Psychologist / Louisiana
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Louisiana Psychologist License Requirements

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

What the Louisiana data shows for Psychologists

Louisiana's path to psychologist licensure runs through 6,459 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. Louisiana folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Doctoral Degree (PhD or PsyD)".

Upfront cost is $392, with renewal running $319 on a 2-year cycle. 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
10/100
Psychologist · Louisiana

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
6,459 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$392
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$160/yr
$319 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 Louisiana

Education / Training Hours
Doctoral Degree (PhD or PsyD)
6,459 hours
Exam Requirement
EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology)
Required
Initial License Fee
$392
Renewal Fee
$319
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 Louisiana licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Psychologist in Louisiana? ▼
Louisiana's requirements cover 6459 hours of education or training, the EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology) exam, and an initial fee of $392. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Psychologist in Louisiana? ▼
To become a licensed psychologist in Louisiana, you must meet the state's requirements including 6459 hours of education and 2 years of work experience. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Louisiana licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Psychologist license to Louisiana 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 Louisiana. Verify the specifics with the Louisiana licensing board.
Does Louisiana require a background check for Psychologist licensing? ▼
Yes, Louisiana requires a criminal background check as part of the psychologist licensing process. Disqualifying offenses and review criteria are determined by the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Psychologist in Louisiana? ▼
To stay licensed as a psychologist in Louisiana, plan on 40 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle; renewal itself runs $319.

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What to do with this psychologist license

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

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

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