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Psychologist

Psychologist license with initial licensure and licensure by reciprocity pathways.

Licensing authority: Wisconsin Psychology Examining Board · Application information

Initial licensure by examination
Age
Applicant must be at least 18 years old.
Application
Submit the signed application and applicable fees through LicensE.
Application abandonment
A new application is required if requested information is not supplied within one year of the last request or the application is not completed within three years, under Psy 2.015.
Board inquiry
The Board may require an in-person appearance to inquire into qualifications under Wis. Stat. 455.04(5); this appearance is not identified as a separate examination.
Criminal history
Provide criminal and pending-charge information subject to Wis. Stat. 111.321, 111.322 and 111.335, and fingerprint or other biometric information as directed by the Department.
Disclosures
Disclose applicable convictions, pending charges, malpractice suits and claims; provide certified documentation of name differences as instructed in Form 634.
Education
Doctoral degree in psychology from a Board-approved accredited program, substantially equivalent academic training, or academic credentials evaluated by an approved credential evaluation organization under Psy 2.01(3).
Jurisprudence passing score
The Board determines the passing score under Psy 2.05(4). The official exam page pinned September 2, 2026 states: "Applicants for a Psychologist license must receive a score of 80% to pass." The relocated initial-licensure page retrieved September 30, 2026 states: "The passing score is 85%." Neither page states the effective date of that change; the applicable passing threshold must be confirmed with DSPS. This discrepancy does not change the required examination identity or published chapter boundary.
License verifications
Provide verification from every jurisdiction in which a mental-health credential has been held.
Official scores
EPPP Part 1 scores must be sent directly by ASPPB, including official transfers of previously passed scores. Wisconsin jurisprudence scores must be received by DSPS.
Supervised experience
At least 3,000 supervised graduate-level hours: a successfully completed 1,500-hour internship after doctoral coursework and 1,500 additional hours from the permitted pre-internship, excess internship, post-internship or postdoctoral categories. Psy 2.10 requires at least 25% face-to-face client contact, 65% face-to-face contact and direct service together, and a qualified licensed primary supervisor.
Training equivalence assessment
For a doctorate from a non-American university, the Board may require examinations to determine training equivalence under Wis. Stat. 455.04(1)(c). No identifiable examination is specified for this slot.
Renewal of a military reciprocal credential
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Continuing education
Complete 40 Board-approved continuing education hours per biennium, including at least six in ethics, risk management or jurisprudence, unless the initial partial licensing-period exemption or an approved postponement or waiver applies. Retain documentation for six years.
Existing credential
Hold the reciprocal credential issued under Wis. Stat. 440.09.
Renewal
Pay the fee under 440.05(2) and meet the requirements applicable to renewal of the psychologist credential.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Military reciprocal licensure
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application and fee
Apply on the prescribed form and pay the fee under Wis. Stat. 440.05(2); military status may be supported by an affidavit where documentation is unavailable.
Existing credential
Hold a credential granted by another jurisdiction qualifying the applicant to perform the acts of this credential, and be in good standing in every granting jurisdiction.
First renewal
If the first standard renewal date is within 180 days of issuance, the credential expires on the second standard renewal date under 440.09(3)(a).
Military status
Service member, former service member discharged under conditions other than dishonorable within four years, or qualifying spouse, including the spouse of a person who died in service.
Residence
Applicant resides in Wisconsin.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Military active duty extension and renewal
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Continuing education
Where renewal or extension is within 180 days before the next normal expiration, continuing education or training may be deferred for undue hardship; completion may be required within a reasonable time afterward.
Expiration
The service member is on active duty when the credential would otherwise expire. A spouse must refrain from practice during that duty because the service member is on active duty.
Military status
Service member as defined by Wis. Stat. 321.60(1)(c), or qualifying spouse.
Request
Request extension or renewal within 180 days after discharge and submit federal or state documentation of the call to duty and discharge dates.
Term
The active-duty extension lasts through 180 days after discharge. Timely renewal or extension is then granted without cost through the next normal expiration or normal license period.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Reinstatement after cancellation for an unpaid fee
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Cancellation
The credential was canceled under Wis. Stat. 440.23 following an unpaid check or credit/debit-card payment.
Department discretion
The Department may reinstate the canceled credential after the statutory payments are made.
Payment
Pay the original fee, any applicable late renewal penalty, the unpaid-draft charge, and the thirty-dollar reinstatement fee.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Late renewal after five years
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Competence evidence
