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2026 Statistics

Key Facts: EPPP Exam

225

Total Questions

ASPPB EPPP Candidate Handbook

175

Scored Questions

ASPPB EPPP Candidate Handbook

4h 15m

Exam Time

ASPPB

500

Passing Score (Scaled)

ASPPB standard

$600/$450

Part 1/Part 2 Fees

Plus $91.88 test-site fee per part

Content Domains

ASPPB 2026 Blueprint

The 2026 EPPP has two parts. Part 1-Knowledge has 225 items, including 175 scored and 50 pretest items, with 4 hours 15 minutes for exam items. Part 2-Skills has 170 items, including 130 scored and 40 pretest items, with 4 hours 10 minutes for exam items. ASPPB's recommended scaled passing score is 500 for independent practice, fees are $600 for Part 1 and $450 for Part 2 plus a $91.88 test-site fee per part, and candidates may not take either part more than four times in any 12-month period.

Sample EPPP Practice Questions

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1A psychologist is asked to provide therapy to a client who is also seeing another therapist for the same issue. According to the APA Ethics Code, what is the psychologist's primary responsibility?

A.Refuse to treat the client to avoid a dual relationship.

B.Proceed with treatment without consulting the other therapist.

C.Consult with the other therapist to minimize confusion and conflict.

D.Report the other therapist for providing substandard care.

Explanation: To minimize the risk of confusion and conflict for the client, the APA Ethics Code encourages psychologists to discuss the treatment issues with the other provider when appropriate and proceed with caution and sensitivity to the therapeutic issues.

2A client tells their psychologist that they plan to harm a specific person. According to the Tarasoff v. Regents of the University of California ruling, what is the psychologist's duty?

A.Maintain strict confidentiality.

B.Immediately notify the police and the potential victim.

C.Only inform the potential victim.

D.Only inform the police.

Explanation: The Tarasoff ruling established a 'duty to protect.' This requires the therapist to take reasonable steps to protect the intended victim, which includes notifying the police and warning the potential victim of the credible threat.

3What is the primary purpose of the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale, Fourth Edition (WAIS-IV)?

A.To assess personality traits.

B.To diagnose specific learning disabilities.

C.To measure cognitive ability in adults.

D.To evaluate for neuropsychological impairment.

Explanation: The WAIS-IV is a comprehensive intelligence test designed to measure the cognitive ability of adults and older adolescents. It provides a Full Scale IQ score as well as index scores for Verbal Comprehension, Perceptual Reasoning, Working Memory, and Processing Speed.

4In the context of classical conditioning, what is stimulus generalization?

A.The reappearance of a conditioned response after extinction.

B.The weakening of a conditioned response when the unconditioned stimulus is absent.

C.The tendency to respond to stimuli similar to the conditioned stimulus.

D.The ability to distinguish between a conditioned stimulus and other stimuli.

Explanation: Stimulus generalization occurs when an organism responds to stimuli that are similar, but not identical, to the original conditioned stimulus. For example, a dog conditioned to salivate to a bell might also salivate to a similar-sounding chime.

5According to Jean Piaget's stages of cognitive development, object permanence is typically achieved during which stage?

A.Sensorimotor

B.Preoperational

C.Concrete operational

D.Formal operational

Explanation: Object permanence, the understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be seen, is the key developmental accomplishment of the sensorimotor stage (birth to approximately 2 years).

6A researcher is studying the effect of a new medication on depression. One group receives the medication, and another receives a placebo. This type of research design is called a(n):

A.Correlational study

B.Experimental study

C.Case study

D.Naturalistic observation

Explanation: This is an experimental study because the researcher is manipulating an independent variable (the medication) to observe its effect on a dependent variable (depression) while using a control group (placebo) for comparison.

7Which brain structure is most associated with the regulation of basic biological drives such as hunger, thirst, and body temperature?

A.Cerebellum

B.Hippocampus

C.Amygdala

D.Hypothalamus

Explanation: The hypothalamus is a key part of the limbic system and is responsible for regulating many of the body's homeostatic functions, including hunger, thirst, sleep, and body temperature, through its control of the pituitary gland and the autonomic nervous system.

8Which of the following is a key characteristic of Aaron Beck's cognitive therapy?

A.Focus on early childhood experiences and unconscious conflicts.

B.Use of unconditional positive regard and empathy.

C.Identification and modification of automatic negative thoughts.

D.Analysis of transference and countertransference.

Explanation: A central tenet of Beck's cognitive therapy is that psychological distress is caused by maladaptive, automatic thoughts (cognitive distortions). The therapy focuses on helping clients identify these thoughts, evaluate their validity, and replace them with more realistic and adaptive ones.

9The tendency for individuals to attribute their own successes to internal factors and their failures to external factors is known as:

A.Fundamental attribution error

B.Self-serving bias

C.Confirmation bias

D.Actor-observer bias

Explanation: The self-serving bias is a cognitive bias that enhances and protects self-esteem. It involves taking credit for successes (e.g., 'I passed the test because I'm smart') and blaming external factors for failures (e.g., 'I failed the test because it was unfair').

10A psychologist is conducting a child custody evaluation. Her primary responsibility is to:

A.Advocate for the parent who hired her.

B.Advocate for the parent who is more financially stable.

C.Determine the 'best interests of the child.'

D.Ensure an equal division of custody time.

