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10. To develop the ability of candidates to function as examiners
who can evaluate psychological, educational, and social-
emotional-behavioral functioning of individuals and groups.
11. To develop the ability of candidates to engage in crisis
intervention using a best practice model.
12. To enhance the ability of candidates to think critically,
analyze and solve problems, and apply acquired knowledge.
13. To encourage candidates to engage in ongoing professional
development, lifelong learning, and keep abreast of
technology relevant to their profession.

Core Courses *

The course sequence is designed so that each candidate will be a
member of a continuing cohort in the program.

First Year-Fall
SPSY 501 Introduction to School Psychology
SPSY 507 School Assessment I
SPSY 509 Research Methods and Statistics

First Year-Spring
SPSY 503 School-Based Consultation
SPSY 505 Counseling Children in a School Setting
SPSY 510 Psychology of the Exceptional Children
SPSY 610 School Assessment II

First Year-Summer
SPSY 601 Human Learning

Second Year-Fall
SPSY 504 Psychopathology of Childhood
SPSY 607 Practicum I
SPSY 702 Seminar in Ethics and Professional Issues

Second Year-Spring
SPSY 608 Practicum II
SPSY 701 Psychological and Educational Interventions
SPSY 703 Cultural Proficiency in School Psychology

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