Provide either an active credential in good standing in another state or 80 approved continuing education hours, including 12 in ethics, risk management or jurisprudence, within the preceding two years.
Criminal history
DSPS Form 634 additionally requires criminal-history and biometric documentation, applicable license verifications, conviction or malpractice disclosures, and documents explaining name differences.
Fees
Pay the renewal and late renewal fees.
Lapse
The license expired more than five years ago and there are no unmet disciplinary requirements.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Late renewal within five years
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Continuing education
Certify 40 continuing education hours during the last biennium, subject to applicable exemptions or Board waivers.
Fees
Pay the renewal fee and applicable late fee.
Lapse
The license expired no more than five years ago; initial reapplication is not permitted.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Reinstatement after surrender or disciplinary lapse
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Disciplinary completion
Complete applicable disciplinary requirements.
Inactive five years
If the license has not been active within five years, satisfy Psy 4.017(3), including the applicable fee and alternative competence-evidence requirements.
Rehabilitation
Provide evidence of rehabilitation or changed circumstances warranting reinstatement.
Status
License surrendered, or unmet disciplinary requirements and failure to renew within five years.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Reinstatement after revocation
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Exclusion
This revocation-reinstatement provision does not apply to revocation under Wis. Stat. 440.12.
Fee
Pay the reinstatement fee equal to the renewal fee when reinstatement is granted.
Inactive five years
If the license has not been active within five years, also satisfy Psy 4.017(3).
Rehabilitation
Provide evidence of rehabilitation or changed circumstances and satisfaction of applicable disciplinary requirements.
Waiting period
Apply no sooner than one year after revocation; the Board may accept or reject the application.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Biennial renewal
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Continuing education
Complete 40 Board-approved continuing education hours per biennium, including at least six in ethics, risk management or jurisprudence, unless the initial partial licensing-period exemption or an approved postponement or waiver applies. Retain documentation for six years.
Renewal date
Apply on or before September 30 of the applicable odd-numbered year and pay the renewal fee.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Renewal in retired non practicing status
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Fees
Submit renewal and applicable fees.
Practice
A current non-practicing credential must be renewed each biennium and does not authorize practice while retired.
Retirement
Certify permanent retirement from practice; the Board may grant a continuing education exemption.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Return to active practice from retirement
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Approval
Request active status before resuming practice, using a LicensE support ticket as instructed by DSPS.
Continuing education
Before returning to practice, submit evidence satisfactory to the Board of 40 continuing education hours completed within the prior two years.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Renewal while suspended
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Continuing education
Complete 40 Board-approved continuing education hours per biennium, including at least six in ethics, risk management or jurisprudence, unless the initial partial licensing-period exemption or an approved postponement or waiver applies. Retain documentation for six years.
Fees
Submit applicable renewal fees and documentation.
Suspension
Suspended license remains subject to renewal requirements; renewal does not restore any rights or authority while suspension continues.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Licensure by reciprocity
Jurisprudence Exam/Wisconsin Statutes and Rules Examination
Active license
Hold an active psychologist license in another jurisdiction; it must remain active through Wisconsin credentialing. The Board must deem its licensing standards substantially equivalent.
Age
Applicant must be at least 18 years old.
Application
Submit the signed application and applicable fees through LicensE.
Board inquiry
The Board may require an in-person appearance to inquire into qualifications under Wis. Stat. 455.04(5); this appearance is not identified as a separate examination.
Criminal history
Provide criminal and pending-charge information subject to Wis. Stat. 111.321, 111.322 and 111.335, and fingerprint or other biometric information as directed by the Department.
Disclosures
Disclose applicable convictions, pending charges, malpractice suits and claims; provide certified documentation of name differences as instructed in Form 634.
Jurisprudence passing score
The Board determines the passing score under Psy 2.05(4). The official exam page pinned September 2, 2026 states: "Applicants for a Psychologist license must receive a score of 80% to pass." The relocated initial-licensure page retrieved September 30, 2026 states: "The passing score is 85%." Neither page states the effective date of that change; the applicable passing threshold must be confirmed with DSPS. This discrepancy does not change the required examination identity or published chapter boundary.
License verifications
Provide verification from every jurisdiction in which a mental-health credential has been held.
Verification
Arrange official direct verification of licensure and provide documents needed for comparison of licensing standards.
Waiver
Wis. Stat. 455.04(3) permits waiver of 455.04(1)(c) through (e). Psy 2.013 implements reciprocity with the jurisprudence examination and does not require EPPP for this pathway.

