Professional Licensing

State Laws And The Rules Of State Psychology Board

Professional qualifications: Questions

State rules and laws

The education and training of psychologists

In the state of Washington, according to Chapter 18.83 RCW, 246-924 WAC, all psychologists must obtain a doctorate from an accredited institution. They must spend one year in a residency program, submit a dissertation, and complete a practicum and internship.

Qualification for licensure

The internship must be verified to consist of 1500 hours of supervised experience and must be completed within 24 months.

Certificate of professional qualification

Candidates must list the credentials they have held previously, answer personal questions about mental fitness and take the Professional Exam Services (PES).

Administrative process for misconduct

State boards are governed according to the laws of the state, "disciplinary actions start with an initial complaint or multiple complaints, and proceed through a series of investigative and adjudicative stages" (Bricklin 2003:...
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