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Full Washington psychologist license. Initial examination and endorsement pathways; jurisprudence is ordinarily completed after issuance in the first continuing education cycle.

Licensing authority: Washington State Examining Board of Psychology; Washington State Department of Health · Application information

Return to active status following disciplinary suspension
Washington State Jurisprudence (JP) Examination (practice unavailable)
Ce Waiver
The Board may grant an extension or an indefinite illness waiver under WAC 246-924-330; an illness waiver requires no consumer psychological services, with notification and prorated CE on resumption.
Continuing Education
60 CE hours every three years, including four ethics hours and two health-equity hours; six hours of qualifying suicide-prevention training every six years.
Jurisprudence Applicability
JP is a leaf only as the identified examination in the incorporated CE rules. If the first-cycle requirement has already been met, repeating JP is optional; the source does not prescribe a new EPPP sitting.
Jurisprudence Timing
The jurisprudence examination is ordinarily completed after initial licensure, within the first three-year CE cycle. A prior JP pass during licensure satisfies this requirement; after the first CE cycle it is optional for one CE hour per cycle.
Reactivation Requirements
Meet the disciplinary order, any current renewal fee/surcharge, CE/competency declarations for the whole suspension, and required documents. RCW 18.130.150 permits an unnamed examination as a reinstatement condition; that unnamed slot is an applicant condition.
Licensure by endorsement — deficiencies

All of the following:

Ce Waiver
The Board may grant an extension or an indefinite illness waiver under WAC 246-924-330; an illness waiver requires no consumer psychological services, with notification and prorated CE on resumption.
Continuing Education
60 CE hours every three years, including four ethics hours and two health-equity hours; six hours of qualifying suicide-prevention training every six years.
Documentation
Endorsement application, fee, background check, good-standing license verification and any other requested documents; certified translations for non-English documentation.
Eligibility
If the Board determines the licensing jurisdiction is not essentially equivalent, provide documentation meeting each Washington requirement the Board identifies as deficient for its review; the two-year licensure and statutory endorsement requirements apply.
Eppp Score Transfer
Verification of passing EPPP is transferred by the testing company; foreign applicants may be required to take it.
Jurisprudence Timing
The jurisprudence examination is ordinarily completed after initial licensure, within the first three-year CE cycle. A prior JP pass during licensure satisfies this requirement; after the first CE cycle it is optional for one CE hour per cycle.
Waiver Discretion
Where authorized, the Board may waive duplicative requirements. EPPP is retained because the current implementing rule requires its passing score; whether an individual is excused is an applicant condition.
Licensure by endorsement — equivalent

All of the following:

Ce Waiver
The Board may grant an extension or an indefinite illness waiver under WAC 246-924-330; an illness waiver requires no consumer psychological services, with notification and prorated CE on resumption.
Continuing Education
60 CE hours every three years, including four ethics hours and two health-equity hours; six hours of qualifying suicide-prevention training every six years.
Documentation
Endorsement application, fee, background check, good-standing license verification and any other requested documents; certified translations for non-English documentation.
Eligibility
At least two years licensed in a state or country with essentially equivalent licensing requirements; meet RCW 18.83.170(1)(a), including the doctoral degree and no prior failed Washington Board examination.
Eppp Score Transfer
Verification of passing EPPP is transferred by the testing company; foreign applicants may be required to take it.
Jurisprudence Timing
The jurisprudence examination is ordinarily completed after initial licensure, within the first three-year CE cycle. A prior JP pass during licensure satisfies this requirement; after the first CE cycle it is optional for one CE hour per cycle.
Waiver Discretion
Where authorized, the Board may waive duplicative requirements. EPPP is retained because the current implementing rule requires its passing score; whether an individual is excused is an applicant condition.
Licensure by endorsement — five years

All of the following:

Ce Waiver
The Board may grant an extension or an indefinite illness waiver under WAC 246-924-330; an illness waiver requires no consumer psychological services, with notification and prorated CE on resumption.
Continuing Education
60 CE hours every three years, including four ethics hours and two health-equity hours; six hours of qualifying suicide-prevention training every six years.
Documentation
Endorsement application, fee, background check, good-standing license verification and any other requested documents; certified translations for non-English documentation.
Eligibility
An unrestricted psychologist license continuously held in a United States or Canadian jurisdiction for at least the last five consecutive years; the Board may waive requirements under RCW 18.83.170(1).
Eppp Score Transfer
Verification of passing EPPP is transferred by the testing company; foreign applicants may be required to take it.
Jurisprudence Timing
The jurisprudence examination is ordinarily completed after initial licensure, within the first three-year CE cycle. A prior JP pass during licensure satisfies this requirement; after the first CE cycle it is optional for one CE hour per cycle.
Waiver Discretion
Where authorized, the Board may waive duplicative requirements. EPPP is retained because the current implementing rule requires its passing score; whether an individual is excused is an applicant condition.
Licensure by endorsement — national certification

All of the following:

Ce Waiver
The Board may grant an extension or an indefinite illness waiver under WAC 246-924-330; an illness waiver requires no consumer psychological services, with notification and prorated CE on resumption.
Continuing Education
60 CE hours every three years, including four ethics hours and two health-equity hours; six hours of qualifying suicide-prevention training every six years.
Documentation
Endorsement application, fee, background check, good-standing license verification and any other requested documents; certified translations for non-English documentation.
Eligibility
Current membership and certification as a National Register health service psychologist, an American Board of Examiners in Professional Psychology diplomate, an ASPPB Certificate of Professional Qualification holder, or an American Board of Professional Neuropsychology diplomate, verified directly by the organization.
Eppp Score Transfer
Verification of passing EPPP is transferred by the testing company; foreign applicants may be required to take it.
Jurisprudence Timing
The jurisprudence examination is ordinarily completed after initial licensure, within the first three-year CE cycle. A prior JP pass during licensure satisfies this requirement; after the first CE cycle it is optional for one CE hour per cycle.
Waiver Discretion
Where authorized, the Board may waive duplicative requirements. EPPP is retained because the current implementing rule requires its passing score; whether an individual is excused is an applicant condition.
Endorsement under RCW 18.130.077
Washington State Jurisprudence (JP) Examination (practice unavailable)
Ce Waiver
The Board may grant an extension or an indefinite illness waiver under WAC 246-924-330; an illness waiver requires no consumer psychological services, with notification and prorated CE on resumption.
Continuing Education
60 CE hours every three years, including four ethics hours and two health-equity hours; six hours of qualifying suicide-prevention training every six years.
Disciplinary Eligibility
No grounds for denial or conditional licensure; no discipline for unprofessional conduct or impairment in the prior two years or pending application; no pending investigation or charges.
Fee And Background
Submit the endorsement application, fees, background check and credential verification.
Jurisprudence Timing
The jurisprudence examination is ordinarily completed after initial licensure, within the first three-year CE cycle. A prior JP pass during licensure satisfies this requirement; after the first CE cycle it is optional for one CE hour per cycle.
Licensure History
Credentialed in another state with substantially equivalent standards for at least the two years immediately preceding application, without an interruption longer than 90 days.
Lower Ranked Score Demand
WAC 246-924-013(3)(b) nevertheless states: (b) Verification of passing the EPPP described in WAC 246-924-070 , transferred to the department by the testing company;
Statutory Waiver
RCW 18.130.077(1) requires waiver of education, training, experience, and initial exam requirements. The recurring first-cycle JP requirement is carried separately by WAC 246-924-230.
Initial licensure by examination

All of the following:

Application Deadline
Requested documents must be supplied within one year of receipt; a closed application requires a new application, documents and fee.
Background
Pass the background check required by RCW 18.130.064 and provide requested documentation.
Ce Waiver
The Board may grant an extension or an indefinite illness waiver under WAC 246-924-330; an illness waiver requires no consumer psychological services, with notification and prorated CE on resumption.
Character
Good moral character under RCW 18.83.070.
Continuing Education
60 CE hours every three years, including four ethics hours and two health-equity hours; six hours of qualifying suicide-prevention training every six years.
Doctoral Degree
Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution in an integrated psychology program. APA, CPA, or PCSAS accreditation satisfies the minimum education requirements; otherwise WAC 246-924-046 applies.
Education Documentation
Official transcripts; nonaccredited programs require curriculum, dissertation and residency documentation. Residency is one continuous full-time year in person or 500 qualifying in-person educational-meeting hours under WAC 246-924-048.
Fee
Pay applicable fees under WAC 246-924-990.
Jurisprudence Timing
The jurisprudence examination is ordinarily completed after initial licensure, within the first three-year CE cycle. A prior JP pass during licensure satisfies this requirement; after the first CE cycle it is optional for one CE hour per cycle.
National Score
EPPP scaled score of at least 500; a prior passing score is transferred directly by ASPPB, rather than requiring a new sitting.
Substance Use Experience Reduction
For an applicant credentialed as a substance use disorder professional for three of the previous ten years, the remaining 1,500 hours are reduced to 1,020, for 2,820 total.
Supervised Experience
At least 3,300 hours, including at least 300 practicum hours over nine months and 3,000 hours across at least two years; at least 1,500 internship hours. The remaining 1,500 may be additional practicum, internship, or postdoctoral hours.
Supervision Documentation
Supervisor verification, internship brochure and telesupervision policy when used; applicable practicum, internship and postdoctoral rules apply.
Translation
Non-English documents require an accurate translation and notarized translator affidavit, at applicant expense.
Reactivation after expiry for one renewal cycle or less
Washington State Jurisprudence (JP) Examination (practice unavailable)
Ce Waiver
The Board may grant an extension or an indefinite illness waiver under WAC 246-924-330; an illness waiver requires no consumer psychological services, with notification and prorated CE on resumption.
Continuing Education
60 CE hours every three years, including four ethics hours and two health-equity hours; six hours of qualifying suicide-prevention training every six years.
Jurisprudence Applicability
JP is a leaf only as the identified examination in the incorporated CE rules. If the first-cycle requirement has already been met, repeating JP is optional; the source does not prescribe a new EPPP sitting.
Jurisprudence Timing
The jurisprudence examination is ordinarily completed after initial licensure, within the first three-year CE cycle. A prior JP pass during licensure satisfies this requirement; after the first CE cycle it is optional for one CE hour per cycle.
Reactivation Requirements
Pay late and current renewal fees and required surcharge; provide declarations and meet current CE requirements.
Reactivation after expiry for three years or more
Washington State Jurisprudence (JP) Examination (practice unavailable)
Ce Waiver
The Board may grant an extension or an indefinite illness waiver under WAC 246-924-330; an illness waiver requires no consumer psychological services, with notification and prorated CE on resumption.
Continuing Education
60 CE hours every three years, including four ethics hours and two health-equity hours; six hours of qualifying suicide-prevention training every six years.
Jurisprudence Applicability
JP is a leaf only as the identified examination in the incorporated CE rules. If the first-cycle requirement has already been met, repeating JP is optional; the source does not prescribe a new EPPP sitting.
Jurisprudence Timing
The jurisprudence examination is ordinarily completed after initial licensure, within the first three-year CE cycle. A prior JP pass during licensure satisfies this requirement; after the first CE cycle it is optional for one CE hour per cycle.
Reactivation Requirements
Abbreviated application and fees; no restrictive-action or surrender declarations and other required competency/documentation. WAC 246-924-250 specifically requires 40 CE hours including four ethics hours in the two years before reinstatement.
Reactivation after expiry for more than one renewal cycle but less than three years
Washington State Jurisprudence (JP) Examination (practice unavailable)
Ce Waiver
The Board may grant an extension or an indefinite illness waiver under WAC 246-924-330; an illness waiver requires no consumer psychological services, with notification and prorated CE on resumption.
Continuing Education
60 CE hours every three years, including four ethics hours and two health-equity hours; six hours of qualifying suicide-prevention training every six years.
Jurisprudence Applicability
JP is a leaf only as the identified examination in the incorporated CE rules. If the first-cycle requirement has already been met, repeating JP is optional; the source does not prescribe a new EPPP sitting.
Jurisprudence Timing
The jurisprudence examination is ordinarily completed after initial licensure, within the first three-year CE cycle. A prior JP pass during licensure satisfies this requirement; after the first CE cycle it is optional for one CE hour per cycle.
Reactivation Requirements
Abbreviated application, late and current renewal fees, reissuance fee and any surcharge; declarations of no restrictive action or voluntary surrender, and compliance with the last two years of CE/competency.
Initial licensure by examination with out of country education