Temporary Credential — Psychologist

Temporary psychologist credential under Wis. Stat. 440.094 while a permanent credential application is pending.

Licensing authority: Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services · Application information

Military active duty extension and renewal
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Continuing education
Where renewal or extension is within 180 days before the next normal expiration, continuing education or training may be deferred for undue hardship; completion may be required within a reasonable time afterward.
Expiration
The service member is on active duty when the credential would otherwise expire. A spouse must refrain from practice during that duty because the service member is on active duty.
Military status
Service member as defined by Wis. Stat. 321.60(1)(c), or qualifying spouse.
Request
Request extension or renewal within 180 days after discharge and submit federal or state documentation of the call to duty and discharge dates.
Term
The active-duty extension lasts through 180 days after discharge. Timely renewal or extension is then granted without cost through the next normal expiration or normal license period.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Discretionary Bridge credential extension
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Discretion
Extensions are not guaranteed and depend on individual circumstances.
Pending application
Permanent application remains pending; all permanent application materials must be submitted, with DSPS Legal, Board or Credentialing Team review still pending.
Request
Request an extension through LicensE Request Support. DSPS describes thirty-day extensions and permits more than one.
Statutory term
Under Wis. Stat. 440.094(2)(c), the credential takes effect on the attested first-service date and ordinarily expires when the permanent application is granted or denied.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Temporary Bridge credential issuance
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application deadline
Apply for the temporary credential within 30 days of beginning services for a Wisconsin health care employer, attesting to the first-service date, credential and investigation status.
Board term statement
The relocated DSPS Bridge page states: "The Bridge/Act 10 license is only valid for 90 days from the date issued." This administrative statement differs from the statutory decision-based expiration; it is retained as the instruction DSPS gives applicants.
Employer attestation
For services other than telehealth-only services, employer attestation of credential validity and investigation status is required within ten days of beginning services.
Existing credential
Hold a valid unexpired credential in another state authorizing substantially the same psychological services, with no current investigation, restriction or limitation.
Permanent application
Apply for the full permanent Wisconsin psychologist credential. Its distinct examination requirements belong to that ordinary-license route; the temporary credential may be issued while it is pending.
Scope and insurance
Practice only within the other-state credential scope, subject to Wisconsin responsibilities, malpractice insurance requirements and practice limitations.
Statutory term
Under Wis. Stat. 440.094(2)(c), the credential takes effect on the attested first-service date and ordinarily expires when the permanent application is granted or denied.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Interim Psychologist

Supervised interim license, valid for two years or until ordinary psychologist licensure, with discretionary hardship renewal.

