Master Level Psychologists

- New Information (Proposed Regulations, news releases, laws, processes and procedures)
- Advisory Committee Members
- General Information
- Basic License Requirements
- Clinical Supervision
- Forms
- How to Apply
- Renewal Information
- Fees
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Statutes and Regulations Covering Psychology in Kansas
- Unprofessional Conduct Regulation

New Information

Proposed Regulation

Out-Of-State Temporary Permit This permit should be used by Out-Of-State Licensed Clinical Psychotherapists who wish to provide services in the State of Kansas or for the residents of Kansas, for a limited amount of time.   This permit is found in Forms.  

AG Opinions

- View the AG Opinions

- BSRB Official Statement Related to Clinical Licensure - (pdf)

Information Regarding Changes in Licensing for Masters Level Psychologists

Legislation passed during the 1999 Session created a new level of independent clinical licensure for Masters Level Psychologists in the State of Kansas.  This is to notify you of the options open to those currently licensed as LMLP's.  The options are:

1. Transition to Clinical Psychotherapist

If fully licensed as a Master Level Psychologist in Kansas before 7/1/00 you have the opportunity to transition your license to the new Clinical Psychotherapist. This is a NOT "grandparenting" process, all applicants will need to meet the qualifications for Clinical Psychotherapist.  Those qualifications are as followes:

- Licensed or Registered in Kansas before 7/1/00, and
- Actively engaged in practice as a LMLP within 5 years prior to 7/1/00, and
- Competent to diagnosis and treat mental disorders as documented by 2 of the following:

- 9 transcripted graduate credit hours in diagnosis and treatment or passing the national, clinical examination
- 3 years of clinical experience in a community mental health center, state hospital, or other settings with experience in diagnosis and treatment.
- Attestation from one professional, licensed to diagnosis and treat mental disorders in independent practice or licensed to practice medicine or surgery, that the applicant is competent to diagnosis and treat mental disorders.

If you wish to receive an application to transition to the clinical level download the form from "Forms" in the topics listed under Masters Level Psychologist.

2. Maintain current license as a Master’s Level Psychologist

Licensed master’s level psychologists who were licensed prior to 7/1/00 may elect to maintain their current level of licensure.  After January 1, 2002, those with who are licensed as masters level psychologists may only practice under the direction of a licensed clinical psychotherapist, licensed clinical professional  counselor,a licensed psychologist, a licensed clinical social worker, a licensed clinical marriage and family therapist, or a person licensed to practice medicine or surgery.  If you wish to remain as a Licensed Masters Level Psychologist, please notify the Board office of your decision, and your license will continue to be renewed as a Licensed Masters Level Psychologist.

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Advisory Committee Members

- View the Advisory Committee Memebers

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General information

- View the current Master's Level Psychologists licensed in the state of Kansas and Licensed Clinical Psychotherapists,
License Statistics by County,
List of active LMLP licensees business address only,
List of active LCP licensees business address only

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Basic Licensing requirements for Licensed Masters Level Psychologist
 

21 years of age

Good moral character and merit public trust

Master degree in field of psychology

Pass a nationally standardized competency exam (EPPP) at 60% level.  The EPPP exam is administered  by PES and is offered daily.  You must submit a licensure application with the BSRB.  Once you are approved to sit, you will receive instructions on how to register with PES.

Licensed as an LMLP, or meet same qualifications

4000 hours of supervised clinical experience under an approved clinical training plan

Pass a nationally standardized competency exam (EPPP) at 70% level.  The EPPP exam is administered  by PES and is offered daily.  You must submit a licensure application with the BSRB.  Once you are approved to sit, you will receive instructions on how to register with PES.

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Education for Clinical Supervision

- Questions - (pdf)

- Stories/Examples - (pdf)

- 102-4-7a - (pdf)

ATTENTION SUPERVISORS
The following practice exam has been provided by the Board as an aid to help you enhance your supervisory skills.  We encourage you to take the time to complete the exam and use the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the current statutes and regulations for your profession.  The answer key is provided.

- LMLP Supervisory exam - (pdf)

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Forms

- Download Forms

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How to apply

Application packets can be downloaded at no charge go to "Forms" under the topics list in  Masters Level Psychologists.

There is a $10 fee for application packets to be mailed to you. You may request the packets through the Board Office in writing.
Please be specific which packet you are requesting in your letter.

Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board
712 S. Kansas Ave,
Topeka, KS 66603-3817
phone: 785-296-3240
fax: 785-296-3112

Renewal information

- Renew On-Line

You will be required to pay your renewal fee by credit card. If you have any technical difficulties please contact Kansas.gov at 1-800-452-6727.

Licenses are issued for a 2-year period, and expire on the last day of the month.  Renewals notices are sent to the last known address we have in the licensure database, and are sent approximately 90 days prior to expiration of the license. Renewals will not be processed prior to 90 days of the license expiration date.  The notices are a courtesy sent to licensees, but the responsibility to renew a license on time, remains with the licensee. All renewals require 50 hours of continuing education, inclusive of 3 hours of ethics and 6 hours of diagnosis and treatment, earned in the 2 years preceding renewal expiration date.    back to top

LMLP, LCP application - $100

Examination - $450 (both levels)

LMLP temporary license - $100 (2-yr)

Original Issue - $150 (both levels)

LMLP renewal - $150  LCP - $175

LMLP Reinstatement - $300 LCP - $350

Duplicate License - $20

Billfold card replacement - $2

Verification of licensure/registration fee is $5 per credential

Duplication - set up fee $5.00 plus $.25 per page.

Frequently Asked Questions

- View FAQ's

You may request a paper copy of the Statutes, Rules and Regulations from the Board office 785-296-3240 for a $5.00 fee.

- Downloadable Statutes & Regulations Book

- Statutes regarding Confidentiality - (pdf)