All of the following:

Application Deadline
Requested documents must be supplied within one year of receipt; a closed application requires a new application, documents and fee.
Background
Pass the background check required by RCW 18.130.064 and provide requested documentation.
Ce Waiver
The Board may grant an extension or an indefinite illness waiver under WAC 246-924-330; an illness waiver requires no consumer psychological services, with notification and prorated CE on resumption.
Character
Good moral character under RCW 18.83.070.
Continuing Education
60 CE hours every three years, including four ethics hours and two health-equity hours; six hours of qualifying suicide-prevention training every six years.
Doctoral Degree
Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution in an integrated psychology program. APA, CPA, or PCSAS accreditation satisfies the minimum education requirements; otherwise WAC 246-924-046 applies.
Education Documentation
Official transcripts; nonaccredited programs require curriculum, dissertation and residency documentation. Residency is one continuous full-time year in person or 500 qualifying in-person educational-meeting hours under WAC 246-924-048.
Education Evaluation
Applicants not qualifying under the ordinary examination, endorsement or probationary pathways provide an accredited evaluation showing doctoral equivalence under RCW 18.83.070; recognized evaluators include the National Register and NACES.
Fee
Pay applicable fees under WAC 246-924-990.
Jurisprudence Timing
The jurisprudence examination is ordinarily completed after initial licensure, within the first three-year CE cycle. A prior JP pass during licensure satisfies this requirement; after the first CE cycle it is optional for one CE hour per cycle.
National Score
EPPP scaled score of at least 500; a prior passing score is transferred directly by ASPPB, rather than requiring a new sitting.
Substance Use Experience Reduction
For an applicant credentialed as a substance use disorder professional for three of the previous ten years, the remaining 1,500 hours are reduced to 1,020, for 2,820 total.
Supervised Experience
At least 3,300 hours, including at least 300 practicum hours over nine months and 3,000 hours across at least two years; at least 1,500 internship hours. The remaining 1,500 may be additional practicum, internship, or postdoctoral hours.
Supervision Documentation
Supervisor verification, internship brochure and telesupervision policy when used; applicable practicum, internship and postdoctoral rules apply.
Translation
Non-English documents require an accurate translation and notarized translator affidavit, at applicant expense.
Return to full active status from retired active status
Washington State Jurisprudence (JP) Examination (practice unavailable)
Ce Waiver
The Board may grant an extension or an indefinite illness waiver under WAC 246-924-330; an illness waiver requires no consumer psychological services, with notification and prorated CE on resumption.
Continuing Education
60 CE hours every three years, including four ethics hours and two health-equity hours; six hours of qualifying suicide-prevention training every six years.
Jurisprudence Applicability
JP is a leaf only as the identified examination in the incorporated CE rules. If the first-cycle requirement has already been met, repeating JP is optional; the source does not prescribe a new EPPP sitting.
Jurisprudence Timing
The jurisprudence examination is ordinarily completed after initial licensure, within the first three-year CE cycle. A prior JP pass during licensure satisfies this requirement; after the first CE cycle it is optional for one CE hour per cycle.
Reactivation Requirements
Written notice, active renewal fee and any surcharge, no restrictive-action or surrender declarations, CE/competency declaration and any additional competency requirements.
Return from retired volunteer status to active psychologist licensure
Washington State Jurisprudence (JP) Examination (practice unavailable)
Ce Waiver
The Board may grant an extension or an indefinite illness waiver under WAC 246-924-330; an illness waiver requires no consumer psychological services, with notification and prorated CE on resumption.
Continuing Education
60 CE hours every three years, including four ethics hours and two health-equity hours; six hours of qualifying suicide-prevention training every six years.
Jurisprudence Timing
The jurisprudence examination is ordinarily completed after initial licensure, within the first three-year CE cycle. A prior JP pass during licensure satisfies this requirement; after the first CE cycle it is optional for one CE hour per cycle.
Reactivation
Apply the expired-credential procedure in WAC 246-12-040 and applicable psychologist-specific competency requirements; eligibility, fees and declarations depend on the expired duration.
Return to active status following mandated suspension
Washington State Jurisprudence (JP) Examination (practice unavailable)
Ce Waiver
The Board may grant an extension or an indefinite illness waiver under WAC 246-924-330; an illness waiver requires no consumer psychological services, with notification and prorated CE on resumption.
Continuing Education
60 CE hours every three years, including four ethics hours and two health-equity hours; six hours of qualifying suicide-prevention training every six years.
Jurisprudence Applicability
JP is a leaf only as the identified examination in the incorporated CE rules. If the first-cycle requirement has already been met, repeating JP is optional; the source does not prescribe a new EPPP sitting.
Jurisprudence Timing
The jurisprudence examination is ordinarily completed after initial licensure, within the first three-year CE cycle. A prior JP pass during licensure satisfies this requirement; after the first CE cycle it is optional for one CE hour per cycle.
Reactivation Requirements
Meet the suspension order, pay the return fee and any current renewal fee/surcharge, document CE/competency for the entire suspension; additional profession requirements apply if suspended more than three years.
Place psychologist credential in inactive military related status
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Status Eligibility
(1) A practitioner who is a member of the United States Armed Forces, the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, or the Merchant Marine of the United States may obtain a military status credential if their credential is valid and in force and effect. (2) A practitioner who is the spouse or registered domestic partner of member of the United States Armed Forces or the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps who is deployed or stationed in a location outside of Washington state may request that their credential be placed in inactive military-related status if the credential is valid and in force and effect. (3) A credential is valid and in force and effect if it is active and in good standing. "In good standing" means the credential is not currently subject to any sanction, terms, conditions or restrictions required by formal or informal discipline or an agreement to practice with conditions under chapter 18.130 RCW, the Uniform Disciplinary Act.
Status Identity
This changes or maintains the status of the existing psychologist credential; it is not initial licensure. The full text of the status procedure defines the documentary, fee and CE requirements.
