Examinations

Examinations

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Approximately 98% of respondents require the EPPP (Part 1—Knowledge) to obtain a license to practice as a psychologist. Some respondents also require applicants for licensure to take an oral examination (28%), with a larger proportion of respondents requiring applicants for licensure to take a jurisprudence examination (66%) specific to their jurisdiction’s statutes, rules, and regulations.

57 out of 58 Respondents require the EPPP
(Part 1 - Knowledge)
16 out of 58 Respondents
require an Oral Exam
2 out of 58 Respondents require the EPPP
(Part 2 - Skills)
38 out of 58 Respondents require a
Jurisprudence Exam

EPPP (PART 1 – KNOWLEDGE)

The EPPP (Part 1—Knowledge) is developed and owned by ASPPB and provided to psychology licensing boards to assist them in evaluating the qualifications of applicants for licensure. Most jurisdictions require a passing score on the EPPP (Part 1—Knowledge) prior to licensure. In addition, the EPPP (Part 2 – Skills) was introduced in 2020 and is used to apply the knowledge tested in the EPPP (Part 1 – Knowledge) to decision-making in typical real-world, independent practice situations. Some jurisdictions also require you to achieve a passing score on the EPPP (Part 2 – Skills). Contact the jurisdiction in which you are seeking licensure to determine if you will be required to take the EPPP (Part 2 – Skills) exam.

Earliest Time EPPP (Part 1 – Knowledge) can be taken

Earliest Time EPPP (Part 1 - Knowledge) can be taken

EPPP (Part 1 – Skills) Passing Score

EPPP (Part 1 - Skills) Passing Score

EPPP (Part 2 – Knowledge) Passing Score

EPPP (Part 2 - Knowledge) Passing Score