Licensing authority: Psychology Examining Board · Application information

Military active duty extension and renewal
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Continuing education
Where renewal or extension is within 180 days before the next normal expiration, continuing education or training may be deferred for undue hardship; completion may be required within a reasonable time afterward.
Expiration
The service member is on active duty when the credential would otherwise expire. A spouse must refrain from practice during that duty because the service member is on active duty.
Military status
Service member as defined by Wis. Stat. 321.60(1)(c), or qualifying spouse.
Request
Request extension or renewal within 180 days after discharge and submit federal or state documentation of the call to duty and discharge dates.
Term
The active-duty extension lasts through 180 days after discharge. Timely renewal or extension is then granted without cost through the next normal expiration or normal license period.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Reinstatement after cancellation for an unpaid fee
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Cancellation
The credential was canceled under Wis. Stat. 440.23 following an unpaid check or credit/debit-card payment.
Department discretion
The Department may reinstate the canceled credential after the statutory payments are made.
Payment
Pay the original fee, any applicable late renewal penalty, the unpaid-draft charge, and the thirty-dollar reinstatement fee.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Discretionary hardship renewal of an interim license
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Board discretion
Renewal is discretionary. The Board may request supervisor attestation, training, education or supervised-experience documentation, and other relevant documentation.
Continuing education
Interim license holders are exempt from continuing education.
Hardship
Demonstrate illness of the applicant or immediate family with a doctor certificate; immediate-family death with proof; temporary military service; or other good reason acceptable to the Board.
Supervision
Continue practice only under a qualified supervisor.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Initial interim licensure
Jurisprudence Exam/Wisconsin Statutes and Rules Examination
Age
Applicant must be at least 18 years old.
Application
Submit the signed application and applicable fees through LicensE.
Board inquiry
The Board may require an in-person appearance to inquire into qualifications under Wis. Stat. 455.04(5); this appearance is not identified as a separate examination.
Concurrent initial application
An interim request must accompany or follow an ordinary initial application; application and examination processing occurs through that initial application.
Criminal history
Provide criminal and pending-charge information subject to Wis. Stat. 111.321, 111.322 and 111.335, and fingerprint or other biometric information as directed by the Department.
Disclosures
Disclose applicable convictions, pending charges, malpractice suits and claims; provide certified documentation of name differences as instructed in Form 634.
Education
Doctoral degree in psychology from a Board-approved accredited program, substantially equivalent academic training, or academic credentials evaluated by an approved credential evaluation organization under Psy 2.01(3).
Eppp
Passing EPPP Part 1 is not required for the interim license. The Board interim page states: "Passing the Examination for the Professional Practice of Psychology (EPPP) (Part 1-Knowledge) is not required to obtain an Interim License."
Internship
Complete at least 1,500 internship hours after all doctoral coursework; the additional 1,500 hours required for ordinary licensure need not be complete.
Jurisprudence passing score
The Board determines the passing score under Psy 2.05(4). The official exam page pinned September 2, 2026 states: "Applicants for a Psychologist license must receive a score of 80% to pass." The relocated initial-licensure page retrieved September 30, 2026 states: "The passing score is 85%." Neither page states the effective date of that change; the applicable passing threshold must be confirmed with DSPS. This discrepancy does not change the required examination identity or published chapter boundary.
License verifications
Provide verification from every jurisdiction in which a mental-health credential has been held.
Supervision
Practice only under qualified supervisors and submit Form 1634 identifying the supervisor.
Term
Two years or until ordinary psychologist licensure, whichever is earlier; no continuing education is required during interim licensure.
Training equivalence assessment
For a doctorate from a non-American university, the Board may require examinations to determine training equivalence under Wis. Stat. 455.04(1)(c). No identifiable examination is specified for this slot.

Private Practice School Psychologist

Existing licenses held on May 31, 2021 remain renewable. Initial issuance on applications received on or after June 1, 2021 is prohibited.

Licensing authority: Wisconsin Psychology Examining Board · Application information