Status Procedure
A person is military related if they are the spouse or registered domestic partner of a service member in the United States Armed Forces or United States Public Health Services Commissioned Corps. (1) To obtain an inactive military-related status credential the practitioner shall: (a) Submit a written request that the department place their credential in inactive military-related status; (b) Hold an active Washington state credential that is valid and in force and effect; (c) Submit to the department an official copy of service orders verifying that their spouse or registered domestic partner is a member of the service described in WAC 246-12-500 (2) and has been deployed or stationed in a location outside of Washington state; (d) Submit a copy of their marriage certificate or certificate of registered domestic partnership. (2) There is no fee due for placing a credential in inactive military-related status. Portions of the current renewal fee will not be prorated or refunded. (3) The practitioner may not practice in the state of Washington when their credential is in inactive military-related status.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Maintain inactive military related psychologist status
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Status Eligibility
(1) A practitioner who is a member of the United States Armed Forces, the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, or the Merchant Marine of the United States may obtain a military status credential if their credential is valid and in force and effect. (2) A practitioner who is the spouse or registered domestic partner of member of the United States Armed Forces or the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps who is deployed or stationed in a location outside of Washington state may request that their credential be placed in inactive military-related status if the credential is valid and in force and effect. (3) A credential is valid and in force and effect if it is active and in good standing. "In good standing" means the credential is not currently subject to any sanction, terms, conditions or restrictions required by formal or informal discipline or an agreement to practice with conditions under chapter 18.130 RCW, the Uniform Disciplinary Act.
Status Identity
This changes or maintains the status of the existing psychologist credential; it is not initial licensure. The full text of the status procedure defines the documentary, fee and CE requirements.
Status Procedure
The expiration date for all credentials is the practitioner's birthday, except for faculty, postgraduate education, associate, or trainee credentials authorized by law. (1) The practitioner may maintain a credential in inactive military-related status for as long as their spouse or registered domestic partner continues to be stationed or deployed in a location outside of the state of Washington and they remain married to or in a registered domestic partnership with that person. (2) To maintain an inactive military-related status credential, the practitioner shall submit to the department an official copy of service orders verifying that their spouse or registered domestic partner continues to be deployed or stationed in a location outside of Washington state. (3) The department will mail or email courtesy maintenance notices to the practitioner's address on file using credential renewal cycles. (4) Inactive military-related status credential maintenance requests are accepted by the department no sooner than 90 days prior to the date the credential would expire if not in inactive military-related status. (5) Continuing education is not required while the credential is in an inactive military-related status.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Return psychologist credential from inactive military related status
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Status Eligibility
(1) A practitioner who is a member of the United States Armed Forces, the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, or the Merchant Marine of the United States may obtain a military status credential if their credential is valid and in force and effect. (2) A practitioner who is the spouse or registered domestic partner of member of the United States Armed Forces or the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps who is deployed or stationed in a location outside of Washington state may request that their credential be placed in inactive military-related status if the credential is valid and in force and effect. (3) A credential is valid and in force and effect if it is active and in good standing. "In good standing" means the credential is not currently subject to any sanction, terms, conditions or restrictions required by formal or informal discipline or an agreement to practice with conditions under chapter 18.130 RCW, the Uniform Disciplinary Act.
Status Identity
This changes or maintains the status of the existing psychologist credential; it is not initial licensure. The full text of the status procedure defines the documentary, fee and CE requirements.
Status Procedure
(1) A practitioner in inactive military-related status can return their credential to active status at any time. (2) To return to active status the practitioner must: (a) Pay the appropriate current active renewal fee; (b) Pay the current substance use disorder monitoring surcharge, if required by the profession as part of renewal; (c) Submit documentation of the service member's current service or discharge status. (3) If the practitioner requests a change to active status after their spouse or registered domestic partner is discharged, they shall submit an official copy of the discharge papers (DD214) showing that their spouse or registered domestic partner has received a qualifying discharge within the previous six months. (4) The credential must be changed from inactive military-related status to active status within six months of the military personnel's qualifying discharge by meeting the requirements of subsections (2) and (3) of this section. (5) A practitioner who does not comply with subsection (3) of this section will be subject to late fees as required by WAC 246-12-040 . (6) After returning a credential to active status, applicable continuing education requirements will apply during the following renewal.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Place psychologist credential in military status
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Status Eligibility
(1) A practitioner who is a member of the United States Armed Forces, the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, or the Merchant Marine of the United States may obtain a military status credential if their credential is valid and in force and effect. (2) A practitioner who is the spouse or registered domestic partner of member of the United States Armed Forces or the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps who is deployed or stationed in a location outside of Washington state may request that their credential be placed in inactive military-related status if the credential is valid and in force and effect. (3) A credential is valid and in force and effect if it is active and in good standing. "In good standing" means the credential is not currently subject to any sanction, terms, conditions or restrictions required by formal or informal discipline or an agreement to practice with conditions under chapter 18.130 RCW, the Uniform Disciplinary Act.
