School psychology

College of Education and Human Development
Educational Psychology

Fall 2009: EPSY 8811—Assessment in School Psychology I: Foundations of Academic Assessment

Theories and models of psychoeducational assessment of children and adolescents within home, school, and community. Conceptual and empirical foundations of eco-behavioral assessment that lead to efficient but comprehensive assessment of children presented from problem-solving perspective.

Fall 2009: EPSY 8813—Assessment Practicum in School Psychology

Students administer, score, and interpret standardized tests of intellectual, adaptive, and social-emotional assessment, and assess educational progress using both formal and informal instructional assessment strategies. All measures complement other facets of assessment presented in 8811 and 8812.

Fall 2009: EPSY 8816—Individual Intervention and Consultation

In-depth study and analysis of instructional interventions and procedures necessary to work with school personnel in developing schoolwide, classroom, and individual instructional interventions. Practice in developing and applying interventions with individual students.

Fall 2009: EPSY 8818—Intervention Practicum in School Psychology

Students design, implement, and evaluate interventions for individuals or groups of children and for system-level concerns under supervision of practicing school psychologists. Students observe school psychologists collaborate with educators and parents in intervention-related activities.

Fall 2009: EPSY 8821—Issues in School Psychology

Introduction to school psychology as a professional field of specialization. Students learn about how school systems work and common roles and functions of school psychologists. Ethical and professional standards and future employment options.

Fall 2009: EPSY 8831—Practicum: School Psychological Services

Field placements in schools. Experiences may include consultation, assessment, direct service to individuals or groups, and report writing. Supervised on-site as well as by University through required participation in seminar.

Fall 2009: EPSY 8832—Clinical/Community Practice in School Psychology

Supervised experience in assessment and intervention planning of children referred to psychoeducational settings; training in broad range of approaches to problems of adjustment in school-age children and their families, schools, and community settings.

Fall 2009: EPSY 8841—Practicum: Instruction and Supervision in School Psychology

Review of best practice literature and strategies for evaluating supervision skills. Students give lectures to and supervise school psychology students in order to learn firsthand the issues related to providing supervision and to understand responsibilities related to academic careers.

Fall 2009: EPSY 8842—Internship: School Psychological Services

Advanced field placement. Full-time supervised experience for one year or part-time for no more than two years.

Fall 2009: EPSY 8888—Thesis Credit: Doctoral

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