Nationwide 11%
Massachusetts Psychology School Options & Licensing Requirements
With more than ten APA-accredited psychology doctorate programs, two of which rank in the top 50 of U.S. News’s Best Grad Schools 2013, Massachusetts provides ample opportunities for students wishing to study psychology. Furthermore, with average annual wages in the top ten highest in the nation, practicing clinical, counseling & school psychologists can expect to find well-paying employment in the state.
Interested students can find out more about psychology schools and programs in Massachusetts using the search tool below.
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| Houston Community College | Houston, TX | 63,015 | Public, 2-year | $744 | Campus | View Programs |
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| The University of Texas at Austin | Austin, TX | 51,112 | Public, 4-year | $9,790 | Campus | View Programs |
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| Texas A & M University-College Station | College Station, TX | 50,230 | Public, 4-above | $5,297 | Both | View Programs |
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| Tarrant County College District | Fort Worth, TX | 50,062 | Public, 2-year | $1,296 | Campus | View Programs |
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| Austin Community College District | Austin, TX | 45,100 | Public, 2-year | $1,860 | Campus | View Programs |
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| University of Houston | Houston, TX | 39,820 | Public, 4-year | $7,176 | Campus | View Programs |
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| University of North Texas | Denton, TX | 37,818 | Public, 4-above | $6,187 | Both | View Programs |
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| Texas State University-San Marcos | San Marcos, TX | 34,087 | Public, 4-year | $5,642 | Campus | View Programs |
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Psychology candidates in Massachusetts must graduate with a doctoral degree, complete an internship and a supervised work experience, and pass the both a state and national exam to be awarded a license.
Psychologist Licensing in Massachusetts
Licensed psychologists in Massachusetts are permitted to do the following:
- Observe, evaluate, and modify human behavior via the application of psychological principles
- Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, including alcohol and substance abuse
- Render services to individuals, groups, organizations, or the public
Licensing Authority in Massachusetts
The Massachusetts Board of Registration of Psychologists issues licenses and protects the public health and welfare by regulating psychologists in the state.
Psychologist licensure candidates in Massachusetts must have completed the following steps:
Graduated with a doctoral degree in psychology
Completed a pre-doctoral internship
Completed a post-doctoral supervised experience
Passed the Examination for the Professional Practice of Psychology (EPPP) and the state jurisprudence examination
Other Licensing Criteria
The candidate must complete at least three academic years of full-time graduate study, one of which must be completed in residence. Three graduate semester hours must be completed in: biological bases of behavior, cognitive affective bases of behavior, social bases of behavior, individual difference, and racial/ethnic bases of behavior with a focus on people of color.
At least 25% of the 1,600-hour internship must be client facing and at least 50% must be completed in service-related activities. The candidate must receive at least two hours a week of individual supervision, and at least one hour of individual or group supervision for every 16 hours of work.
At least one hour for every 16 hours of the 1,600 hours of supervised work experience must be supervised, and at least one hour per week must be individually supervised. The experience must be completed in between 10 and 36 months. At least 25% of the work must be client facing if the candidate is seeking the health service certificate. A candidate can work no less than 16 hours a week for no fewer than four months.
Candidates who fail either the EPPP or the state jurisprudence exam must wait for at least three months before retaking. Four attempts are permitted per year.
Psychology Licensing Exams in Massachusetts
Psychologist candidates in Massachusetts must pass the national Examination for the Professional Practice of Psychology (EPPP) and the state jurisprudence exam.
Recognized Psychology Specializations in Massachusetts
- Counseling Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- School psychology
Specialization Requirements
- Candidate must meet all other licensure requirements
- Candidate’s supervised work experience must be related to his/her area of supervision
License Renewal
- Licenses must be renewed biennially. Licensed psychologists must complete 20 hours of continuing education every two years.
Massachusetts Licensure Resources
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Massachusetts Board of Registration of Psychologists
Board that issues licenses and oversees professional conduct of psychologists in Massachusetts.
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Massachusetts Psychology Laws and Regulations
Law applicable to the licensing and practice of psychology in Massachusetts.
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The Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards
Responsible for creating and overseeing the administration of the EPPP and other licensing exams.
Salary and Employment Trends for Psychologists in Massachusetts
Growth and Employment Rate for Psychologists in Massachusetts vs Nationwide
Clinical, Counseling & School Psychologists Growth 2012-2022
Massachusetts 8.4%
Psychologists, Other Growth 2012-2022
Nationwide 11%
Massachusetts 12.8%
Industrial-Organizational Psychologists Growth 2012-2022
Nationwide N/A
Massachusetts 27.4%
Number clinical, counseling and school psychologist, psychologists, other, and industrial-organizational psychologists employed 2014
Nationwide 115,810
Massachusetts 5,780
Earnings for Psychologists in Massachusetts vs Nationwide
| Clinical, Counseling & School Psychologists | Psychologist , Other | Industrial-Organizational Psychologists | ||||
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Nationwide |
Median Wage Annually | $68,900 |
$92,110 |
$76,950 |
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Massachusetts |
Median Wage Annually | $74,070 |
$85,540 |
$74,270 |
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Massachusetts |
Median Wage Hourly | $35.61 |
$41.12 |
$35.71 |
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Massachusetts |
Lowest 10% yearly wage | $43,920 |
$40,240 |
$50,090 |
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Massachusetts |
Highest 10% yearly wage | $115,340 |
$118,410 |
$118,470 |
To learn more about psychology education programs, licensure, and economic data in Massachusetts, please visit the following resources.
Massachusetts Psychology Resources
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American Psychological Association
The main authoritative body for psychology in the United States.
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Bureau of Labor Statistics, Psychologists
The Occupational Outlook Handbook and the Occupational Employment Statistics sections contain information on salary and job growth for psychologists in Massachusetts and nationwide.
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Massachusetts Psychological Association
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 Massachusetts.