Status Identity
This changes or maintains the status of the existing psychologist credential; it is not initial licensure. The full text of the status procedure defines the documentary, fee and CE requirements.
Status Procedure
(1) To obtain a military status credential the practitioner must submit a written request notifying the department of the intent to obtain a military status credential. (2) A practitioner may obtain a military status credential if he or she: (a) Holds an active Washington state credential that is valid and in force and effect; and (b) Submits to the department an official copy of service orders verifying that he or she is a member of the armed forces or other services described in WAC 246-12-500 (1). (3) The practitioner may obtain a military status credential at any time the criteria in subsection (2) of this section are met. There is no fee due for military status. Portions of the current renewal fee will not be prorated or refunded. (4) A military status credential remains in full force and effect so long as service continues and allows practice throughout the state of Washington unless sooner suspended or revoked by the regulatory entity.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Maintain psychologist credential in military status
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Status Eligibility
(1) A practitioner who is a member of the United States Armed Forces, the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, or the Merchant Marine of the United States may obtain a military status credential if their credential is valid and in force and effect. (2) A practitioner who is the spouse or registered domestic partner of member of the United States Armed Forces or the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps who is deployed or stationed in a location outside of Washington state may request that their credential be placed in inactive military-related status if the credential is valid and in force and effect. (3) A credential is valid and in force and effect if it is active and in good standing. "In good standing" means the credential is not currently subject to any sanction, terms, conditions or restrictions required by formal or informal discipline or an agreement to practice with conditions under chapter 18.130 RCW, the Uniform Disciplinary Act.
Status Identity
This changes or maintains the status of the existing psychologist credential; it is not initial licensure. The full text of the status procedure defines the documentary, fee and CE requirements.
Status Procedure
(1) The expiration date for all credentials is the practitioner's birthday, except for faculty, postgraduate education, associate, or trainee credentials authorized by law. (2) As long as a practitioner's military service continues, the practitioner is not required to renew their credential, but should maintain the credential in military status. To maintain a military status credential, the practitioner shall submit to the department an official copy of service orders verifying that they are an active duty member of the United States Armed Forces, the United States Public Health Services Commissioned Corps, or the Merchant Marine of the United States. (3) The department will mail or email courtesy maintenance notices to the practitioner's address on file using credential renewal cycles. (4) A practitioner shall return the courtesy maintenance notice to the department with an official copy of their service orders. (5) Military status credential maintenance requests are accepted by the department no sooner than 90 days prior to the date the credential would expire if not in military status. (6) Continuing education is not required while the credential is in military status.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Return psychologist credential from military to active status
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Status Eligibility
(1) A practitioner who is a member of the United States Armed Forces, the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, or the Merchant Marine of the United States may obtain a military status credential if their credential is valid and in force and effect. (2) A practitioner who is the spouse or registered domestic partner of member of the United States Armed Forces or the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps who is deployed or stationed in a location outside of Washington state may request that their credential be placed in inactive military-related status if the credential is valid and in force and effect. (3) A credential is valid and in force and effect if it is active and in good standing. "In good standing" means the credential is not currently subject to any sanction, terms, conditions or restrictions required by formal or informal discipline or an agreement to practice with conditions under chapter 18.130 RCW, the Uniform Disciplinary Act.
Status Identity
This changes or maintains the status of the existing psychologist credential; it is not initial licensure. The full text of the status procedure defines the documentary, fee and CE requirements.
Status Procedure
(1) To change the status of a credential from military status to active status, the practitioner must submit to the department: (a) Written notification of the change in their service status; (b) An official copy of the practitioner's discharge papers (DD214); (c) The appropriate current active renewal fee; (d) The current substance abuse monitoring surcharge, if required by the profession as part of the renewal fee. (2) The practitioner must request the military status credential be changed from military status to active status within six months of qualifying discharge by meeting the requirements of subsection (1) of this section. (3) A practitioner who does not comply with subsection (2) of this section will be subject to late fees as required by WAC 246-12-040 . (4) Continuing education requirements will apply after the first post-discharge renewal.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Annual renewal and continuing education
Washington State Jurisprudence (JP) Examination (practice unavailable)
Ce Waiver
The Board may grant an extension or an indefinite illness waiver under WAC 246-924-330; an illness waiver requires no consumer psychological services, with notification and prorated CE on resumption.
Continuing Education
60 CE hours every three years, including four ethics hours and two health-equity hours; six hours of qualifying suicide-prevention training every six years.
Jurisprudence Timing
The jurisprudence examination is ordinarily completed after initial licensure, within the first three-year CE cycle. A prior JP pass during licensure satisfies this requirement; after the first CE cycle it is optional for one CE hour per cycle.
Prior Jurisprudence Pass
The Board CE FAQ accepts an exam passed during initial licensure instead of a repeat in the first CE cycle.
Renewal
Renew annually on or before the birthday, paying the renewal fee and providing required declarations.
Transition from probationary to full psychologist licensure

