Licensing Requirements & School Options for Oregon Psychology

Due to rapidly growing demand in recent years, there are now more than 1,400 people in Oregon who are employed in some area of psychology. Fortunately, the state has many quality psychology schools and graduate programs in which to train the future psychologists who will serve in Oregon and beyond. Graduate programs in Oregon offer advanced degrees in clinical psychology, cognitive neuroscience, and social psychology.

The search tool offered below is a great way to sort through the various schools and programs available in Oregon to pursue an education in psychology.

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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

Unlike opening many other kinds of businesses, one cannot simply open up a psychology practice and immediately begin seeing patients. Graduates are required to obtain a psychology license from the state of Oregon in order to work in this vital profession.

Psychology Licensing in the State of Oregon

After a license has been legally attained, a psychologist in Oregon is able to offer a number of treatments and services to patients, including the ones shown below.

Treatment for addictive behaviors such as problems with drugs or alcohol
Assessment of patient conditions and creation of a treatment plan based on that assessment
Therapy in both individual and group settings for anxiety, depression, and more

How to Obtain a Psychology License in Oregon

Anyone wishing to obtain a psychology license in Oregon will need to work with the State of Oregon Board of Psychologist Examiners. The government body has specific rules and procedures outlined which must be met prior to the issuance of a license.

The steps required to become eligible for a license include the following:

Complete a doctoral degree in psychology at an APA or CPA approved institution

Complete supervised work experience requirements including one year of post-doctoral work

Pass two exams

Complete and submit all necessary paperwork including any required references and fees

Exams to Receive Oregon Psychology License

The first exam required for licensure is the standard EPPP, or Examination for the Professional Practice in Psychology, which is a national standard. Also, the applicant must pass the Oregon Jurisprudence Exam.

Psychology Specializations Recognized in Oregon

General Psychology
Clinical Psychology

School Psychology
Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Specialization Requirements

Meet all of the basic requirements for licensure outlined above

License Renewal

40 continuing education credits must be earned between each license renewal

Additional Licensure Resources for Oregon

Oregon State Hospital Psychology Internship Program
Those seeking licensure in psychology may be able to gain internship experience through this program on the campus of Oregon State Hospital.
State of Oregon Board of Psychologist Examiners
Official government body tasked with the licensing of all psychologists in the state of Oregon.
State of Oregon Statutes
Government document which covers the statutes pertaining to the practice of psychology in the state.

Employment Trends and Psychologists Salary in Oregon

Growth and Employment Rate in Oregon for Psychologists vs. Nationwide Data

Clinical, Counseling & School Psychologists Growth 2012-2022

Nationwide 11%

Oregon 19.9%

Psychologists, Other Growth 2012-2022

Nationwide 11%

Oregon 24.8%

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

Nationwide 115,810

Oregon 1,420

Oregon vs. Nationwide Earnings for Psychologists

		Clinical, Counseling & School Psychologists	Psychologist , Other
Nationwide	Median Wage Annually	$68,900	$92,110
Oregon	Median Wage Annually	$69,160	n/a
Oregon	Median Wage Hourly	$33.25	n/a
Oregon	Lowest 10% yearly wage	$38,030	n/a
Oregon	Highest 10% yearly wage	$111,280	n/a

The following list of links will offer more information on the field of psychology within the state of Oregon.

Oregon Psychology Resources

Oregon Psychological Association
Not-for-profit organization which serves the interests of those who work in the profession of psychology in Oregon.
Oregon School Psychologists Association
Professional group which serves those working in the school psychology field.
Oregon Research Institute
Charitable organization committed to promoting both physical and psychological health.