School Psychology - Minnesota State University Moorhead

School Psychology from Minnesota State University Moorhead is a Campus Master Educational Psychology degree that prepares you for a Psychology career. Program Description School psychologists provide a variety of psychological services primarily in public school settings. Through their skills in consultation, assessment, intervention and program evaluation, school psychologists work closely with teachers, administrators, parents, and community agencies to identify and treat students\\\' problems. Specialist degree level school psychologists are in demand regionally and nationally. Our program is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), NCATE, and the Minnesota Board of Teaching. Graduates meet the requirements for certification as school psychologists in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and most other states. The School Psychology program requires 65 semester credits taken over three years. The program consists of two years of full-time on-campus course work and a one-year internship. A non-terminal, thesis-based Master\\\'s degree is awarded after the first 30 semester credits with the terminal Specialist degree awarded after the remaining 35 credits. It is expected that students will earn both the Master\\\'s and the Specialist degrees. Continuous registration from enrollment to completion of Specialist degree (excluding summers) in coursework at MSUM or PSY 698/798: Continuing Registration is required. Students are admitted only on a full-time basis with attendance beginning in the fall semester. Admission is limited and competitive. The application deadline is February 15 for both degree programs. Late applications will be considered if space is available. Student Learning Outcomes Students who complete the Master of Science and Specialist in School Psychology will show evidence of knowledge and skills in: Data-based decision-making and accountability Consultation and collaboration Effective instruction and development of cognitive 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 resources View more details on Minnesota State University Moorhead . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Educational Psychology courses.