Military active duty extension and renewal
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Continuing education
Where renewal or extension is within 180 days before the next normal expiration, continuing education or training may be deferred for undue hardship; completion may be required within a reasonable time afterward.
Expiration
The service member is on active duty when the credential would otherwise expire. A spouse must refrain from practice during that duty because the service member is on active duty.
Military status
Service member as defined by Wis. Stat. 321.60(1)(c), or qualifying spouse.
Request
Request extension or renewal within 180 days after discharge and submit federal or state documentation of the call to duty and discharge dates.
Term
The active-duty extension lasts through 180 days after discharge. Timely renewal or extension is then granted without cost through the next normal expiration or normal license period.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Reinstatement after cancellation for an unpaid fee
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Cancellation
The credential was canceled under Wis. Stat. 440.23 following an unpaid check or credit/debit-card payment.
Department discretion
The Department may reinstate the canceled credential after the statutory payments are made.
Payment
Pay the original fee, any applicable late renewal penalty, the unpaid-draft charge, and the thirty-dollar reinstatement fee.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Late renewal after five years
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Competence evidence
Provide either an active credential in good standing in another state or 80 approved continuing education hours, including 12 in ethics, risk management or jurisprudence, within the preceding two years.
Criminal history
DSPS Form 634 additionally requires criminal-history and biometric documentation, applicable license verifications, conviction or malpractice disclosures, and documents explaining name differences.
Existing school license
Only a private practice school psychologist license held on May 31, 2021; no new issuance is available.
Fees
Pay the renewal and late renewal fees.
Lapse
The license expired more than five years ago and there are no unmet disciplinary requirements.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Late renewal within five years
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Continuing education
Certify 40 continuing education hours during the last biennium, subject to applicable exemptions or Board waivers.
Existing school license
Only a private practice school psychologist license held on May 31, 2021; no new issuance is available.
Fees
Pay the renewal fee and applicable late fee.
Lapse
The license expired no more than five years ago; initial reapplication is not permitted.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Reinstatement after surrender or disciplinary lapse
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Disciplinary completion
Complete applicable disciplinary requirements.
Existing school license
Only a private practice school psychologist license held on May 31, 2021; no new issuance is available.
Inactive five years
If the license has not been active within five years, satisfy Psy 4.017(3), including the applicable fee and alternative competence-evidence requirements.
Rehabilitation
Provide evidence of rehabilitation or changed circumstances warranting reinstatement.
Status
License surrendered, or unmet disciplinary requirements and failure to renew within five years.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Reinstatement after revocation
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Exclusion
This revocation-reinstatement provision does not apply to revocation under Wis. Stat. 440.12.
Existing school license
Only a private practice school psychologist license held on May 31, 2021; no new issuance is available.
Fee
Pay the reinstatement fee equal to the renewal fee when reinstatement is granted.
Inactive five years
If the license has not been active within five years, also satisfy Psy 4.017(3).
Rehabilitation
Provide evidence of rehabilitation or changed circumstances and satisfaction of applicable disciplinary requirements.
Waiting period
Apply no sooner than one year after revocation; the Board may accept or reject the application.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Biennial renewal
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Continuing education
Complete 40 Board-approved continuing education hours per biennium, including at least six in ethics, risk management or jurisprudence, unless the initial partial licensing-period exemption or an approved postponement or waiver applies. Retain documentation for six years.
Existing school license
Only a private practice school psychologist license held on May 31, 2021; no new issuance is available.
Renewal date
Apply on or before September 30 of the applicable odd-numbered year and pay the renewal fee.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Renewal in retired non practicing status
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Existing school license
Only a private practice school psychologist license held on May 31, 2021; no new issuance is available.
Fees
Submit renewal and applicable fees.
Practice
A current non-practicing credential must be renewed each biennium and does not authorize practice while retired.
Retirement
Certify permanent retirement from practice; the Board may grant a continuing education exemption.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Return to active practice from retirement
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Approval
Request active status before resuming practice, using a LicensE support ticket as instructed by DSPS.
Continuing education
Before returning to practice, submit evidence satisfactory to the Board of 40 continuing education hours completed within the prior two years.
Existing school license
Only a private practice school psychologist license held on May 31, 2021; no new issuance is available.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Renewal while suspended
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Continuing education
Complete 40 Board-approved continuing education hours per biennium, including at least six in ethics, risk management or jurisprudence, unless the initial partial licensing-period exemption or an approved postponement or waiver applies. Retain documentation for six years.
Existing school license
Only a private practice school psychologist license held on May 31, 2021; no new issuance is available.
Fees
Submit applicable renewal fees and documentation.
Suspension
Suspended license remains subject to renewal requirements; renewal does not restore any rights or authority while suspension continues.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

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

Jurisprudence Exam/Wisconsin Statutes and Rules Examination

Provider
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
Format
Computer-based written examination
Time limit
Not timed; the pinned exam instructions permit returning to the test during the next three months
Examination outline
  • PSY 1 (10.53%)
  • PSY 2 (1.32%)
  • PSY 4 (18.42%)
  • PSY 5 (68.32%)
  • Statute Chapter 51 (1.32%)
Examination sources