Psychologist / North Dakota
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North Dakota 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 North Dakota data shows for Psychologists

Becoming a licensed psychologist in North Dakota means clearing a defined set of hurdles: 5,216 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. North Dakota regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Doctoral Degree (PhD or PsyD)".

Budget $143 to get started, plus $132 at each renewal 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.

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

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
23/100
Psychologist · North Dakota

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
5,216 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$143
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden D
$66/yr
$132 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 North Dakota

Education / Training Hours
Doctoral Degree (PhD or PsyD)
5,216 hours
Exam Requirement
EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology)
Required
Initial License Fee
$143
Renewal Fee
$132
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 North Dakota licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Psychologist in North Dakota? ▼
In North Dakota, the license path calls for 5216 education/training hours, a passing score on EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology), and a $143 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as a Psychologist in North Dakota? ▼
Certification as a psychologist in North Dakota means clearing the state's checklist: 5216 hours of education plus 2 years of work experience, and a passing exam score. The North Dakota licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Psychologist license to North Dakota from another state? ▼
For psychologists, the reciprocity landscape looks like this: PSYPACT: 42 participating jurisdictions. Many professions are also covered by interstate licensing compacts that facilitate portability between states. Contact the North Dakota licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does North Dakota require a background check for Psychologist licensing? ▼
North Dakota 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 North Dakota? ▼
North Dakota ties continued psychologist licensure to 40 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $132 renewal fee.

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What to do with this psychologist license

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

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

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