School Psychology - Emporia State University

School Psychology from Emporia State University is a Campus Master Educational Psychology degree that prepares you for a Psychology career. Purpose The program of study is designed for students who wish to work toward a Master's and/or Education Specialist degree with the goal of becoming certified as a school psychologist. This program is designed to meet the NASP-NCATE standards for training programs in school psychology and the Kansas State Board of Education. Emporia State University's School Psychology Program is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists, and completion of our program makes a candidate eligible for licensure within both the state of Kansas as well as for the NCSP. School Psychology Program Overview As the first school psychology program offered in the state, the Emporia State University (ESU) school psychology program has a long-standing history of respect by the educators of Kansas. Beginning in 1952, our candidates began collaboration with Kansas schools , and to this day there are ESU-trained school psychologists on staff in virtually all districts and special educational cooperatives in Kansas. At ESU, candidates first learn to be members of multidisciplinary teams by attending classes with other graduate majors in special education. The initial training occurs in association with members of disciplines including early childhood, gifted education, and adaptive education, as candidates understand characteristics and methods courses related to preschool and school-aged children with developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, mental retardation, autism, serious emotional disturbance, and more. In other coursework, candidates interact with educators from the fields of special education administration, clinical psychology, art therapy, gifted/talented education, and counselor education. These classroom experiences enhance candidate's understanding of the cross-disciplinary nature of the school psychology profession, enhancing their consultation and collaboration skills as needed to successfully complete field training during practicum and internship. The school psychology program progresses from the master's program (M.S.), with its concentrated emphasis on theory and research, to the Education Specialist (Ed.S.), with its increased focus on greater skill application and the practicum field experience. Upon completion of the Ed.S. degree, the candidate obtains a provisional license which allows them to begin a year-long paid internship, completion of which marks School Psychology Program completion. With this and achievement of a passing score (660) on the National School Psychology Examination, candidates are eligible to obtain a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) credential. Program Goals The Emporia State University School Psychology Program seeks to develop scientist-practitioners capable of delivering comprehensive and effective school psychological services in varied school contexts. Candidates will promote the cognitive, behavioral, and social development of children, youth and families of diverse characteristics, by being prepared to: Make empirically-based decisions and use research-based practices. Demonstrate assessment practices which contribute to an understanding of student needs, by being valid, reliable, comprehensive, multidisciplinary, and appropriate for culturally and linguistically diverse populations. Link assessment to all other roles of the school psychologist, including intervention, and treatment efficacy. Recognize the uniqueness of all students, and create goals developmentally appropriate to their individual characteristics across all relevant domains. Implement and evaluate theoretically and empirically sound educational and mental health prevention and intervention programs for school personnel, families and children. Work collaboratively with others in problem-solving situation, utilizing eclectic consultation models with school personnel, parents, community and state agencies to systemically address needs. Recognize schools as systems, and help structure comprehensive services which acknowledge factors such as school climate, family involvement, special and general education resources, and community influences which contribute to effective learning. Support their profession, pursuing ongoing professional development to promote collegiality as well as to assure they practice according to professional, ethical and legal standards. View more details on Emporia State University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Educational Psychology courses.