Comparison and Contrast of Division 13 and Division 14

Comparison and Contrast of Division 13 and Division 14
The current American Psychological Association (APA) was founded in 1892. The organization’s main priority was and continues to be the advancement of Psychology as a science. ("Society For Industrial & Organizational Psychology, Inc.", 2012). The history of the APA Division 13 indicates that this organization was initially instituted by a very selective group of members, whom had achieved the highest qualifications of fellowship. As a result these members could practice as psychological examiners or consultants. In its origins, members writhed with operational organization and structure. Furthermore, extensive discussions were conducted regarding member qualifications requirements. According to "American Psychological Association" (2012), “The Society was eventually disbanded for about 20 years. Following World War II, in 1946, when APA re-organized, Division 13 was later established as one of 19 charter divisions in APA in 1946” (Division History). Division 13 is now a very financially stable organization that relies solely in the contributions of its volunteers while SIOP struggles with proper management, it continues to stay afloat through steady members dues. Even though the American Psychological Association (APA) was organized in 1892, it was in 1973 that a new division was formed. It was called APA Division 14 Industrial and Organizational Psychology or SIOP. In 1988 the SIOP joined the American Psychological Society as an affiliate ("Society For Industrial & Organizational Psychology, Inc.", 2012). Since then, the organization has undergone a series of structural and membership changes as a result of the expansion of the science and increase of members. According to "Society For Industrial & Organizational Psychology,