Psi Beta is the national honor society in psychology for community and junior colleges. It is the first two-year college honor society approved for membership in the Association of College Honor Societies, which regulates membership requirements. The mission of Psi Beta is professional development of psychology students through promotion and recognition of excellence in scholarship, leadership, research, and community service. The society functions as a federation of chapters located at over 175 accredited two-year colleges. Psychology students become members through chapters at their colleges. The chapters are operated by the Psi Beta student membership and faculty advisors. A National Council composed of Psi Beta advisors guides the affairs of the organization and determines policy. The national office coordinates and records activities and maintains membership files. Psi Beta participates with Psi Chi, the four-year honor society in psychology, and both the American Psychological Association and the American Psychological Society.