Illinois § 4.5
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 4.5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4.5.
Endorsement. (a) Individuals who are already licensed as medical or prescribing psychologists in another state may apply for an Illinois prescribing psychologist license by endorsement from that state, or acceptance of that state's examination if they meet the requirements set forth in this Act and its rules, including proof of successful completion of the educational, testing, and experience standards. Applicants from other states may not be required to pass the examination required for licensure as a prescribing psychologist in Illinois if they meet requirements set forth in this Act and its rules, such as proof of education, testing, payment of any fees, and experience. (b) Individuals who graduated from the Department of Defense Psychopharmacology Demonstration Project may apply for an Illinois prescribing psychologist license by endorsement. Applicants from the Department of Defense Psychopharmacology Demonstration Project may not be required to pass the examination required for licensure as a prescribing psychologist in Illinois if they meet requirements set forth in this Act and its rules, such as proof of education, testing, payment of any fees, and experience. (c) Individuals applying for a prescribing psychologist license by endorsement shall be required to first obtain a clinical psychologist license under this Act. (Source: P.A. 98-668, eff. 6-25-14.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 4.5
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 4.5 cover?
Section 4.5 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Illinois § 4.5?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 4.5" (Illinois). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 4.5 apply to my situation?
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