All of the following:

Application Deadline
Requested documents must be supplied within one year of receipt; a closed application requires a new application, documents and fee.
Background
Pass the background check required by RCW 18.130.064 and provide requested documentation.
Ce Waiver
The Board may grant an extension or an indefinite illness waiver under WAC 246-924-330; an illness waiver requires no consumer psychological services, with notification and prorated CE on resumption.
Character
Good moral character under RCW 18.83.070.
Continuing Education
60 CE hours every three years, including four ethics hours and two health-equity hours; six hours of qualifying suicide-prevention training every six years.
Doctoral Degree
Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution in an integrated psychology program. APA, CPA, or PCSAS accreditation satisfies the minimum education requirements; otherwise WAC 246-924-046 applies.
Education Documentation
Official transcripts; nonaccredited programs require curriculum, dissertation and residency documentation. Residency is one continuous full-time year in person or 500 qualifying in-person educational-meeting hours under WAC 246-924-048.
Fee
Pay applicable fees under WAC 246-924-990.
Jurisprudence Timing
The jurisprudence examination is ordinarily completed after initial licensure, within the first three-year CE cycle. A prior JP pass during licensure satisfies this requirement; after the first CE cycle it is optional for one CE hour per cycle.
National Score
EPPP scaled score of at least 500; a prior passing score is transferred directly by ASPPB, rather than requiring a new sitting.
Substance Use Experience Reduction
For an applicant credentialed as a substance use disorder professional for three of the previous ten years, the remaining 1,500 hours are reduced to 1,020, for 2,820 total.
Supervised Experience
At least 3,300 hours, including at least 300 practicum hours over nine months and 3,000 hours across at least two years; at least 1,500 internship hours. The remaining 1,500 may be additional practicum, internship, or postdoctoral hours.
Supervision Documentation
Supervisor verification, internship brochure and telesupervision policy when used; applicable practicum, internship and postdoctoral rules apply.
Transition
Complete the full-license education, supervised experience and examination deficiencies determined by the department before the probationary term ends; additional supervised hours must satisfy WAC 246-924-059.
Translation
Non-English documents require an accurate translation and notarized translator affidavit, at applicant expense.

Psychologist Probationary License

One-year probationary reciprocity license, renewable once while full-licensure deficiencies are resolved.

Licensing authority: Washington State Examining Board of Psychology; Washington State Department of Health · Application information

Initial probationary reciprocity license

All of the following:

Application
Submit the probationary and examination applications, out-of-state verification, fees and requested examination-application documentation.
Board Timing Statement
The Board licensing-requirements page states: The Washington State Jurisprudence (JP) Examination is not required to obtain licensure but it will be required once licensed as part of the first continuing education (CE) cycle. WAC 246-924-493(5) otherwise defers ordinary CE until transition to a full license.
Deficiency Review
The department reviews education and experience deficiencies and may require completion before transition to full licensure.
Disciplinary History
No disciplinary record or disqualifying criminal history.
Duration
Initial license lasts one year and can be renewed once.
Jurisprudence Conflict
WAC 246-924-493(3)(b) states: (b) Proof of passing the jurisprudence exam according to WAC 246-924-070 ; The newer WAC 246-924-013(4) incorporates the examination application, while current WAC 246-924-070 identifies EPPP; both named examinations are retained under the contract’s same-rank rule.
Out Of State License
Hold or have held within the preceding 12 months a good-standing credential whose scope of practice is substantially equivalent or greater, as determined by the department.
One time probationary license renewal
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application Fee
Completed renewal application and applicable fee.
Ce Deferral
Except for these special renewal requirements, ordinary CE applies after transition to the full license.
Ethics
Four hours of qualifying ethics education under WAC 246-924-240.
Renewal Limit
One renewal, valid for one additional year.
Suicide Prevention
Suicide assessment, treatment and management training as specified by WAC 246-924-493(4)(b).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Psychologist Temporary Practice Permit

Temporary practice during a pending national background check or military-spouse application process, under the separately applicable duration rules.

