Psychologist / Delaware
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Delaware Psychologist License Requirements

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Diagnoses and treats mental and behavioral disorders. Requires doctoral degree.

What the Delaware data shows for Psychologists

Delaware's path to psychologist licensure runs through 6,108 hours of approved instruction, 2 years of supervised work experience, and a passing score on EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology), plus a criminal history screening before applicants younger than 18 can be licensed. Delaware folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Doctoral Degree (PhD or PsyD)".

Budget $322 to get started, plus $266 at each renewal on a 2-year cycle. Maintaining the license requires 40 hours of continuing education per 2-year cycle, an ongoing cost applicants often underestimate when budgeting the career.

For psychologists, the reciprocity picture is: PSYPACT: 42 participating jurisdictions.

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
11/100
Psychologist · Delaware

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training F
6,108 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$322
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$133/yr
$266 every 2 years
Continuing Education F
20.0 hrs/yr
40 hours every 2 years
Experience Required F
2 years
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Delaware

Education / Training Hours
Doctoral Degree (PhD or PsyD)
6,108 hours
Exam Requirement
EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology)
Required
Initial License Fee
$322
Renewal Fee
$266
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
40 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years
Work Experience Required
2 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Delaware licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Psychologist in Delaware? ▼
Delaware requires 6108 education/training hours, passing an exam (EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology)), and an initial fee of $322. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Psychologist in Delaware? ▼
To become a licensed psychologist in Delaware, you must meet the state's requirements including 6108 hours of education and 2 years of work experience. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Delaware licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Psychologist license to Delaware from another state? ▼
Psychologist licenses generally reciprocate as follows: PSYPACT: 42 participating jurisdictions. Interstate licensing compacts cover many professions and can further ease a move between states. The Delaware licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does Delaware require a background check for Psychologist licensing? ▼
A criminal background check is mandatory for psychologist licensing in Delaware. The state licensing board sets the disqualifying-offense criteria and review process.
What are the continuing education requirements for Psychologist in Delaware? ▼
Delaware ties continued psychologist licensure to 40 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $266 renewal fee.

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What to do with this psychologist license

Psychologist in Delaware, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in a psychologist-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Delaware's psychologist requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Psychologist in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state psychologist license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Delaware's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Delaware overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Delaware licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

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