Psychologist / Michigan
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Michigan Psychologist License Requirements

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Requirements, fees, and renewal timing for this license, sourced from state board records.

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

What the Michigan data shows for Psychologists

Becoming a licensed psychologist in Michigan means clearing a defined set of hurdles: 5,946 training hours, a passing score on EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology), and 2 years of supervised work experience, plus a background history check once the applicant turns 18. Michigan regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Doctoral Degree (PhD or PsyD)".

The initial price tag is $289, and renewal costs $242 every 2 years. Maintaining the license requires 40 hours of continuing education per 2-year cycle, an ongoing cost applicants often underestimate when budgeting the career.

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

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
12/100
Psychologist · Michigan

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
5,946 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$289
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$121/yr
$242 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 Michigan

Education / Training Hours
Doctoral Degree (PhD or PsyD)
5,946 hours
Exam Requirement
EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology)
Required
Initial License Fee
$289
Renewal Fee
$242
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 Michigan licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Psychologist in Michigan? ▼
Michigan's requirements cover 5946 hours of education or training, the EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology) exam, and an initial fee of $289. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Psychologist in Michigan? ▼
Certification as a psychologist in Michigan means clearing the state's checklist: 5946 hours of education plus 2 years of work experience, and a passing exam score. The Michigan licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Psychologist license to Michigan 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 Michigan licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does Michigan require a background check for Psychologist licensing? ▼
Michigan does require a background check before issuing a psychologist license. What counts as disqualifying, and how it's reviewed, is up to the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Psychologist in Michigan? ▼
Michigan ties continued psychologist licensure to 40 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $242 renewal fee.

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What to do with this psychologist license

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

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

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