Become a Psychologist in Vermont - VT

By an allied health world contributing writer
Published: February, 19 2010

Steps to Becoming a Psychologist in Vermont

1. Those interested in how to become a psychologist in Vermont must be 18 years of age. 
2. Complete a bachelor’s degree program in a field that your graduate school will find acceptable, such as psychology, social work or science.  A program that emphasizes natural, physical and social sciences will be the most beneficial.   This can typically be completed in four years. 


3. Earn your master’s degree in psychology.  This will take an additional two to three years. 
4. Consider earning your doctorate degree in psychology as well, although this is not required in Vermont as it is in every other state.   A doctorate degree will add another two to three to your schooling. 
5. Search for an internship while still in school.  This will most likely not be a paid internship, but is required in order to become licensed to practice psychology in Vermont. 
6. Those interested in how to become a psychologist in Vermont must complete two years of supervised practice as a psychologist.  Supervised practice is just like school; you must pay for it and get the credit.  No less than 4,000 hours are required for licensure. 
7. Pass the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) and the Vermont State Jurisprudence Examination.  Both exams can be taken electronically.  Check with the Vermont Board of Psychological Examiners for more detailed information on testing dates, locations, and requirements. 
8. Submit your application and all required application information for licensure as either a Psychologist-Doctorate or a Psychologist-Master with the Vermont Board of Psychological Examiners, regulated by the Vermont Secretary of State.