| Aspect | Internship Unlicensed Clinical Psychologist | Licensed Clinical Psychologist |
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| Credentials | Graduate student in psychology, no license | Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) and licensure |
| Work Environment | Internship sites, supervised settings | Independent practice, clinics, hospitals |
| Job Responsibilities | Assisting with assessments and therapy under supervision | Conducting assessments, therapy, and treatment planning independently |
The main difference is that an Internship Unlicensed Clinical Psychologist is a graduate student gaining supervised experience, while a Licensed Clinical Psychologist has completed all education and licensing requirements to practice independently.