Florida Psychology Licensure-Part A (Chapter 490, Florida
Statues, Psychological Services) Already Passed!!
Intent
practice of psychology by unqualified person = danger to public health, safety, and
welfare. ensure emotional survival
Practice of psychology
includes all types of activities in which psychologists are involved through scientific and
applied psychological principles, methods, & procedures WITHOUT REGARD TO
WHETHER PAYMENT IS REQUESTED OR RECEIVED FOR SERVICES
Practice of school psychology: assessment
psychoeducational, developmental, and vocational assessment for learning,
educational, or adjustment needs
Practice of school psychology: counseling
short-term, situation-oriented professional interaction;
include verbal interaction, interviewing, behavior techniques, developmental &
vocational intervention, evnironmental management, & group processes
Practice of school psychology: consultation
psychoeducational, developmental, and vocational assistance or direct educational
services related to learning problems
Practice of school psychology: program development
designing, implementing, or evaluating learning environment; acting as catalyst for
teacher involvement; facilitating psychoeducational development
Provisional psychologist licensee
can provide psychological services under supervision
Board of Psychology
7 members appointed by Governor and confirmed by Senate for 4 year terms
5 licensed psychologists
2 non-psychologist citizens
at least 1 member 60 years or older
appointed for 4 years
official headquarters: Tallahassee
Licensure by examination: psychologist
-application form
-fee ($375)
-doctoral level psychological education from accredited program or comparable foreign
program; if not accredited, must submit certification of comparability from program
director of an accredited program
-at least 2 years (4000 hours) experience in psychology with supervision from licenced
psychologist
-passed EPPP
Licensure by examination: school psychologist
-application
-fee ($250)
-doctorate, specialist, or equivalent degree
, -60 semester hours/90 quarter hours of graduate study from accredited program
-at least 3 years of experience in school psychology (2 years supervised by licensed
school psychologist)
-passed department exam
Timeline to close applicant file:
24 months
(if don't pass EPPP, FL Laws, and/or evidecen of completion of postdoctoral,
supervised experience)
BUT YOU CAN APPLY FOR AN EXTENSION
After completing residency:
can continue to practice UNDER SUPERVISION if you have a current application on file
and have not been denied licensure
Licensure by examination: provisional psychologist
-application
-fee ($250)
-doctoral degree in psychology
-meet any additional requirements
Provisional psychology license expires
24 months after issued;
may not be renewed or reissued
Licensure by endorsement:
-application
-fee ($375)
a.) valid license/certificate in another state with comparable or more stringent
requirements
b.) is ABPP diplomate
c.) doctoral degree in psychology and at least 20 years of experience as a licensed
psychologist in US jurisdiction during 25 most recent years
-pass FL. Laws/Rules exam
-cannot be under investigation in any jurisdiction for act in violation of this chapter
License renewal
Biennial renewal;
$400 fee
40 hours CEUs
Continuing Education Provider
fee: $500 (deposited in Medical Quality Assurance Trust Fund)
approved by board
Discipline: Grounds for denial of license or disciplinary action (a-w = 1st degree
misdemeanor)
a.) attempting to obtain/renew license via bribery or fraud
b.) having another license to practcie a comparable profession revoked, suspended, or
acted against
c.) being convicted or found guilty of crime which directly relates to practice of the
profession
d.) deceptive advertising
e.) practicing under name other than your own
Statues, Psychological Services) Already Passed!!
Intent
practice of psychology by unqualified person = danger to public health, safety, and
welfare. ensure emotional survival
Practice of psychology
includes all types of activities in which psychologists are involved through scientific and
applied psychological principles, methods, & procedures WITHOUT REGARD TO
WHETHER PAYMENT IS REQUESTED OR RECEIVED FOR SERVICES
Practice of school psychology: assessment
psychoeducational, developmental, and vocational assessment for learning,
educational, or adjustment needs
Practice of school psychology: counseling
short-term, situation-oriented professional interaction;
include verbal interaction, interviewing, behavior techniques, developmental &
vocational intervention, evnironmental management, & group processes
Practice of school psychology: consultation
psychoeducational, developmental, and vocational assistance or direct educational
services related to learning problems
Practice of school psychology: program development
designing, implementing, or evaluating learning environment; acting as catalyst for
teacher involvement; facilitating psychoeducational development
Provisional psychologist licensee
can provide psychological services under supervision
Board of Psychology
7 members appointed by Governor and confirmed by Senate for 4 year terms
5 licensed psychologists
2 non-psychologist citizens
at least 1 member 60 years or older
appointed for 4 years
official headquarters: Tallahassee
Licensure by examination: psychologist
-application form
-fee ($375)
-doctoral level psychological education from accredited program or comparable foreign
program; if not accredited, must submit certification of comparability from program
director of an accredited program
-at least 2 years (4000 hours) experience in psychology with supervision from licenced
psychologist
-passed EPPP
Licensure by examination: school psychologist
-application
-fee ($250)
-doctorate, specialist, or equivalent degree
, -60 semester hours/90 quarter hours of graduate study from accredited program
-at least 3 years of experience in school psychology (2 years supervised by licensed
school psychologist)
-passed department exam
Timeline to close applicant file:
24 months
(if don't pass EPPP, FL Laws, and/or evidecen of completion of postdoctoral,
supervised experience)
BUT YOU CAN APPLY FOR AN EXTENSION
After completing residency:
can continue to practice UNDER SUPERVISION if you have a current application on file
and have not been denied licensure
Licensure by examination: provisional psychologist
-application
-fee ($250)
-doctoral degree in psychology
-meet any additional requirements
Provisional psychology license expires
24 months after issued;
may not be renewed or reissued
Licensure by endorsement:
-application
-fee ($375)
a.) valid license/certificate in another state with comparable or more stringent
requirements
b.) is ABPP diplomate
c.) doctoral degree in psychology and at least 20 years of experience as a licensed
psychologist in US jurisdiction during 25 most recent years
-pass FL. Laws/Rules exam
-cannot be under investigation in any jurisdiction for act in violation of this chapter
License renewal
Biennial renewal;
$400 fee
40 hours CEUs
Continuing Education Provider
fee: $500 (deposited in Medical Quality Assurance Trust Fund)
approved by board
Discipline: Grounds for denial of license or disciplinary action (a-w = 1st degree
misdemeanor)
a.) attempting to obtain/renew license via bribery or fraud
b.) having another license to practcie a comparable profession revoked, suspended, or
acted against
c.) being convicted or found guilty of crime which directly relates to practice of the
profession
d.) deceptive advertising
e.) practicing under name other than your own
