National
All states require completion of supervised predoctoral practicum hours and a predoctoral internship (or an equivalent experience). Completion of Ohio State's PhD in Clinical Psychology requires satisfactory completion of at the least three pre-doctoral practicum experiences and an APA or PCSAS-accredited internship.
In some jurisdictions, in addition to applying for licensure as a psychologist, an individual can obtain prescribing privileges. Ohio State's PhD in Clinical Psychology does NOT fulfill requirements for licensure as a prescribing psychologist. Typically, additional coursework in pharmacology is required to apply for licensure as a prescribing psychologist.
Alabama
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Alabama. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Alabama Board of Examiners in Psychology.
Alaska
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Alaska. In addition to meeting educational requirements, applicants must also show proof of having 1 year of post-doctoral work experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Alaska Board of Psychologist and Psychological Associate Examiners.
Arizona
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply psychologist licensure in Arizona. In addition to meeting educational requirements, applicants must also show proof of having 3,000 hours of supervised experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners
Arkansas
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Arkansas. In addition to meeting educational requirements, applicants must also show proof of having 1 year of post-doctoral work experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Arkansas Board of Health Psychology Board.
California
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program does not meet educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in California. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 1,500 hours of post-doctoral supervised professional experience and complete the required trainings. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the California Board of Psychology.
Colorado
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Colorado. In addition to the educational requirements, applicants must also show proof of having 1 year of post-doctoral work experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Colorado State Board of Psychologist Examiners.
Connecticut
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Connecticut. In addition to the educational requirements, applicants must show successful completion of at least 1 year of supervised work experience at the pre- or post-doctoral level. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Connecticut State Department of Public Health.
Delaware
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Delaware. In addition to the educational requirements, applicants must also show proof of having 1 year of post-doctoral experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
District of Columbia
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in the District of Columbia. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must complete 4,000 hours of psychological practice experience after graduation. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the District of Columbia Board of Psychology.
Florida
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Florida. In addition to the educational requirements, applicants must also show proof of having 2,000 hours of post-doctoral experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the The Florida Board of Psychology.
Georgia
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Georgia. In addition to the educational requirements, applicants must also show proof of having 1,500 hours of post-doctoral experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the The Georgia State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
Hawaii
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Hawaii. In addition to the educational requirements, applicants must also show proof of having 1 year (1,900 hours) of post-doctoral experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Hawaii Board of Psychology.
Idaho
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Idaho. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Idaho Board of Psychologist Examiners.
Illinois
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Illinois. In addition to the educational requirements, applicants must also show proof of having 1 year (1,750 hours) of post-doctoral experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
Indiana
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Indiana. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Indiana State Psychology Board.
Iowa
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Iowa. In addition to the educational requirements, applicants must show proof of completing a post-doctoral residency of at least 1,500 supervised hours. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Iowa Board of Psychology.
Kansas
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Kansas. In addition to the educational requirements, applicants must show proof of 12 months (1,800 hours) of post-doctoral supervised work experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board.
Kentucky
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Kentucky. In addition to meeting educational requirements applicants must show proof of having a three-semester-hour course in Individual Differences. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology.
Louisiana
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Louisiana. In addition to the educational requirements, applicants must show proof of a minimum of 2 years of supervised experience, 1 year of which may be a predoctoral internship. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
Maine
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Maine. In addition to the educational requirements, applicants must show proof of 1 year of post-doctoral experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
Maryland
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Maryland. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the The Maryland Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
Massachusetts
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Massachusetts. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of 2 years of supervised experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Psychologists.
Michigan
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program does not meet educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Michigan. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of 2,000 hours of post-doctoral supervised experience and must have completed training on identifying victims of human trafficking. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Board of Psychology.
Minnesota
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Minnesota. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of 1,800 hours of post-doctoral supervised work experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Minnesota Board of Psychology.
Mississippi
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Mississippi. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Mississippi Board of Psychology.
Missouri
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Missouri. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of 1 year of supervised work experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Missouri Division of Professional Registration Committee of Psychologists.
