Psychologist / Missouri
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Missouri Psychologist License Requirements

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State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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

What the Missouri data shows for Psychologists

Missouri sets the entry bar for psychologists at 5,676 training hours and a passing score on EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology), with 2 years of supervised work experience expected. A background check is a standard part of the process, and applicants must be 18 or older. The credential is administered under Missouri's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Doctoral Degree (PhD or PsyD)".

The initial price tag is $235, and renewal costs $201 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.

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

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
15/100
Psychologist · Missouri

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
5,676 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$235
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$101/yr
$201 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 Missouri

Education / Training Hours
Doctoral Degree (PhD or PsyD)
5,676 hours
Exam Requirement
EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology)
Required
Initial License Fee
$235
Renewal Fee
$201
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 Missouri licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Psychologist in Missouri? ▼
Missouri's requirements cover 5676 hours of education or training, the EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology) exam, and an initial fee of $235. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Psychologist in Missouri? ▼
To become a licensed psychologist in Missouri, you must meet the state's requirements including 5676 hours of education and 2 years of work experience. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Missouri licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Psychologist license to Missouri from another state? ▼
Here's how reciprocity typically plays out for psychologists: PSYPACT: 42 participating jurisdictions. Many occupations are additionally covered by interstate licensing compacts that ease cross-state moves. Check with the Missouri licensing board for how this applies to you.
Does Missouri require a background check for Psychologist licensing? ▼
A criminal background check is mandatory for psychologist licensing in Missouri. The state licensing board sets the disqualifying-offense criteria and review process.
What are the continuing education requirements for Psychologist in Missouri? ▼
Missouri ties continued psychologist licensure to 40 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $201 renewal fee.

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What to do with this psychologist license

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

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

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