How long is a provisional license valid in Pennsylvania?

In Pennsylvania, a provisional license is valid for one year. This license is typically issued to individuals who have completed supervised post-doctoral experience but are still in the process of obtaining full licensure. During this year, the individual is expected to complete any remaining requirements mandated by the state to qualify for full licensure as a psychologist.

This timeframe of one year is established to ensure that practitioners have adequate supervised experience to develop their skills further before practicing independently. It allows for ongoing evaluation of the individual's professional capabilities in a practical setting, promoting public safety and standardizing qualifications for licensed psychologists.

The other options—six months, two years, and indefinitely—do not accurately reflect the regulations set forth by Pennsylvania's licensing board for psychologists regarding provisional licenses.