Licensing authority: Washington State Examining Board of Psychology; Washington State Department of Health · Application information

Temporary practice pending the national background check
EPPP (Part 1-Knowledge)
Duration
No renewal, reissue or extension; expires on licensing, notice of decision unless extended in that notice, or 210 days after issuance.
Eppp Waiver
The statutory waiver applies if the two-year history and other requirements of RCW 18.130.077 are met; EPPP is retained for applicants who do not qualify for that waiver.
Existing License
Unrestricted active out-of-state psychologist license with substantially equivalent standards, no Washington criminal record, and no grounds for denial or restriction.
Remaining Requirements
Meet all full-license qualifications except the pending fingerprint-based national background result. Submit the license application, fees, documentation, fingerprints and written permit request.
Temporary practice permit for a military spouse or registered domestic partner
EPPP (Part 1-Knowledge)
Duration
Full scope; expires on licensure, decision notice unless extended in the notice, or 180 days after issuance.
Eppp Waiver
RCW 18.130.077 waives initial examination requirements for qualified two-year license holders; other applicants remain subject to the professional exam requirement.
Existing License
Unrestricted active license with substantially equivalent professional standards and no pending investigations, charges or discipline.
Military Relationship
Spouse or registered domestic partner moving to Washington due to the military person’s transfer; provide orders and relationship documentation.
Qualifications
Submit the license application, fee, fingerprints if required and written permit request; satisfy training, education and practice standards while other additional requirements are completed.

EPPP (Part 1-Knowledge)

