Educational Specialist in School Psychology

In the School Psychology program, you'll work directly with children to assess, evaluate and support their individual learning needs with prevention and intervention strategies. School psychologists partner with family members, teachers and other professionals to address emotional, social, behavioral and academic issues.The program emphasizes five core areas:Dynamic assessmentConsultation and response to interventionCounselingLow- and high-incidence disabilitiesRole and function of the school psychologistYour courses will provide you with mastery of skills, values, methods of inquiry and applied clinical experiences. This program is designed with a unique emphasis in low-incidence disabilities. You'll study the current advances in the field of school psychology and education with the most current technology in the field.

A bachelor's degree from a college or university certified by a regional accrediting agency approved by the U.S. Department of Education. A bachelor's degree from non-regionally accredited institutions may be considered acceptable for admission. These are reviewed by the Admission and Appeals Committee.Cumulative grade-point average in undergraduate work of at least 2.7 on a 4.0 scale (Some programs require higher GPAs.)Official (or certified copies) of transcripts or mark sheets.