Wisconsin Administrative Code Psychology Examining Board
Here's an updated overview of the Wisconsin Administrative Code provisions under the Psychology Examining Board (Chs. Psy 1–5), as maintained by the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS):
📘 Chapters of the Psychology Examining Board
Chapter Psy 1 – Authority & Definitions
Establishes the statutory authority behind the Board's rules (e.g., ss. 15.08, 227.11, 455.045, etc.). (regulations.justia.com)
Defines key terms such as “applicant” (Psy 1.02(1)(1)) and “board” (Psy 1.02(2)(2)). (docs.legis.wisconsin.gov)
Chapter Psy 2 – Examination & Licensure Requirements
Covers application procedures (Psy 2.01), interim licensure (Psy 2.012), reciprocity (Psy 2.013), and service-member credentials (Psy 2.014).
Details credential abandonment, temporary issuance, and repeat/reexamination policies.
Educational requirements: doctoral degree equivalency (Psy 2.09), supervised experience (Psy 2.10), and foreign degree evaluation (Psy 2.13).
Temporary practice provisions (Psy 2.14): out‑of‑state psychologists may practice up to 60 working days/year (reporting required if exceeding 20 days). (law.cornell.edu, dsps.wi.gov, wipsychology.org)
Chapter Psy 4 – Renewal & Continuing Education
Psy 4.01: Biennial renewal required by September 30 of every odd-numbered year, including fee payment and meeting CE requirements. (law.cornell.edu)
Continuing education rules: defined in Psy 4.025, with audit and record-keeping obligations under Psy 4.05. (law.cornell.edu)
Chapter Psy 5 – Professional Conduct
Outlines grounds for professional discipline, including practicing while impaired (Psy 5.01(11)) and other unethical behaviors. (docs.legis.wisconsin.gov)
🛠️ Licensing & Exam Process (DSPS)
According to DSPS:
Education – Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution + supervised experience (typically 3,000 hours with required supervision structure). (psychologist-license.com)
Exams – Includes the EPPP (national board exam) and a Jurisprudence/Wisconsin Statutes & Rules exam, with an 80% passing score. (dsps.wi.gov)
Interim & Reciprocity Options – Interim licensing for graduates; out-of-state reciprocity paths; private practice school psychologist licensing also covered. (psychologist-license.com)
✅ Summary Table
Chapter
Key Topics
Psy 1
Authority, Board definitions
Psy 2
Applications, licensure prerequisites, temporary & reciprocal practice
Psy 4
Renewal schedule, continuing education requirements, audits
Psy 5
Standards of conduct, impairment, disciplinary actions
📍 Additional Resources
For the full text of these chapters, you can refer to Wisconsin’s official administrative code PDFs via DSPS or Legislative Reference Bureau.
For details on application forms, fees, CE providers, or disciplinary history, visit DSPS's Psychologist profession page. (regulations.justia.com, law.justia.com, dsps.wi.gov, dsps.wi.gov)
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