Learn About University of Maine System Psychology Programs Requiring Licensure or State Authorization
On this page, you will find a list of programs throughout the University of Maine System in which students may seek state authorization or licensure upon graduation from the program.
Individual schools and programs must disclose whether completion of a licensure or certification program meets state educational requirements for licensure or certification in the state in which the student lives or intends to reside. Visit an individual program page to find contact information and learn more about the program’s licensure and state authorization requirements.
Psychology Programs by Degree/Program Type:
Doctor of Philosophy
Clinical Psychology
University: University of Maine
Program Website: University of Maine Clinical Psychology webpage (External Site)
Contact Person: Contact the program email address below
Email: cfl-muskie@maine.edu
License: Clinical Psychologist (Ph.D.)
License/Certification Website: Each state has its own licensing requirements and board. Visit the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards webpage (External Site) for information about licensure.
Additional Information: National – Completion of an American Psychological Association (APA)-accredited doctoral degree in clinical psychology is only one of several requirements for licensure, as specified by individual states. Other requirements include supervised postdoctoral clinical hours, satisfactory performance on a national licensing exam (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology), etc. Our APA accredited program is designed to meet licensure for the vast majority of states; however, given the local variation in requirements, we do not assure that graduates meet requirements for licensure in all states, territories, or international locations. In line with other APA-accredited doctoral programs in clinical psychology, we have included the following statement on our departmental web page: Our program adheres to APA accreditation standards and prepares students for entry into the profession of Clinical Psychology. Given the varied and changing requirements across jurisdictions, we cannot assure, nor is it our responsibility, that graduates will meet all requirements for licensure in all states, territories, or international locations. Doctoral trainees in this program are encouraged to become familiar with licensing laws applicable to their career plans and discuss their curricular plan with their major professor and/or the Director of Clinical Training (DCT) as needed. A compilation of licensure requirements, organized by jurisdictions, is available here (External PDF) and updated annually.
Any known states in which license is not accepted: Unknown at this time
Behavioral Science
Program Website: https://www.umfk.edu/academics/programs/behavioral-science/
Contact Person: Shawn Graham, PhD, LCPC, CADC, MHRT/C, BC-TMH
Email: shawn.graham@maine.edu
License: Licensed Social Worker – Conditional (LSX)
License Website: Maine Alcohol & Drug Counseling Licenses webpage (External Site)
Any known states in which license is not accepted: State license,must apply in other states as reciprocity is not established at this time
License: Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician/Community Certification (MHRT/C)
License/Certification Website: Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician/Community (MHRT/C) Certification webpage (External Site)
Any known states in which license is not accepted: Only accepted in Maine.
License: Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)
License/Certification Website: Maine Board of Alcohol & Drug Counselors – Counseling Aide, Certified Counselor, Licensed Counselor, Certified Clinical Supervisor webpage (External Site)
Any known states in which license is not accepted: Only accepted in Maine, licensing requirements vary by state