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State Board of Psychological Examiners

Phases and Timelines


 

One-year permit Application Phases and Timeline

Phase I

Current Timeframe:
Approximately 1 week

Phase I is the estimated time between receipt of a completed online application and the Board’s initial review of the application and supplemental documentation.

At the conclusion of Phase 1, the Board will email you a letter that informs you of the remaining steps/tasks to complete your permit process.

This may include information on fingerprints or requests for additional documentation.

Phase II
Current Timeframe:
Approximately 2-4 weeks

Phase II is the estimated time between Phase I and the receipt of your background check results, and any remaining application deficiencies.

Background check results are provided to the board by our vendor an average 2-4 weeks from the date of your fingerprint appointment.

*Please note Phase II is contingent on applicant action and third-party processing times. The estimated timeframe assumes the applicant takes immediate action when notified of application deficiencies, following instructions on the proper submission of items.  


Phase III
Current Timeframe:
Approximately 2 weeks

Phase III is the estimated time between Phase II is completed and when the application is approved.

*Please note, applications with criminal history or requiring additional board review will add an additional 4-6 weeks to Phase III.

Upon approval of your application and assuming all requested fees are paid, a congratulations letter and permit will be emailed to you within 5 business days. To verify the status of your permit and to view your permit number, please visit our verification website.






Three-Year Permit Application Phases and Timeline

Phase I

Current Timeframe:
Approximately 1 week

Phase I is the estimated time between receipt of a completed online application and the Board's initial review of the application and supplemental documentation.

At the conclusion of Phase 1, the Board will email you a letter that informs you of the remaining steps/tasks to complete your permit process.

This may include information on fingerprints for the background check, and requests for additional transcript and degree information if applicable.


Phase II
Current Timeframe:
Approximately 4-6 weeks

Phase II is the estimated time between Phase I and the receipt of your background check results and any remaining application deficiencies.

Background check results are provided to the board by our vendor an average 1-3 weeks from the date of your fingerprint appointment.

Please note Phase II is contingent on applicant action and third party processing times. The estimated timeframe assumes the applicant takes immediate action when notified of application deficiencies.  


Phase III
Current Timeframe:
Approximately 2 weeks

Phase III is the estimated time between Phase II is completed and when the application is approved.

*Please note, applications with criminal history or requiring additional board review will add an additional 4-6 weeks to Phase III.

Upon approval of your application and assuming all requested fees are paid, a congratulations letter and permit will be emailed to you within 5 business days. To verify the status of your permit and to view your permit number, please visit our verification website.






Practicing Psychologist Application Phases and Timeline

Phase I

Current Timeframe:
Approximately 1 week

Phase I is the estimated time between receipt of a completed online application and the Board's initial review of the application and supplemental documentation, including documentation of supervised experience, affidavits, and abstracts.

At the conclusion of Phase 1, the Board will email you a letter that informs you of the remaining steps/tasks to complete your licensure process.

This may include information on fingerprints for the background check, and EPPP exam approval information if applicable.

*Please note Phase I is contingent on properly documented supervised experience, affidavits, and abstracts. The estimated timeframe assumes the applicant presents all required documentation that can be approved and takes immediate action when notified of application deficiencies.


Phase II
Current Timeframe:
Approximately 4-6 weeks

Phase II is the estimated time between Phase I and the receipt of your background check results, exam scores, and any remaining application deficiencies.

Background check results are provided to the board by our vendor an average 2-4 weeks from the date of your fingerprint appointment.

*Please note Phase II is contingent on applicant action and third-party processing times. The estimated timeframe assumes the applicant schedules and passes the EPPP exam shortly after approval, if applicable, as well as the online jurisprudence exam, taking immediate action when notified of application deficiencies.  


Phase III
Current Timeframe:
Approximately 2 weeks

Phase III is the estimated time between Phase II is completed and when the application is approved.


Last Modified: 7/6/2023 8:32 AM