Jan-2000Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
MDiv
Study Level
PHD
The PhD program consists of a minimum of 132-138 hours of graduate credit, 48 of which must be completed at Ball State University. The candidate must complete a major in school psychology of at least 40 hours and either a single cognate of 24 hours or two cognates of 15 hours each. As required by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Psychological Association, all students must complete a professional psychology core including courses in the biological aspects of behavior, the cognitive and affective aspects of behavior, and the social aspects of behavior. Course work in individual differences, human development, dysfunctional behavior or psychopathology, cultural and individual diversity, and professional standards and ethics also are required. Theories and methods of assessment and diagnosis, effective consultation and supervision, and evaluating the efficacy of interventions are required course work. In addition, candidates must complete course work in the history and systems of psychology, psychological measurement, research methodology, and techniques of data analysis. All candidates for the degree must submit a research project for presentation or publication in addition to the completion of a dissertation and a doctoral-level internship at sites approved by both the school psychology internship and program directors. Candidates are expected to meet the requirements for Indiana school psychologist licensure as outlined in the section Requirements for School Services Licenses. Students applying for the program should check with the program for any recent changes dictated by professional organizations or licensure requirements.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
MDiv
Study Level
PHD
The PhD program consists of a minimum of 132-138 hours of graduate credit, 48 of which must be completed at Ball State University. The candidate must complete a major in school psychology of at least 40 hours and either a single cognate of 24 hours or two cognates of 15 hours each. As required by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Psychological Association, all students must complete a professional psychology core including courses in the biological aspects of behavior, the cognitive and affective aspects of behavior, and the social aspects of behavior. Course work in individual differences, human development, dysfunctional behavior or psychopathology, cultural and individual diversity, and professional standards and ethics also are required. Theories and methods of assessment and diagnosis, effective consultation and supervision, and evaluating the efficacy of interventions are required course work. In addition, candidates must complete course work in the history and systems of psychology, psychological measurement, research methodology, and techniques of data analysis. All candidates for the degree must submit a research project for presentation or publication in addition to the completion of a dissertation and a doctoral-level internship at sites approved by both the school psychology internship and program directors. Candidates are expected to meet the requirements for Indiana school psychologist licensure as outlined in the section Requirements for School Services Licenses. Students applying for the program should check with the program for any recent changes dictated by professional organizations or licensure requirements.
Admission Requirements
79+
6.5+
Applicants must earn a master's degree from an accredited institution. Other English Language requirements: TOEFL - 550 paper-based and 213 Computer based is required.
Jan-2000
Tuition fees
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International
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