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Are
psychology associates licensed in Maryland?
What kind of degree do I need to become a psychology associate?
How do I become
licensed in Maryland?
If I am licensed in
another state and want to work temporarily in Maryland, is there
reciprocity?
Is my license subject to
renewal?
How do I
file a complaint against a psychologist?
How can I get more
information?
Are
psychology associates licensed in Maryland?
No, psychology associates
are approved to work under the supervision of licensed psychologists.
A psychology associate must receive approval from the Board before
commencing practice.
What kind of degree do I need to become a psychology associate?
A master’s degree in
psychology is required to apply for psychology associate status in
Maryland. If the applicant's degree is not in psychology, the Board may approve a master’s degree if it is judged by
the Board to be substantially equivalent in subject matter and extent
training to a master’s or doctoral degree in psychology.
COMAR 10.36.07.04
How do I become
licensed in Maryland?
Complete an application
with supporting documentation to take the EPPP Exam and the Maryland
Law Exam. Click here for application materials
Basics in application
packet:
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Completed application
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Fee
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3 letters of reference sent directly
by 3 references
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Verification of
pre-doctoral and post-doctoral supervision
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Transcripts for Masters
and Doctorate Education sent directly from the educational institution
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Complete information on
the requirements can be found in Health Occupations Article, Title 18,
Annotated Code of Maryland and in
COMAR 10.36.01
If I am licensed in another state and want to work temporarily in
Maryland, is there reciprocity?
If you are licensed in
another state and want to work temporarily in Maryland you may
petition the Board for a temporary exception to practice psychology in
Maryland. Please put your request in writing to the Board and include
a copy of your license and curriculum vitae. Please mention in your
letter the nature of your work, when it will occur and how long you
will be working temporarily in Maryland.
FAX (410) 358-7896 and
follow with a letter to:
Board of Examiners of
Psychologists
4201 Patterson Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215-2299
Is my license subject to
renewal?
Yes, all licenses are
renewed every two years. For renewal requirements see
COMAR
10.36.02
How do I
file a complaint against a psychologist?
If you are unable or
unwilling to resolve concerns or complaints with a psychologist, you
may submit a complaint form to the Board.
Click here for Complaint form
How can I get more
information?
More detailed information
regarding the licensure process may be obtained by calling the Board
office at (410)764-4787. You can also contact us by
e-mail at
psychologyboard@dhmh.state.md.us
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