New Jersey Psychology School Options & Licensing Requirements

The Garden State of New Jersey is home to a variety of psychology schools and graduate programs for potential students to consider. Psychology is a growing field with plenty of great opportunities, but the journey into this profession starts with an education. Nearly 4,000 psychologists currently serve in a variety of different disciplines in New Jersey.

For students considering taking their career down the psychology path, one of the earliest steps is to find a great educational institution. The search tool below presents a number of options for closer inspection.

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SCHOOL NAME	CITY, STATE	STUDENT POPULATION	SCHOOL TYPE	TUITION	PROGRAM TYPE	PROGRAMS
University of Phoenix-Online Campus	Phoenix, AZ	307,871	Private, 4-above	$9,216	Both	View Programs
Master’s - ONLINE Master of Science in Psychology with a concentration in Behavioral Health Master of Science in Psychology with a concentration in Industrial-Organizational Psychology Doctorate - ONLINE Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial/Organizational Psychology Master’s Psychology - Other
Ashford University	Clinton, IA	74,596	Private, 4-year	$9,648	Campus	View Programs
Bachelor’s Psychology - General Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions - Other
Arizona State University	Tempe, AZ	72,254	Public, 4-year	$9,208	Campus	View Programs
Bachelor’s Psychology - General Applied Psychology Master’s Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services Psychology - General Educational Psychology Applied Psychology Doctorate Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling Educational Psychology Psychology - General Neuroscience Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Liberty University	Lynchburg, VA	64,096	Private, 4-above	$18,562	Both	View Programs
Associate - ONLINE Associate of Arts in Psychology - Christian Counseling Bachelor’s - ONLINE Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Criminal Psychology Bachelor of Science in Psychology - Christian Counseling Associate Psychology - General Bachelor’s Psychology - General Master’s Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services Counseling Psychology Doctorate Counseling Psychology
Miami Dade College	Miami, FL	63,736	Public, 4-year	$2,483	Campus	View Programs
Associate Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
Houston Community College	Houston, TX	63,015	Public, 2-year	$744	Campus	View Programs
Associate Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
University of Central Florida	Orlando, FL	58,465	Public, 4-year	$4,426	Campus	View Programs
Bachelor’s Psychology - General Master’s Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services Psychology - General Clinical Psychology Industrial and Organizational Psychology Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling Doctorate Psychology - General
Ohio State University-Main Campus	Columbus, OH	56,867	Public, 4-year	$9,168	Campus	View Programs
Bachelor’s Psychology - General Master’s Psychology - General Doctorate Neuroscience Psychology - General

There are specific standards in place that apply to anyone wishing to practice psychology in New Jersey. The state ensures those standards are met by requiring all active psychologists to hold a license issued by the state.

Licensing for Psychologists in New Jersey

Psychologists are trained to provide specific services and treatments to those they serve. Once licensed in New Jersey, a psychologist will be able to do the following:

Work with people in one-on-one therapy sessions to deal with problems related to depression and anxiety disorders
Offer group therapy sessions to treat people with similar issues
Serve businesses to help create an environment in the office that promotes well-being and teamwork

New Jersey Psychology Licensing

The State Board of Psychological Examiners falls under the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, and is the body that is responsible for the licensing of psychologists in New Jersey.

In order to obtain a license and work legally in the psychology field, there are a number of steps which much be completed.

Hold a doctorate in psychology or a related field from an accredited institution

Complete two years of full-time supervised practice, totaling at least 3,500 hours

Be supervised by a licensed New Jersey psychologist for a minimum of two years

Pass two written exams and one oral exam

Submit the necessary application forms and fees required for licensure

Other Licensing Requirements

Doctoral degree must include at least 40 credit hours within psychology field

Licensing Exams to Become New Jersey Psychologist

The first exam that must be passed is the national standard, the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology, often referred to as the EPPP. Candidates must also pass a written exam based on the New Jersey statutes and regulations governing psychology.

New Jersey Recognized Psychology Specializations

General Psychology
Social Psychology

Developmental Psychology
Industrial/Organizational Psychology (I-O)

Specialization Requirements

Meet the standard requirements for licensure in the state of New Jersey

License Renewal

There is no continuing education requirement, but licenses must be renewed every year

Resources for New Jersey Psychology Licensing

New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs
Official information on obtaining a license to practice psychology within New Jersey. Answers frequently asked questions regarding licensure.
New Jersey State Codes
Information for those interested in pursuing a New Jersey School Psychologist certificate.
State Board of Psychological Examiners
This is the body in charge of issuing licenses for psychologists in the state of New Jersey.

Psychologists in New Jersey: Trends in Salary and Employment

Growth and Employment Rate for Psychologists in New Jersey vs. Nationwide

Clinical, Counseling & School Psychologists Growth 2012-2022

Nationwide 11%

New Jersey 2.7%

Psychologists, Other Growth 2012-2022

Nationwide 11%

New Jersey -0.7%

Number Clinical, Counseling, & School Psychologists and Psychologists, Other employed 2014

Nationwide 115,810

New Jersey 3,790

Nationwide Averages vs. New Jersey Earnings for Psychologists

		Clinical, Counseling & School Psychologists	Psychologist , Other
Nationwide	Median Wage Annually	$68,900	$92,110
New Jersey	Median Wage Annually	$77,690	$102,490
New Jersey	Median Wage Hourly	$37.35	$49.27
New Jersey	Lowest 10% yearly wage	$54,640	$32,840
New Jersey	Highest 10% yearly wage	$121,810	$121,120

The path to becoming a psychologist in New Jersey can be somewhat intimidating at first, so the following links may be helpful in better understanding the world of psychology within this state.

Resources for Psychology in New Jersey

American Psychological Association
The APA is the leading organization for psychologists when it comes to continuing education, industry news and trends, and more.
New Jersey Association of School Psychologists
Organization for those who work in the school psychology profession. Formed in 1958.
New Jersey Psychological Association
Known as one of the leading state psychological associations in the country, this organization provides many services to its members in addition to the public and media.