Montana
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for Psychologist licensure in Montana. In addition to the educational requirements, applicant must show proof of a minimum of 1,600 hours of post-doctoral supervised experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Montana Department of Labor and Industry Board of Psychologists.
Nebraska
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for Psychologist licensure in Nebraska. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 1 year of post-doctoral supervised experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Office of Behavioral Health and Consumer Services.
Nevada
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Nevada. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 1 year of post-doctoral supervised experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Nevada Board of Psychological Examiners.
New Hampshire
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in New Hampshire. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 2 years of post-doctoral supervised experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification Board of Psychologists.
New Jersey
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the New Jersey State Board of Psychological Examiners.
The New Jersey State Board of Psychological Examiners requires six doctoral credit hours in 1) Personality Theory and Human Development Theory, 2) Learning Theory and/or Physiological Psychology, 3) Psychological Measurement and Psychological Assessment, 4) Psychopathology, 5) Psychological Therapy/counseling or Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and 6) Research and Statistical Design. Individuals who complete the PhD in Clinical Psychology may need to complete a additional 3 - 6 credit hours of coursework in personality theory and human development and/or learning theory or physiological psychology.
New Mexico
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in New Mexico. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 3,000 hours of supervised experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the State Board of Psychologist Examiners.
New York
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in New York. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 2 years of post-doctoral supervised experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the New York State Education Department Office of the Professions.
North Carolina
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in North Carolina. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 2 years of post-doctoral supervised practice. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the North Carolina Psychology Board.
North Dakota
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in North Dakota. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of 3,000 hours of supervised professional experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the North Dakota State Board of Psychologist Examiners.
Ohio
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Ohio. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 2 years of supervised professional experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Ohio Board of Psychology.
Oklahoma
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Oklahoma. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 2,000 hours of post-doctoral experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Oklahoma State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
Oregon
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Oregon. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 1 year (1,500 hours) of post-doctoral supervised work experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Oregon Board of Psychology.
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Pennsylvania
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Pennsylvania. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 2 years of supervised experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the State Board of Psychology.
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Rhode Island
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Rhode Island. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 1 year (1,500 hours) of post-doctoral supervised work experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Rhode Island Board of Psychology.
South Carolina
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in South Carolina. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 1 year of post-doctoral supervised experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the South Carolina Board of Examiners in Psychology.
South Dakota
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in South Dakota. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 1 year of post-doctoral supervised experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the South Dakota Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
Tennessee
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Tennessee. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 1 year of post-doctoral supervised experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Tennessee Board of Examiners of Psychology.
Texas
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Texas. In addition to the educational requirements, applicant must submit proof of 3,500 hours of supervised experience, 1,750 hours of which must be completed post-doctoral. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
Utah
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Utah. In addition to the educational requirements, an applicant must also complete 4,000 hours psychology experience completed either pre- or post-degree. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Utah Department of Commerce, Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing.
U.S. Virgin Islands
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in the U.S. Virgin islands. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 1 year (1,500 hours) of post-doctoral supervised professional practice. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the USVI Board of Psychology Examiners.
Vermont
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Vermont. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 2,000 hours of post-doctoral supervised practice. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Board of Psychologists; Vermont Secretary of State's Office.
Virginia
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Virginia. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Virginia Department of Health Professions Board of Psychology.
Washington
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Washington. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 3,000 hours of supervised professional experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Washington Examining Board of Psychology.
West Virginia
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in West Virginia. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 1 year of supervised professional post-doctoral experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the West Virginia Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
Wisconsin
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Wisconsin. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 3,000 hours of supervised professional experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.
Wyoming
Completion of Ohio State’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology program meets educational requirements to qualify to sit for the EPPP exam and apply for psychologist licensure in Wyoming. In addition to the educational requirements, the applicant must show proof of having 3,000 hours of supervised professional experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and other requirements may also need to be met prior to applying for admission through the Wyoming Board of Psychology.