California Psychology Licensure Requirements

500

EPPP scaled score of 500. California also requires the California Psychology Laws and Ethics Examination (CPLEE).

3,000 total hours of supervised professional experience (SPE), including at least 1,500 postdoctoral. 1,500 hours (pre- or post-doctoral) qualifies you to sit the EPPP.

Required

California Psychology Laws and Ethics Examination (CPLEE) — 100 multiple-choice questions, 2.5 hours.

Fee: $127

1. Earn a qualifying doctoral degree in psychology.
2. Complete at least 1,500 hours of supervised professional experience to qualify for the EPPP.
3. Pass the EPPP with a scaled score of 500.
4. Complete 3,000 total hours of SPE, including at least 1,500 postdoctoral.
5. Pass the California Psychology Laws and Ethics Examination (CPLEE).
6. Submit the application and fees to the California Board of Psychology.

Not a PSYPACT member

California is NOT a PSYPACT participating state — separate California licensure is required. California offers licensure pathways for out-of-state licensees; confirm current options with the Board.

California Board of Psychology (Dept. of Consumer Affairs)

(916) 574-7720

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