Provider
Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB); delivered by Pearson VUE at Pearson Professional Centers
Format
Computer-based multiple-choice examination; each item has three or four possible responses, only one of which is correct; the score is the number of correct responses. A French form (FEPPP) is available only to candidates whose licensing authorities legally require a French form.
Exam questions
225 items: 175 scored and 50 unscored pretest items
Time limit
4 hours and 15 minutes for completion of the exam items
Passing score
Scaled score (200-800 scale); ASPPB recommended passing scores of 500 for independent practice and 450 for supervised practice; each licensing authority sets its own passing standard
Exam fee
$600 USD exam fee per sitting plus $91.88 test sitting fee (English EPPP (Part 1-Knowledge))
Examination outline
  • Domain 1. Biological Bases of Behavior (10%)
    • KN1. Functional correlates and determinants of the neurobiological and genetic bases of behavior pertaining to perception, cognition, personality, and mood and affect in normal, acute and chronic neurobehavioral disease processes and disease comorbidities
    • KN2. Drug classification, mechanisms of action, and desired/adverse effects of therapeutic agents, drugs of abuse, and complementary or alternative agents
    • KN3. Results from major trials and general guidelines for pharmacological, psychotherapeutic, and combined treatment of psychological disorders
    • KN4. Behavioral genetics, transmission and expression of genetic information and its modification, and the role and limitations of this information in understanding disorders
    • KN5. Applications of structural and functional brain imaging methods, electrophysiological methods, therapeutic drug monitoring methods, and genetic screening methodologies, and the evidence for their effectiveness
  • Domain 2. Cognitive-Affective Bases of Behavior (13%)
    • KN6. Major research‐based theories and models of intelligence and their application
    • KN7. Major research-based theories, models, and principles of learning and their application
    • KN8. Major research‐based theories and models of memory and their application
    • KN9. Major research‐based theories and models of motivation and their application
    • KN10. Major research-based theories and models of emotion and their application
    • KN11. Elements of cognition, including sensation and perception, attention, language, information processing, visual-spatial processing, executive functioning
    • KN12. Relations among cognitions/beliefs, behavior, affect, temperament, and mood
    • KN13. Influence of psychosocial factors on cognitions/beliefs and behaviors
  • Domain 3. Social and Cultural Bases of Behavior (11%)
    • KN14. Major research‐based theories and models of social cognition (e.g., person perception, development of stereotypes, prejudice)
    • KN15. Social interaction and relationships (e.g., attraction, aggression, altruism, organizational justice, verbal and non‐verbal communication, internet communication, mate selection, empathy)
    • KN16. Group and systems processes (e.g., school, work, and family systems, job satisfaction, team functioning, conformity, persuasion) and social influences on functioning
    • KN17. Major research‐based personality theories and models
    • KN18. Cultural and sociopolitical psychology (e.g., privilege, cross‐cultural comparisons, political differences, international and global awareness, religiosity and spirituality, acculturation)
    • KN19. Identity diversity and intersectionality (e.g., psychological impact of diversity on individuals, families, and systems)
    • KN20. Causes, manifestations, and effects of oppression
  • Domain 4. Growth and Lifespan Development (12%)
    • KN21. Normal growth and development across the lifespan
    • KN22. Influence of individual‐environment interaction on development over time (e.g., the relationship between the individual and the social, academic, work, community environment)
    • KN23. Major research‐based theories and models of development
    • KN24. Influence of diverse identities on development
    • KN25. Family development, configuration, and functioning and their impact on the individual across the lifespan
    • KN26. Life events that can influence the course of development across the lifespan
    • KN27. Risk and protective factors that may impact a developmental course (e.g., nutrition, prenatal care, health care, social support, socioeconomic status, abuse, victimization, and resiliency)
    • KN28. Disorders and diseases that impact the expected course of development over the lifespan
  • Domain 5. Assessment and Diagnosis (16%)
    • KN29. Psychometric theories, item and test characteristics, test construction and standardization procedures, reliability and validity, sensitivity and specificity, and test fairness and bias
    • KN30. Assessment theories and models (e.g., developmental, behavioral, ecological, neuropsychological)
    • KN31. Assessment methods and their strengths and limitations (e.g., self‐report, multi-informant reports, psychophysiological measures, work samples, assessment centers, direct observation, structured and semi‐structured interviews)
    • KN32. Commonly used instruments for the measurement of characteristics and behaviors of individuals and their appropriate use with various populations
    • KN33. Issues of differential diagnosis and integration of non‐psychological information into psychological assessment
    • KN34. Instruments and methods appropriate for the assessment of groups and organizations (e.g., program evaluation, needs assessment, organizational and personnel assessment)
    • KN35. Criteria for selection and adaptation of assessment methods (e.g., evidenced-based knowledge of assessment limitations, cultural appropriateness, trans‐cultural adaptation, and language accommodations)
    • KN36. Classification systems and their underlying rationales and limitations for evaluating client functioning; dimensional vs. categorical approaches to diagnosis
    • KN37. Factors influencing evidence-based interpretation of data and decision‐making (e.g., base rates, group differences, cultural biases and differences, heuristics)
    • KN38. Constructs of epidemiology and base rates of psychological and behavioral disorders
    • KN39. Major research-based theories and models of psychopathology
    • KN40. Measurement of outcomes and changes due to prevention or intervention efforts with individuals, couples, families, groups, and organizations
    • KN41. Use of technology in implementing tests, surveys, and other forms of assessment and diagnostic evaluation (e.g., validity, cost-effectiveness, consumer acceptability)
  • Domain 6. Treatment, Intervention, and Prevention and Supervision (15%)
    • KN42. Factors related to treatment or intervention decision-making (e.g., relevant research, matching treatment to assessment/diagnosis, matching client or patient with psychologist characteristics, knowledge and use of allied services, cost and benefit, readiness to change)
    • KN43. Contemporary research-based theories and models of treatment, intervention, and prevention
    • KN44. Treatment techniques and interventions and the evidence for their comparative efficacy and effectiveness
    • KN45. Methods and their evidence base for prevention, intervention, and rehabilitation with diverse and special populations
    • KN46. Interventions to enhance growth and performance of individuals, couples, families, groups, systems, and organizations
    • KN47. Research-based consultation models and processes
    • KN48. Research-based models of vocational and career development
    • KN49. Telepsychology and technology‐assisted psychological services
    • KN50. Healthcare systems, structures, and economics, and how these impact intervention choice
    • KN51. Approaches to health promotion, risk reduction, resilience, and wellness
    • KN52. Contemporary theories and models of supervision and their evidence base
  • Domain 7. Research Methods and Statistics (7%)
    • KN53. Sampling and data collection methods
    • KN54. Design of case, correlational, quasi‐experimental, and experimental studies
    • KN55. Analytic methods, including qualitative (e.g., thematic, phenomenological) and quantitative (e.g., probability theory; descriptive, inferential, and parametric statistics; meta-analysis; factor analysis; causal modeling)
    • KN56. Statistical interpretation (e.g., power, effect size, causation vs. association, clinical vs. statistical significance)
    • KN57. Critical appraisal and application of research findings (e.g., adequacy of design and statistics, limitations to generalizability, threats to internal and external validity, design flaws, level of evidence)
    • KN58. Evaluation strategies and techniques (e.g., needs assessment, process and implementation evaluation, formative and summative program evaluation, outcome evaluation, cost‐benefit analysis)
    • KN59. Considerations regarding community involvement and participation in research
    • KN60. Dissemination and presentation of research findings
  • Domain 8. Ethical/Legal/Professional Issues (16%)
    • KN61. Current ethical principles and codes for psychologists (APA, CPA)
    • KN62. Professional standards and relevant guidelines for the practice of psychology (e.g., standards for educational and psychological testing)
    • KN63. Laws, statutes, and judicial decisions that affect psychological practice
    • KN64. Identification and management of potential ethical issues
    • KN65. Models of ethical decision‐making
    • KN66. Approaches for continuing professional development
    • KN67. Emerging social, legal, ethical, and policy issues and their impact on psychological practice
    • KN68. Client and patient rights
    • KN69. Ethical issues in the conduct of research
    • KN70. Ethical issues in supervision
    • KN71. Ethical issues in technology-assisted psychological services
Examination sources

Washington State Jurisprudence (JP) Examination

Practice scope

Inferred from the examination name; the authority has not published an examination outline.

  • Chapter 18.83 RCW — Psychologists
  • Chapter 246-924 WAC — Psychologists
  • Chapter 18.130 RCW — Regulation of Health Professions—Uniform Disciplinary Act
  • RCW 26.44.030 — Reports—Duty and authority to make
  • Chapter 70.02 RCW — Medical Records—Health Care Information Access and Disclosure
  • Chapter 74.34 RCW — Abuse of Vulnerable Adults
  • Chapter 246-12 WAC — Administrative Procedures and Requirements for Credentialed Health Care Providers
  • Chapter 246-15 WAC — Whistleblower Complaints in Health Care Settings
  • Chapter 246-16 WAC — Standards of Professional Conduct
Examination sources