Psychologist / Utah
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Utah 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 Utah data shows for Psychologists

To practice as a psychologist in Utah, the state licensing board requires 5,568 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 Utah's professional licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Doctoral Degree (PhD or PsyD)".

Upfront cost is $214, with renewal running $185 on a 2-year cycle. 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
16/100
Psychologist · Utah

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
5,568 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$214
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$93/yr
$185 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 Utah

Education / Training Hours
Doctoral Degree (PhD or PsyD)
5,568 hours
Exam Requirement
EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology)
Required
Initial License Fee
$214
Renewal Fee
$185
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 Utah licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Psychologist in Utah? ▼
In Utah, the license path calls for 5568 education/training hours, a passing score on EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology), and a $214 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as a Psychologist in Utah? ▼
Utah licenses psychologists who complete its requirements (5568 education hours, 2 years of experience) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Utah licensing board.
Can I transfer my Psychologist license to Utah 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 Utah licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does Utah require a background check for Psychologist licensing? ▼
A criminal background check is mandatory for psychologist licensing in Utah. The state licensing board sets the disqualifying-offense criteria and review process.
What are the continuing education requirements for Psychologist in Utah? ▼
Utah ties continued psychologist licensure to 40 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $185 renewal fee.

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What to do with this psychologist license

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

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

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