Nationwide 11%
Delaware, the first state in the union, has an active and rich tradition in the study and practice of psychology. The University of Delaware has fostered aspiring psychologists since 1916. Today, the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences includes 60 grad students and 34 full time faculty who study and teach in four graduate training programs.
Learn more about the psychology programs at the University of Delaware using the search tool below.
Delaware takes the licensing of psychologists seriously. Candidates must complete a three-year doctoral degree, participate in both a pre- and a post-doctoral working experience, and pass a national exam before a license can be awarded.
Licensed psychologists in Delaware are permitted to do the following:
The Delaware Board of Examiners of Psychologists licenses psychologist candidates in the state, develops standards for professional competency, and sanctions against professional misconduct.
Psychologist licensure candidates in Delaware must have completed the following steps:
Graduated with a doctoral degree in psychology or relevant practice
Completed 1,500 hours of pre-doctoral supervised experience
Completed 1,500 hours of post-doctoral supervised experience
Passed the Examination for Professional Practice of Psychology (EPPP)
The candidate must hold a degree from a program accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA) or a program offered by a regionally accredited institution that meets Delaware’s academic standards.
The program of study must endow students with an understanding of the breadth of scientific psychology and the history of its thought and development. This is achieved through courses in: biological aspects of behavior, cognitive and affective aspects of behavior, social aspects of behavior, history and systems of psychology, psychological measurement, research methodology, and techniques of data analysis. The program must also cover foundations of practice of psychology through courses in: individual differences in behavior, human development, dysfunctional behavior or psychopathology; and professional standards and ethics. The diagnosis and definition of problems and the implementation of intervention strategies must be studied through courses on: theories and methods of assessment and diagnosis, effective intervention, consultation and supervision, and the evaluation of the efficacy of interventions. An understanding of cultural and individual diversity must be imbued into all of the above areas of study.
Of the 1,500 hours of pre-doctoral supervised experience, at least 50% must be in client services (treatment, assessment, consultation, and report writing) and 25% of that time must be in direct patient/client contact. No more than 25% of the hours can be completed in a purely research setting. One out of every 10 hours of clinical work must be completed under direct supervision. The 1,500 hours must be completed in 48-104 weeks.
The 1,500 hours of post-doctoral work experience must be completed in one to three calendar years. Exceptions are given for those individuals temporarily licensed as psychological assistants, who can hold that title for up to six years. At least 25% of the post-doctoral experience must be completed in direct service in the area of the candidate’s academic training. For every 10 hours of clinical work completed, at least one must be in direct face-to-face supervision. The candidate may chose to have up to 25% of their supervision time completed by a licensed mental health professional who is not a psychologist.
Psychologist candidates in Delaware must pass the national Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) to become licensed psychologists.
Regulations related to licensing requirements for psychologists in Delaware.
Board that oversees licensing and professional conduct of psychologists in Delaware.
Responsible for creating and overseeing the administration of the EPP and other licensing exams.
Nationwide 11%
Delaware 6.9%
Nationwide 11%
Delaware N/A
Nationwide 115,810
Delaware 280
Clinical, Counseling & School Psychologists | Psychologist , Other | |||
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Nationwide |
Median Wage Annually |
$68,900 |
$92,110 |
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Delaware |
Median Wage Annually |
$79,420 |
N/A |
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Delaware |
Median Wage Hourly |
$38.18 |
N/A |
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Delaware |
Lowest 10% yearly wage |
$51,640 |
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Delaware |
Highest 10% yearly wage |
$125,380 |
N/A |
To learn more about psychology education programs, licensure, and economic data in Delaware, please visit the following resources.
The main authoritative body for psychology in the United States.
The Occupational Outlook Handbook and the Occupational Employment Statistics sections contain information on salary and job growth for psychologists in Connecticut and nationwide.
A state affiliate of the APA. Advocates for the profession of psychology, provides continuing education, and educates the public about the work of psychologists in Delaware.