DE HB358

Requires psychologist applicants to hold a doctoral degree from a program accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System (PCSAS), or an equivalent program approved by the Board.

Mandates completion of a predoctoral internship complying with Board rules and regulations as a requirement for psychologist licensure.

Expands accreditation options for psychological assistant registration to include PCSAS-accredited programs in addition to APA-accredited programs.

Updates reciprocity requirements for psychologists licensed in other jurisdictions to recognize PCSAS accreditation alongside APA accreditation.

Clarifies that practitioners must conform to the American Psychological Association's Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct and Board-adopted implementing regulations.