Oklahoma Administrative Code Title 575 - State Board of Examiners of Psychologists
Oklahoma Administrative Code — Title 575
State Board of Examiners of Psychologists
This title regulates the licensing, supervision, and professional conduct of psychologists in Oklahoma. It is issued under the authority of the Oklahoma Psychologists Licensing Act and is enforced by the State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
1. Purpose and Scope
Ensure that only qualified individuals practice psychology in Oklahoma.
Protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public.
Provide rules for licensing, supervision, discipline, and ethical practice.
Cover all psychologists, applicants, and supervised trainees.
2. Organization of the Board
The Board conducts meetings, keeps records, and oversees licensing and complaints.
Meetings are generally open to the public.
The Board may issue rules, regulations, and declaratory rulings on the application of the law.
Complaints about psychologists are investigated, and hearings can be held to determine violations.
3. Licensure of Psychologists
Requirements to Become Licensed
Application and Fees
Applicants must submit a completed application and pay a non-refundable fee.
Education
Must have a doctoral degree in psychology from an accredited institution.
Coursework must meet the Board’s requirements.
Supervised Experience
Required supervised professional experience during or after graduate training.
Examinations
Must pass professional exams approved by the Board.
References
Applicants must provide references from licensed psychologists.
Criminal Background Check
Certain convictions may disqualify applicants for public safety reasons.
Practice Under Supervision
Trainees or interns may practice under supervision but cannot represent themselves as independent psychologists.
Continuing Education
Licensed psychologists must complete ongoing professional education to maintain licensure.
Fees
Fees include initial application, renewal, and fees for supervised trainees or technicians.
4. Supervision and Psychological Technicians
Licensed psychologists may hire and supervise psychological technicians.
Technicians must meet educational and training requirements and operate under the supervising psychologist’s authority.
Board rules govern scope of practice and supervision requirements.
5. Ethics and Professional Conduct
Psychologists must follow a Code of Ethics consistent with national professional standards.
Ethical violations can result in discipline, including fines, suspension, or license revocation.
Conduct during training, employment, or private practice is subject to these rules.
6. Telepsychology
Psychologists may practice remotely using technology (telepsychology) only if:
They hold a valid Oklahoma license.
They comply with the Board’s rules for technology-assisted practice.
Telepsychology covers services via video, phone, or online platforms.
7. Complaints, Investigations, and Discipline
The Board may investigate complaints regarding:
Professional misconduct
Violation of laws or regulations
Ethical violations
Procedures include:
Written notice of complaints
Opportunity to respond
Administrative hearings
Possible disciplinary actions:
Reprimand
Fines
License suspension
License revocation
Conditions or restrictions on practice
8. Public Access to Information
The Board maintains a directory of licensed psychologists.
Board filings, licensee status, and disciplinary actions may be publicly accessible, subject to confidentiality protections where required.
Summary
Title 575 ensures that:
Only qualified and ethical individuals practice psychology.
The public is protected from unqualified or unethical practitioners.
Psychologists comply with education, supervision, ethics, and continuing education rules.
The Board can discipline and regulate licensees effectively.
Telepsychology and modern practice methods are safely regulated.
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