Thomas Harriot College of Arts and Sciences
School Psychology (SSP)
Program Purpose
The SSP in School Psychology degree prepares students for entry level practice as a school psychologist by providing theoretical background in educational foundations, advanced coursework in diagnosis, assessment, and intervention, and supervised field-based practicum and internship experiences. The goal of the overarching School Psychology (MA, SSP) program is to prepare highly qualified, entry-level school psychologists to work with children, families, and other professionals in public schools settings.
The school psychologist draws on multifaceted skills from both psychology and education for the purpose of promoting healthy academic, cognitive, social and emotional development and is expected to have appreciation for human diversity and respect for each person with whom the psychologist will come into contact.
Learning Outcomes
Consultation and Collaboration
Students will demonstrate knowledge of varied models and strategies of consultation, collaboration, and communication applicable to individual families, groups, and systems.
Data-based Decision Making and Accountability
Demonstrate skills in data-based decision-making, implementation, and evaluation of interventions that support academic, socialization, and mental health via a comprehensive intervention case study.
Interventions and Mental Health Services to Develop Social and Life Skills
Students will demonstrate knowledge of school prevention and intervention relevant to school psychological practice.
Legal, Ethical, and Professional Practice
Students will demonstrate knowledge of legal, ethical, and professional practice in school psychology.
School-Wide Practices
Students will develop and implement practices and strategies to create and maintain effective and supportive learning environments for children.