Master of Science in School Psychology
Jan-2000Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Study Level
Masters
School psychologists are highly trained in both psychology and education with specialized preparation in mental health, child development, school organization, learning theory and behavioral science. School psychologists help youth succeed academically, socially and emotionally through a range of direct services to children and their families, and through collaboration with educators, parents and other professionals. Training emphasizes skills in consultation, psycho educational assessment, intervention, prevention and individual and group counseling. Degree candidates must complete a minimum of a 63 credit-hour program that includes a yearlong internship. School psychologists must be certified and/or licensed by the state in which they work. They also may be nationally certified by the National School Psychology Certification Board (NSPCB). The majority of school psychologists work in schools. However, they can practice in a variety of settings including: Public and private school systems School-based health centers Clinics and hospitals Private practice Universities Upon completion of the program candidates demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and dispositions in the following NASP-recognized areas: Data-Based Decision-Making and Accountability Consultation and Collaboration Effective Instruction and Development of Cognitive/Academic Skills Socialization and Development of Life Skills Student Diversity in Development and Learning School and Systems Organization, Policy Development and Climate Prevention, Crisis intervention and Mental Health Home/School/Community Collaboration Research and Program Evaluation School Psychology Practice and Development Information Technology
Programme overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Study Level
Masters
School psychologists are highly trained in both psychology and education with specialized preparation in mental health, child development, school organization, learning theory and behavioral science. School psychologists help youth succeed academically, socially and emotionally through a range of direct services to children and their families, and through collaboration with educators, parents and other professionals. Training emphasizes skills in consultation, psycho educational assessment, intervention, prevention and individual and group counseling. Degree candidates must complete a minimum of a 63 credit-hour program that includes a yearlong internship. School psychologists must be certified and/or licensed by the state in which they work. They also may be nationally certified by the National School Psychology Certification Board (NSPCB). The majority of school psychologists work in schools. However, they can practice in a variety of settings including: Public and private school systems School-based health centers Clinics and hospitals Private practice Universities Upon completion of the program candidates demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and dispositions in the following NASP-recognized areas: Data-Based Decision-Making and Accountability Consultation and Collaboration Effective Instruction and Development of Cognitive/Academic Skills Socialization and Development of Life Skills Student Diversity in Development and Learning School and Systems Organization, Policy Development and Climate Prevention, Crisis intervention and Mental Health Home/School/Community Collaboration Research and Program Evaluation School Psychology Practice and Development Information Technology
Admission Requirements
6+
If you have successfully completed a degree equivalent to the baccalaureate degree in the United States, you are considered a graduate applicant at NU. Other English Language requirements: A TOEFL score of at least 550 (paper exam) is required for admission. Students may take the TOEFL PBT (at least 550 score) until it is discontinued in their area and submit the scores for two years after the test date. If you attend high school where courses are taught in English, an SAT may be submitted in place of the TOEFL or IELTS.
Jan-2000
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