Texas MMPI-3 Evaluations & Signed DPS Form PSP-13 — Fully Remote
For Level III Commissioned Security Officers and Level IV Personal Protection Officers across Texas. Evaluation by a licensed psychologist, from your home.
The Texas Requirement, Explained
Under Texas Occupations Code § 1702.163 (as amended by HB 3424), applicants for a Level III security officer commission or a Level IV personal protection officer endorsement must complete a psychological evaluation using the MMPI-3, administered by a licensed psychologist.
The evaluation results in DPS Form PSP-13 — the Declaration of Psychological and Emotional Health— signed by the psychologist and submitted with your application to the Texas Department of Public Safety's Private Security Program.
Safeguard Testing Services administers the MMPI-3 remotely through Pearson's secure Q-global platform and issues the signed PSP-13 for qualifying candidates. There is no office visit — the entire process is telehealth.
Honest evaluations — what if I'm not cleared?
A psychological evaluation is a professional determination, not a purchased outcome. If the psychologist cannot sign the PSP-13 based on your results, you'll receive an honest explanation and guidance on options — which may include a more comprehensive evaluation or re-evaluation after addressing specific concerns.
Texas Evaluation Packages
Basic Evaluation
For Texas candidates
$250
- Brief Life History
- MMPI-3 Assessment
- PSP-13 or NM Determination
- Brief Written Report
No appointment needed — fully remote, review happens behind the scenes.
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Comprehensive Evaluation
For Texas candidates
$450
- Comprehensive Life History
- MMPI-3 Assessment
- Telehealth Clinical Interview
- Mental Status Exam
- Depression, Anxiety & Substance Abuse Screening
- PSP-13 or NM Firearm Certification
- Detailed Clinical Report
Includes a telehealth video interview with the psychologist.
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Your privacy is protected.
Your evaluation is a confidential psychological record held by a licensed psychologist. Employers and licensing agencies receive only the signed state documentation — never your test answers. An evaluation can result in a favorable or non-favorable determination; we provide honest professional evaluations, not guaranteed outcomes.
Texas FAQ
How do I fulfill the Texas DPS psychological requirement for Level III or Level IV security officers?
Under Texas Occupations Code § 1702.163, Level III Commissioned Security Officers and Level IV Personal Protection Officers must complete an MMPI-3 evaluation administered by a licensed psychologist, resulting in a signed Declaration of Psychological and Emotional Health (DPS Form PSP-13). Safeguard Testing Services administers the MMPI-3 remotely and issues the signed PSP-13 for qualifying candidates.
What is DPS Form PSP-13?
Form PSP-13 is the Texas Department of Public Safety's Declaration of Psychological and Emotional Health. It must be signed by a licensed psychologist who has evaluated the applicant, and it is submitted as part of the Level III commission or Level IV endorsement application.
How much does the Texas evaluation cost?
The Basic Evaluation is $250 and includes the MMPI-3 and your signed PSP-13. The Comprehensive Evaluation is $450 and adds a telehealth clinical interview, mental status exam, and additional screenings with a detailed clinical report — often preferred by agencies that want fuller documentation.
How long does the process take?
Your secure MMPI-3 testing link is typically emailed within a few hours of payment, any day of the week. The MMPI-3 itself takes most candidates 35 to 50 minutes. Your signed PSP-13 is delivered after the psychologist completes the review of your results.
Do I have to visit an office anywhere in Texas?
No. The entire process is remote: the MMPI-3 is taken online through Pearson's secure Q-global platform, and the Comprehensive Evaluation's clinical interview is conducted by telehealth video.
What computer setup do I need for the MMPI-3?
A desktop or laptop with a stable internet connection in a quiet, private setting. Pearson's Q-global platform runs in a standard web browser; phones are not recommended for the assessment.
Is my Texas evaluation confidential?
Yes. Your responses and results are confidential psychological records held by the licensed psychologist. DPS receives the signed PSP-13 declaration — not your test answers or clinical details.
What happens if the psychologist can't sign my PSP-13?
If the evaluation does not support a declaration of psychological and emotional health, the psychologist will explain the finding honestly and discuss options, which may include a more comprehensive evaluation or re-evaluation after addressing specific concerns. We never guarantee a particular outcome — no legitimate provider can.