# Psychologist Licensure Requirements in Indiana

**Author:** Psych Degree Starter Editorial Team
**Published:** January 20, 2026
**Updated:** January 20, 2026

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Psychologist licensure in Indiana is based on doctoral-level training, supervised experience, and successful examination. School psychologist credentialing is managed separately by the Indiana Department of Education. The following sections detail these requirements as established by state law and regulatory agencies. 
  
 ## **Primary Licensing Authority**  
  
 The [Indiana State Psychology Board] (https://www.in.gov/pla/professions/psychology-home/psychology-board/) , operating under the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (PLA), is responsible for psychologist licensure in Indiana. 
  
 ## **Licensed Psychologist Requirements**  
  
 ### **Education Requirements**  
    
- A doctoral degree in psychology from an accredited or Board-approved institution is required.
    
- Doctoral programs must meet the Board’s educational standards for psychology training, consistent with APA or equivalent accreditation.
    
 ### **Supervised Experience Requirements**  
    
- Applicants must complete supervised professional experience, including both pre-doctoral and post-doctoral training.
    
- The specific number of hours or years required is not stated in the PLA’s main summary materials.
    
- Supervision documentation is required with the application.
    
 ### **Examination Requirements**  
    
- Applicants must pass the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP).
    
- A state jurisprudence exam may be required by the Board, but this is not clearly described in the publicly available PLA summary.
    
 ### **License Renewal and Continuing Education**  
    
- Continuing education is required for license renewal.
    
- The exact number of hours required is not specified in the information provided.
    
 ### **Recognized Specializations**  
    
- The Board licenses psychologists broadly and does not list a fixed set of specialization titles (such as clinical, counseling, or industrial/organizational psychology) in its published guidance.
    
- Doctoral programs may be in any psychology discipline that meets Board-approved standards.
    
 ## **Other Psychology Licenses in Indiana**  
  
 ### **School Psychologist**  
  
 Credentialing for school psychologists is managed separately by the [Indiana Department of Education (IDOE)] (https://www.in.gov/doe/)  through its Office of Educator Licensing. 
  
 #### **Credentialing Requirements**  
    
- Must hold a specialist-level (Ed.S.) or higher graduate degree in school psychology from a regionally accredited institution.
    
- Must complete a state-approved program or one that meets [National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)] (https://www.nasponline.org/)  standards.
    
- Must complete a minimum 1,200-hour internship, with at least 600 hours in a school setting.
    
- Must achieve a passing score on the Praxis School Psychologist (5403) exam.
    
- Expanded criminal history and child protection index clearances are required.
    
- Applications are processed through the Licensing Verification and Information System (LVIS) portal.
    
 #### **Scope of Practice**  
    
- Holders of an Indiana School Psychologist License are authorized to:
  
-- Conduct psychological and educational evaluations;
    
-- Provide counseling, consultation, and intervention services;
    
-- Support behavioral and academic programs;
    
-- Participate in special education eligibility and IEP development;
    
-- Engage in prevention and crisis response activities in schools.
      
- This credential permits practice only within educational settings (P–12).
    
- Independent or clinical practice outside schools requires separate licensure from the Indiana State Psychology Board (PLA).
    
 ## **Scope of Practice Considerations**  
    
- Licensed psychologists under the PLA may practice independently in accordance with their education and training.
    
- School psychologists licensed by the IDOE are restricted to practice within school settings and are not authorized for independent or clinical practice outside schools without separate psychologist licensure.
    
 ## **PSYPACT Status in Indiana**  
  
 Indiana is a **participating PSYPACT state** . [PSYPACT] (https://psypact.gov/)  is an interstate compact that permits licensed psychologists to practice telepsychology and conduct temporary in-person psychological services across state lines among participating states.
 
  
 ## **Key Takeaways**  
    
- Indiana psychologist licensure requires a doctoral degree, supervised pre- and post-doctoral experience, and passage of the EPPP.
    
- Continuing education is required for license renewal, though specific hour requirements are not provided in the summary materials.
    
- School psychologists are credentialed separately for work within P–12 educational settings.
    
- Indiana participates in PSYPACT, allowing qualified psychologists to provide telepsychology and temporary in-person services across state lines.
    
- The Indiana State Psychology Board and the Indiana Department of Education are the authorities for psychologist and school psychologist credentialing. Consult these agencies for current requirements.
    
 **Important Note:**  Licensure requirements can change over time and may vary based on individual circumstances. While every effort has been made to provide accurate and current information, prospective psychologists should always consult the appropriate state licensing board and education agency for the most up-to-date licensure and certification requirements.