Psychologist

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State exam

Education

Degree

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Not reported

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<p>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.</p> <p><strong>Legislation:</strong>&nbsp;NH RSA 329-B; Administrative Rules Chapter Mhp 100-500</p> <p><strong>Licensure Requirements:</strong></p> <ul><li>Must be of good professional character</li> <li>Pass the Examination for the Professional Practice of Psychology (EPPP)</li> <li>A Doctoral degree, primarily psychological in nature, consisting of at least three years of full-time graduate study</li> <li>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</li></ul> <p><strong>Examination:</strong>&nbsp; Written (EPPP) and essay examinations required</p> <p><strong>Continuing Education:</strong>&nbsp;40 hours of continuing education credits are required every two years, plus 20 hours of collaboration per year</p> <p><strong>Fees</strong>:</p> <ul><li>Initial application: $300</li> <li>Biennial renewal: $300</li> <li>Inactive license (one year): $67.50</li> <li>Reinstatement or reactivation: $300</li></ul> <p><strong>Reciprocity:</strong>&nbsp;Not permitted</p> <p>revised Feb 2016</p>