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A Career in School Psychology. School Psychologists. Understand how schools work and how children learn Provide easily accessible, cost-effective mental health services to children Promote positive mental health and a safe and effective learning environment. Who are we?. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Definition of School Psychology
School Psychologists link mental health to learning and behavior to promote:
– High academic achievement
– Positive social skills and behavior
– Healthy relationships and connectedness
– Tolerance and respect for others
– Competence, self-esteem, and resiliency
Activities in which School Psychology Professionals Engage
Goals of School Psychologists
• Understand how schools work and how children learn
• Provide easily accessible, cost-effective mental health services to children
• Promote positive mental health and a safe and effective learning environment
Job Tasks include:
• Consultation
• Assessment
• Intervention
• Prevention
• Education
• Research & Planning
Organizations or Businesses that Employ School Psychology
Professionals
• Public school settings
• Private practice
• Private schools
• Colleges or Universities
• Hospitals
• Clinics
• Institutional/ residential settings
Graduate Training Needed to become a School Psychology Professional
• Ed.S. degree - minimally, need 2 yrs of coursework plus a 3rd year of internship.
• Ph.D. degree – minimally, need 3-4 yrs of coursework, 1 year of dissertation, plus a year-long internship.
• Psy.D. degree – minimally, need 3-4 years of coursework, a research project, plus a year-long internship.
• Some states require postdoc internship.
Certifications or Additional Training Needed to become a School Psychology Professional
Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP)– Graduate from NASP-approved (or equivalent) program– Successfully complete the Praxis for School Psychology
Florida Certified School Psychologist– Masters (+ additional coursework) OR– Ed.S. (with required coursework OR– NCSP
Florida Licensed School Psychologist– PRAXIS– 3 years experience as a school psychologist (with
stipulations)Florida Licensed Psychologist
– Doctorate from APA-approved (or equivalent) program– EPPP– Postdoctoral internship (APA approved or equivalent)
Employment Opportunities for School Psychology Professionals
• Bureau of Labor Statistics:– Psychologists jobs up 12% from 2012 to 2022.
– Ones with the best prospects are specialist or doctoral degree in school psychology.
• Curtis, Grier, & Hunley (2004) Predictions:– 2003-2010: 4 out of 10 school psychs retire
– 2003-2010: 1 out of 2 school psychs retire
• American Employment in Education– Ranks school psychology as “considerable” and “some”
shortage for last 10 years.
Salaries School Psychology Professionals Earn
• Ed.S. in the schools (60.5% of contracts are for 170-199 days; 38.1% of contracts for 200 days or more)
– 180 day contract $64,188
– 200 day contract $71,320
– 220 day contract $75,452
– Administration $93,258
Salaries School Psychology Professionals Earn
• School Psychology Doctoral Degree(depends on years in service)
• Across all settings: $75,000 - $93,600• In the schools average $78,000
• Counseling Doctoral Degree(depends on years in service)
• Across non-school settings $56,600-$85,600
• Clinical Doctoral Degree(depends on years in service)
• Across non-school settings $58,952-$97,521
Flexibility in Working Conditions for School Psychology Professionals
Ed.S. = 2 years coursework (average); 1 year of internshipPh.D. / Psy.D. = 3-4 years coursework (average); 1 year of internship
Flexibility in Working Conditions for School Psychology Professionals
Depending on their degree and license / certificate level, school psychologists can work in almost any setting.
In schools, they can work full-time or part-time depending on the needs of the districts.
Some smaller districts contract their school psychologists, so the individuals can make their own schedule.
In private practice settings, they can make their own schedule.
In general, you dress nicer than the teacher, but not as nice as the secretary.
Skills & Experiences Undergrads Should Acquire if Interested in School
PsychologyUndergraduate Degrees• Usually From:
– Psychology– Education
• Also From:– Sociology– Anthropology– Liberal Arts– STEM
Characteristics• Interested in children and
families.• Understanding of working
with diverse populations.• Demonstration of working
with children.• Advocacy• Clear and accurate
communication skills.
Skills & Experiences Undergrads Should Acquire if Interested in School
PsychologyFSU MS / EdS• Earned Bachelor's degree• Minimum GPA of 3.2• GRE:
– 142-162 Verbal– 139-160 Quantitative– 3.9 Writing
• Statement of Purpose• Letters of recommendation• Resume / CV• TOEFL (if applicable) of 550
FSU Combined Ph.D.• Earned Bachelor's degree with
specific coursework.• GPA of 3.7 (general not cut-off)• GRE: (general not cut-off)
– 153 Verbal– 149 Quantitative
• Statement of Purpose– Fit– Maturity
• Letters of recommendation• Resume / CV
– Relative Experiences• TOEFL (if applicable) of 600
Most Rewarding Aspect of being a School Psychology Professional
Practical Benefits• Job Flexibility• Work Environment• Compensation• Short Work Year (190
days)• Opportunities for
Advancement• Low Burn-Out• Low Unemployment
Intangible Benefits• Independence• Changing Children’s Lives• Meaningful Work• Collaborative Effort• Open-minded Colleagues• Data-Based Decisions• Clear Goals and Aspirations• Respect from Others
Biggest Drawback of being a School Psychology Professional
Practical• Intensive Training• Expertise Takes Time• Seniority Matters• Navigating Systems
Intangible• Unknown Profession• Some Isolation• Client Attachment• Must be Strong Advocate
Additional Information about being a School Psychology Professional
• Nova Southeastern University (Ft. Lauderdale) – Ed.S. (NASP), Doctoral (not-APA)
• University of Central Florida (Orlando) – Ed.S. (NASP)
• University of Florida (Gainesville) – Ed.S. (NASP)– Doctoral (APA)
• University of South Florida (Tampa)– Ed.S. (NASP)– Doctoral (APA)
• Argosy University (Sarasota): – Ed.S.
• Barry University (Miami) – Ed.S. (NASP)
• Florida A&M University (Tallahassee) – Ed.S. (No longer accepting)
• Florida International University (Miami) – Ed.S.
• Florida State University (Tallahassee) – Ed.S. (NASP); Ph.D. (APA)
Website Recommendations for students interested in School
Psychology
• National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) www.nasponline.org
• NASP List of School Psychology Programs
http://www.nasponline.org/graduate-education/grad-edu.aspx
• Florida Association of School Psychologists (FASP) www.fasp.org