| License Description |
Psychologists diagnose and treat mental disorders, learning disabilities, and cognitive, behavioral, and emotional problems, using individual, child, family, and group therapies. They may design and implement behavior modification programs.
Legislation: NH RSA 329-B; Administrative Rules Chapter Mhp 100-500
Licensure Requirements:
- Must be of good professional character
- Pass the Examination for the Professional Practice of Psychology (EPPP)
- A Doctoral degree, primarily psychological in nature, consisting of at least three years of full-time graduate study
- Two years of supervised clinical experience, with not less than 1,500 hours per year, in the field of psychology; the first year in a formal internship experience, and the second year shall follow the internship year and may be completed prior to receiving the doctoral degree
Examination: Written (EPPP) and essay examinations required
Continuing Education: 40 hours of continuing education credits are required every two years, plus 20 hours of collaboration per year
Fees:
- Initial application: $300
- Biennial renewal: $300
- Inactive license (one year): $67.50
- Reinstatement or reactivation: $300
Reciprocity: Not permitted
revised Feb 2016 |