In Wyoming, requirements for psychologist licensure include advanced graduate education, supervised experience, and passage of required examinations. There are distinct credentials for independent psychological practice and for service as a school psychologist in educational settings.
Primary Licensing Authority
The Wyoming Board of Psychology is responsible for licensing psychologists and regulating independent psychological practice in the state.
Licensed Psychologist Requirements
Education Requirements
- Doctoral degree in psychology from an accredited graduate program meeting standards set by the Board
- Continuing education required for renewal (typically 30 hours every two years, including ethics training, per Board guidance)
Supervised Experience Requirements
- Two years of supervised professional experience are required
- Experience may include both pre- and post-doctoral components
- Estimated total of approximately 3,000 supervised hours, combining internship and postdoctoral training
Examination Requirements
- Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP)
- Any additional written or oral examinations prescribed by the Board
Other Psychology Licenses in Wyoming
School Psychologist
School psychologist certification is managed separately by the Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board (PTSB) under the Department of Education.
Credentialing Requirements
- Master’s degree or higher in school psychology from a NASP-accredited or state-approved program
- 1,200-hour internship, with at least 600 hours in a school setting under supervision of a certified school psychologist
- Passing score on the Praxis School Psychologist (5403) exam
- State and FBI fingerprint-based background check
- Application through the PTSB online portal
Scope of Practice
School psychologists certified through PTSB may:
- Conduct educational and psychological assessments
- Provide counseling, consultation, and intervention
- Assist with special education eligibility evaluations
- Deliver behavioral and academic interventions
- Support student mental health, crisis prevention, and school-wide improvement initiatives
Practice is limited to educational institutions. Independent or private practice requires licensure from the Wyoming Board of Psychology.
Master’s-Level License
- Wyoming recognizes a Psychological Practitioner credential for individuals with a master’s or doctoral degree in psychology.
- This credential authorizes practice only under supervision of a licensed psychologist and does not allow for full independent practice.
Other Roles
- The Board oversees licensed psychologists, psychological practitioners, and specialists in school psychology.
- The PTSB manages school psychologist certification for educational employment.
Scope of Practice Considerations
- Only doctoral-level psychologists licensed by the Wyoming Board of Psychology may independently practice psychology in non-school settings.
- School psychologists certified by PTSB are restricted to service within educational institutions.
- The Psychological Practitioner credential allows for supervised practice only.
PSYPACT Status in Wyoming
Wyoming is a participating PSYPACT state. PSYPACT is an interstate compact that allows licensed psychologists to provide telepsychology and temporary in-person psychological services across state lines among participating states.
Key Takeaways
- Wyoming requires a doctoral degree and two years of supervised experience for independent psychologist licensure.
- School psychologist certification is separate, applies only to educational settings, and is managed by PTSB.
- Wyoming participates in PSYPACT, allowing eligible psychologists to practice across state lines.
- The Wyoming Board of Psychology and the PTSB are the authorities for independent and school-based psychological credentials. 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.
