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Portrait of Dr. Hanya H. Bluestone

Bluestone, Dr. Hanya H.

CommissionerIndependent & Quasi-Public Agencies
  • Agency Independent & Quasi-Public Agencies
  • Division POST Commission
  • Title Commissioner

Official Record

  • Years in Current Position 1
  • Job Description The Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Commission is charged with creating a mandatory certification process for police officers, as well as processes for decertification, suspension of certification, or reprimand in the event of certain misconduct.

Personal Information

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Education & Career

  • Education
    • BA, Harvard University
    • Master's of Clinical Psychology, California School of Professional Psychology, Fresno
    • PhD, Clinical Psychology, California School of Professional Psycology.
  • Previous Employment
    • CEO Labyrinth Psychological Services, PC
    • Psychologist IV, Department of Mental Health
    • Fellow in Forensic Psychology, University of Massachusetts Medical Center and Bridgewater State Hospital
    • Director of Clinical Services, The Devereaux Center
    • Director of Forensic Services, Boston Road Clinic and Spectrum Health Systems
    • Program Director and Clinical Director, Glenhaven Academy, Marlborough
    • Forensic Psychologist, Center for Health and Development, Worcester and Fitchburg
    • Affiliate Professor, University of Massachusetts Medical School
    • Adjunct Professor, Assumption College.