it / esamidistato.lauream@unipd.it
Teacher Training: 0498276388
State Examinations: 0498276381
telephone enquiries hours:
Monday-Friday 10-12.30
Opening hours to the public:
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10.00-13.00
Tuesday 10.00-13.00 and 15.00-16.30
Thursday 10.00-15.00
Access to the office counters is recommended by prior appointment, following the on-screen instructions.