Nationwide 11%
Psychology in Oklahoma: Licensing Requirements & School Options
Students in Oklahoma who are interested in working in the field of psychology have a number of schools and graduate programs to consider. With more than 1,200 people across the state already employed in this potentially lucrative career, it is easy to see why so many educational institutions include psychology in their degree programs.
To make the process of examining options easier, please feel free to use the search tool below.
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| SCHOOL NAME | CITY, STATE | STUDENT POPULATION | SCHOOL TYPE | TUITION | PROGRAM TYPE | PROGRAMS |
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| University of Oklahoma Norman Campus | Norman, OK | 27,138 | Public, 4-year | $3,957 | Campus | View Programs |
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| Oklahoma State University-Main Campus | Stillwater, OK | 24,390 | Public, 4-year | $4,425 | Campus | View Programs |
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| University of Central Oklahoma | Edmond, OK | 17,239 | Public, 4-year | $4,460 | Campus | View Programs |
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| Oklahoma City Community College | Oklahoma City, OK | 14,941 | Public, 2-year | $2,237 | Campus | View Programs |
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| Northeastern State University | Tahlequah, OK | 9,316 | Public, 4-year | $3,750 | Campus | View Programs |
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| Rose State College | Midwest City, OK | 8,150 | Public, 2-year | $2,370 | Campus | View Programs |
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| Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City | Oklahoma City, OK | 7,247 | Public, 4-year | $2,587 | Campus | View Programs |
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| Cameron University | Lawton, OK | 6,463 | Public, 4-year | $3,225 | Campus | View Programs |
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| Southwestern Oklahoma State University | Weatherford, OK | 5,263 | Public, 4-year | $3,975 | Campus | View Programs |
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| Western Oklahoma State College | Altus, OK | 5,035 | Public, 2-year | $1,883 | Campus | View Programs |
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It is not legal within the state of Oklahoma to simply open up a psychology practice and start seeing patients. Instead, anyone hoping to practice psychology must be licensed through the proper government channels. The process of licensing can be time consuming and challenging, but it ensures that only qualified individuals are working in this important field.
Psychology Licensing in Oklahoma
Once licensed, there is a wide-variety of services and treatments that a psychologist in Oklahoma can offer. Those services include the following:
- Create treatment plans to help individuals dealing with behavioral problems
- Offer individual and group therapy sessions to address issues such as anxiety and depression
- Work with entire businesses to train their employees on topics such as emotional health
Oklahoma Psychology Licensing Authority
In order to acquire a license, prospective psychologists will need to go through the Oklahoma State Board of Examiners of Psychologists. It is the responsibility of this board to ensure that only qualified individuals provide psychological treatment to patients within the state.
The following steps will need to be completed in order to be eligible for a license.
Earn a doctoral-level degree in the study of psychology from an APA-accredited institution
Complete two years of supervised practice prior to applying for licensure
Provide the Board with three references from licensed psychologists
Pass two written examinations
Complete all of the necessary paperwork and submit any relevant fees with the application
Licensing Exams Required in Oklahoma
Two exams must be passed in order to be eligible for an Oklahoma psychology license – the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP), and the Jurisprudence Examination. To pass the EPPP, a score of 500 or better must be attained.
Oklahoma Recognized Psychology Specializations
- Clinical Psychology
- School Psychology
- Counseling Psychology
- General Psychology
Specialization Requirements
- Supervised practice must include experience relevant to desired specialization
License Renewal
- Earn 20 credits of continuing education, including 3 in ethics, to renew license for the next year
Oklahoma Licensure Resources
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Northeastern Oklahoma Psychology Internship Program
Opportunity for experience in the field of psychology for those who are pursing licensure.
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Oklahoma State Board of Examiners of Psychologists
The main governing body over the practice of psychology in the state of Oklahoma.
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Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Licensure information for those interested in the industrial/organizational area of psychology.
Oklahoma Psychologist Salary and Employment Trends
Growth and Employment Rate in Oklahoma for Psychologists vs. Nationwide Data
Clinical, Counseling & School Psychologists Growth 2012-2022
Oklahoma 8.8%
Psychologists, Other Growth 2012-2022
Nationwide 11%
Oklahoma 7.0%
Number Clinical, Counseling, & School Psychologists and Psychologists, Other employed 2014
Nationwide 115,810
Oklahoma 1,220
Nationwide Earnings for Psychologists Compared to Oklahoma
| Clinical, Counseling & School Psychologists | Psychologist , Other | |||
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Nationwide |
Median Wage Annually | $68,900 |
$92,110 |
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Oklahoma |
Median Wage Annually | $47,490 |
$90,350 |
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Oklahoma |
Median Wage Hourly | $22.83 |
$43.44 |
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Oklahoma |
Lowest 10% yearly wage | $29,160 |
$32,780 |
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Oklahoma |
Highest 10% yearly wage | $77,680 |
$107,440 |
For additional information on the study and practice of psychology in the state of Oklahoma, please take a moment to visit the resources listed below.
Oklahoma Psychology Resources
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American Psychological Association:
With a membership of more than 120,000, the APA is the biggest psychological organization in the United States.
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Oklahoma Psychological Association:
Professional association which aspires to further the profession of psychology in the state of Oklahoma.
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Oklahoma School Psychological Association:
Non-profit group which consists of professionals in the school psychology field.