Psychologist / Georgia
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Georgia Psychologist License Requirements

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What the state board actually requires: fees, renewal cycle, and requirements from official records.

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

What the Georgia data shows for Psychologists

To practice as a psychologist in Georgia, the state licensing board requires 5,919 documented education or training hours, a passing score on EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology), and 2 years of supervised work experience. A criminal history background check is also part of the application. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The regulation sits under Georgia's professional licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Doctoral Degree (PhD or PsyD)".

The initial price tag is $284, and renewal costs $238 every 2 years. The license also carries an ongoing 40-hour continuing-education requirement per 2-year cycle that adds to the true cost of staying licensed.

Reciprocity for this profession works like this: PSYPACT: 42 participating jurisdictions.

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
13/100
Psychologist · Georgia

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
5,919 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$284
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$119/yr
$238 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 Georgia

Education / Training Hours
Doctoral Degree (PhD or PsyD)
5,919 hours
Exam Requirement
EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology)
Required
Initial License Fee
$284
Renewal Fee
$238
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 Georgia licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Psychologist in Georgia? ▼
Georgia's requirements cover 5919 hours of education or training, the EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology) exam, and an initial fee of $284. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Psychologist in Georgia? ▼
To become a licensed psychologist in Georgia, you must meet the state's requirements including 5919 hours of education and 2 years of work experience. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Georgia licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Psychologist license to Georgia from another state? ▼
Reciprocity for psychologists nationally works like this: PSYPACT: 42 participating jurisdictions. Beyond that baseline, interstate compacts exist for many professions and may smooth a transfer into Georgia. Verify the specifics with the Georgia licensing board.
Does Georgia require a background check for Psychologist licensing? ▼
A criminal background check is mandatory for psychologist licensing in Georgia. The state licensing board sets the disqualifying-offense criteria and review process.
What are the continuing education requirements for Psychologist in Georgia? ▼
Licensed psychologists in Georgia must complete 40 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $238.

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What to do with this psychologist license

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

  • See how Georgia'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 Georgia's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Georgia overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Georgia 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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