Explanation: In child custody evaluations, the psychologist's role is that of an impartial expert. The primary consideration and guiding principle is to evaluate and make recommendations based on the 'best interests of the child,' considering factors like the child's psychological needs, parental fitness, and the child's relationship with each parent.

About the EPPP Exam

The EPPP is ASPPB's licensing examination for psychology boards in the United States and Canada. In 2026 it is a two-part exam: EPPP Part 1-Knowledge tests foundational psychology knowledge, and EPPP Part 2-Skills tests applied practice skills in real-world professional situations.

Questions

225 scored questions

Time Limit

4 hours 15 minutes

Passing Score

ASPPB recommended scaled score of 500 for independent practice

Exam Fee

$600 Part 1 + $450 Part 2 + $91.88 test-site fee per part (ASPPB (Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards))

EPPP Exam Content Outline

10%

Biological Bases of Behavior

Neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, psychopharmacology, behavioral genetics, and the biological substrates of sensation, perception, motivation, and emotion

13%

Cognitive-Affective Bases of Behavior

Cognition, learning, memory, language, thinking, decision-making, and the interplay between cognitive and affective processes

11%

Social and Cultural Bases of Behavior

Social psychology, interpersonal relationships, group dynamics, multicultural factors, diversity, and the social determinants of behavior

12%

Growth and Lifespan Development

Human development across the lifespan, including physical, cognitive, social, and emotional changes, risk and protective factors

16%

Assessment and Diagnosis

Psychometric theory, test construction, validity/reliability, diagnostic interviewing, differential diagnosis, and DSM-5-TR application

15%

Treatment, Intervention, Prevention, and Supervision

Evidence-based therapeutic modalities, treatment planning, crisis intervention, prevention strategies, and clinical supervision

Research Methods and Statistics

Research design, quantitative and qualitative methods, statistics, program evaluation, and evidence-based practice

16%

Ethical, Legal, and Professional Issues

APA Ethics Code, legal standards, professional standards of care, licensure requirements, and professional identity

How to Pass the EPPP Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: ASPPB recommended scaled score of 500 for independent practice
Exam length: 225 questions
Time limit: 4 hours 15 minutes
Exam fee: $600 Part 1 + $450 Part 2 + $91.88 test-site fee per part

Keys to Passing

Complete 500+ practice questions
Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
Focus on highest-weighted sections
Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

EPPP Study Tips from Top Performers

1Prioritize the highest-weighted domains: Assessment/Diagnosis (16%), Ethics/Legal (16%), and Treatment/Intervention (15%) represent nearly half the exam

2Study the APA Ethics Code thoroughly — many exam questions test application of ethical principles to complex scenarios

3Focus on differential diagnosis skills — the exam tests your ability to distinguish between similar conditions

4Review psychometric principles including reliability, validity, and standard error of measurement

5Practice with timed question sets — 225 questions in 255 minutes means about 68 seconds per question

6Study pharmacology basics including mechanisms of action, side effects, and drug interactions for common psychiatric medications

7Understand evidence-based treatment modalities and when to apply each approach

Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are on the EPPP?

The 2026 EPPP has two parts. Part 1-Knowledge contains 225 items: 175 scored and 50 pretest items, with 4 hours 15 minutes for exam items. Part 2-Skills contains 170 items: 130 scored and 40 pretest items, with 4 hours 10 minutes for exam items. Pretest items are not scored and are used for future exam development.

What is the passing score for the EPPP?

ASPPB uses a 200-800 scaled score and recommends 500 as the minimum standard for independent practice and 450 for supervised practice. Each licensing authority sets its own standard, but the 2026 handbook states that all licensing authorities currently accept the ASPPB recommended independent-practice score for EPPP Part 1-Knowledge.

What are the main content areas of the EPPP?

The EPPP covers 8 domains: Biological Bases of Behavior (10%), Cognitive-Affective Bases (13%), Social and Cultural Bases (11%), Growth and Lifespan Development (12%), Assessment and Diagnosis (16%), Treatment/Intervention/Prevention/Supervision (15%), Research Methods and Statistics (7%), and Ethical/Legal/Professional Issues (16%).

How is the EPPP administered?

The EPPP is administered via computer at Pearson VUE testing centers. You can register through the ASPPB website, and after receiving authorization, schedule your exam at a convenient Pearson VUE location.

What is the best way to study for the EPPP?

Focus on the highest-weighted domains first: Assessment/Diagnosis (16%), Ethics/Legal (16%), and Treatment/Intervention (15%). Use a combination of content review (textbooks, study guides), practice questions, and full-length practice exams. Most candidates study for 3-6 months before attempting the exam.

How much does the EPPP cost?

ASPPB's January 2026 handbook lists a $600 EPPP Part 1-Knowledge application fee, a $450 EPPP Part 2-Skills application fee, and a $91.88 test-site appointment fee for each part. Licensing-board application fees, rescheduling fees, cancellations, and score-transfer fees are separate.

What happens if I fail the EPPP?

If your score does not meet your licensing authority's requirement, you must seek approval from that authority to retake the failed part. Licensing authorities vary in waiting periods and remediation rules, but ASPPB states that candidates may not take either EPPP part more than four times in any 12-month period.

Is the EPPP the only requirement for psychology licensure?

No. Licensing boards control licensure requirements. In addition to the EPPP requirements set by the intended jurisdiction, candidates commonly need approved doctoral education, supervised experience, jurisprudence or law/ethics requirements, background or application review, and any additional board-specific documentation.