Requirements
The requirements for obtaining licensure as a specialist in school psychology are set forth in 22 TAC 463.9. Generally, these requirements include:
- completion of a training program in school psychology approved/accredited by the American Psychological Association or the National Association of School Psychologists, or a graduate degree in psychology with specified course work;
- a formal internship of at least 1200 hours, of which 600 must be in a public school;
- passage of the Praxis School Psychology Examination; and
- passage of the Jurisprudence Examination.
Key Forms and Publications:
- Specialist in School Psychology Application Checklist
- Supervised Experience Documentation Form (Specialist In School Psychology)
- Coursework Identification Form (LSSP)
You can find other helpful information for applying for a psychology license on our How To User Guides webpage or the Board’s Forms and Publications webpage.
When you are ready to apply, click on “Apply for a License” on the top left menu to learn about the Council’s online licensing application system and timelines.
