School Psychology Ed.S.
The Specialist program is designed for those students who wish to become school psychologist practitioners. Training is primarily oriented toward the acquisition of those skills necessary for effective functioning in the educational environment as a school psychologist. The program is based on the student entering with a bachelor's degree. A student with a master's degree in an area of professional psychology should meet with his or her advisor to develop a specific plan of study. A course in abnormal psychology is prerequisite to the program and must be completed prior to or during the first year of study.
This program is accredited by the National Association of School Psychologists and leads to licensure as a School Psychologist through the Colorado Department of Education.
School Psychology Ed.S.: Applied Behavior Analysis Emphasis
The Ed.S. in school psychology with an applied behavior analysis emphasis combines the NASP-approved Ed.S. program in school psychology (see Ed.S. School Psychology) with additional required coursework in applied behavior analysis (ABA). Students completing the Ed.S. in School Psychology: Applied Behavior Analysis emphasis will be eligible for licensure as a school psychologist, and will have met the coursework requirements need to sit for the exam to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The course sequence is approved by the Behavior Analytic Certification Board (BACB©).
For degree and program requirements, see:
School Psychology Ed.S.