School Psychology Fact Sheet

School Psychology Certification Program

(Approved by the National Association of School Psychologists and the Pennsylvania Department of Education)

The School Psychology Program prepares its graduates for the professional practice of psychology in the schools by emphasizing a scientist-practitioner model of training. The mission of the program is to prepare school psychologists who are capable of providing high quality, ethical psychological services. The program provides solid foundation of instruction, research, and field experience, which reflects current, empirically supported methods in psychology and education. These experiences prepare graduates to provide assistance and expertise in the assessment and treatment of problems experienced by children, schools, and communities.

Respect for diversity among individuals, groups, and communities is emphasized throughout the curriculum. The goal of our program is to help each candidate to identify and apply his/her unique talents while utilizing problem-solving, data-based approaches that allow him/her to work with children and families having a broad range of needs. The focus of our program is on the application of empirically supported approaches to assist all children in achieving academic success, social competence, and emotional and physical health.

 

Admission Requirements and Procedures if you are an Edinboro graduate of the Educational Psychology Master's program:

• 1. Complete the Application for Admission to Post-Master's Certification form (available in the Office of Graduate Studies and Research or from student's advisor).

 

If you did not complete the Educational Psychology Master's program at Edinboro University of PA:

• 1. Completed graduate application
• 2. Application fee
• 3. Scores averaging the 30^th percentile or above for the verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing sections of the GRE are preferred.
• 4. Official transcript reflecting a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution
• 5. Official transcript reflecting a master's degree from an accredited institution
• 6. Minimum 3.5 Overall QPA for master's degree
• 7. Three letters of reference using School Psychology Recommendation Form available on FORMS page of Office of Graduate Studies and Research homepage or section XV of the school psychology handbook. Applications without this Recommendation Form will not be processed.
• a. Be sure to note whether or not you waive your right to review the recommendation.
• b. Find recommenders who know you well.
• c. Obtain a recommendation from a supervisor.
• 8. Professional resume
• 9. Submit a one - two page essay answering the following questions:
• a. What attracted you to the field of educational/school psychology?
• b. What attributes do you possess that will enable you to succeed as a graduate student and ultimately as a practitioner?
• c. What are your professional goals?
• 10. Passing scores for the Praxis I reading, math, and writing exams.

 

The academic program will contact you for the purpose of scheduling a personal interview.

All applicants must meet the competencies required of individuals who have completed the master of education degree in educational psychology at Edinboro University.  Competencies, which have not been satisfactorily met, will be listed as deficiencies, which the individual will be required to complete in addition to meeting the competencies for the school psychology program.

 

 

Certification in School Psychology Curriculum           minimum 75 credits

 

APSY615         Introduction to School Psychology                                          3 credits

APSY625         Collaborative Consultation in Educational Settings            3 credits

APSY720         Learning Theories                                                                     3 credits

APSY721         Cultural, Social, and Biological Bases of Personality         3 credits

APSY722         Individual Psychological Assessment I                                 3 credits

APSY723         Individual Psychological Assessment II                                3 credits

APSY724         Psychoeducational Assessment of Behavioral and           3 credits

                          Developmental Disabilities

APSY725         Clinical Practicum in School Psychology                              3 credits

APSY727         Psychoeducational Counseling and Interviewing              3 credits

APSY735         Advanced Clinical Practicum in School Psychology          3 credits

APSY789         Research II: Seminar in Educational and                            3 credits

                          Psychological Research            

APSY796         Crisis Management and Violence Prevention                   3 credits

APSY790         Seminar in School Psychology                                            3 credits

APSY795         Internship in School Psychology                                       18 credits

COUN740        Individual Development through Adolescence                3 credits

EDUC781         Statistics in Education                                                         3 credits

EDUC788         Research in Education                                                       3 credits

SPED710          Seminar in Special Education and Exceptionalities     3 credits

SPED730          Analysis of Special Education Curriculum                      3 credits

SPED780          Learning Disabilities                                                           3 credits

 

Required courses for the master's degree in educational psychology

Elective courses for the master's degree in educational psychology

 

Note: All students completing the school psychology program must successfully complete the PRAXIS II exam (School Psychologist) before state and national certification may be awarded. 

Also, only international students with immigrant status, who submit a form of intent to become a citizen, are eligible to apply for Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) certification.

 

 

Financial Assistance:

 

Graduate Assistantships for full-time study are available to qualified applicants on a competitive basis. They provide a waiver of tuition and a stipend, as well as an opportunity to gain experience in research and professional activities. Additional information about the Assistantship program is available through the Office of Graduate Studies and Research, (814) 732-2856 or toll-free (888) 845-2890.

 

Additional information about other forms of financial aid is available through the Office of Financial Aid,

(814) 732-2821 or toll-free (888) 611-2680.

 

Updated: 3/08