New Jersey Statutes Title 45. Professions and Occupations 45 § 14B-11

The terms of the first 7 members of the board shall expire as follows: one member, June 30, 1968; 2 members, June 30, 1969; 2 members, June 30, 1970; 2 members, June 30, 1971. Thereafter, each member of the board shall be appointed for a term of 3 years. If before the expiration of his term any member shall die, resign, become disqualified or otherwise cease to be a board member, the vacancy shall be filled by the Governor by appointment for the unexpired term. Each appointee shall, upon accepting appointment to the board, take and subscribe to the oath or affirmation prescribed by law and file same in the office of the Secretary of State.

The first 7 appointees shall be deemed to be and shall become licensed practicing psychologists immediately upon their appointment and qualification as members of the board.