School Psychology
The Graduate Program in School Psychology is cast in the scientist–practitioner model, which seeks to integrate theoretical knowledge and applied skills in all coursework as well as practica and internship in order to promote educationally and psychologically healthy environments for all children and youth. The goal is to prepare school psychologists with high levels of ethical and professional competencies through the provision of sound educational and psychological services in schools and other educational settings.
We are committed to training school psychologists who embrace principles of fairness, equity, and social justice in their personal and professional lives and who will provide exemplary, culturally responsive services to the diverse constituencies we are privileged to serve.
The program is a 61-credit, specialist-level course of study that provides the skills necessary for the professional preparation of school psychologists. It meets the academic and internship requirements for New York State Certification in School Psychology, and is approved as a training institution in school psychology by both the New York State Department of Education and the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). The program leads to a Provisional Certificate in School Psychology and a Master of Science in Education degree. It can be completed in three years of full-time study, including a one-year internship, or in four years on a part-time basis, with three years of part-time study and a final year of full-time internship. Candidates also may choose to enroll in either a Bilingual or Multicultural specialization.
Detailed information about admissions requirements, program content and sequence are provided in the School Psychology Program Handbook.
Admission
Openings are competitively filled; admission cannot be guaranteed to all who meet the stated requirements. Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (or the foreign equivalent) and an undergraduate average of B in study relevant to education and psychology.
Applications, which are accepted up to March 1, for September admission, are accepted online only. Further admissions information, including prerequisites, can be obtained from the Office of Graduate Admissions.
Bilingual Specialization in School Psychology
Multicultural Specialization in School Psychology
Candidates who are not bilingual and who have an interest in acquiring additional knowledge and skills in working with culturally and linguistically diverse students complete the Specialization in Multicultural School Psychology. The Multicultural Specialization requires 67 credits, the 61-credit school psychology sequence (which integrates bilingual, multicultural and social justice issues within the general curriculum plus two additional courses (3 credits each) focusing on multicultural issues. Candidates are placed in multicultural internship sites with supervisors who have expertise with culturally and linguistically diverse populations (the internship experience is 3 credits each semester for a total of 6 credits).
Certification Information
Candidates who graduate from the MSED program and have completed the required workshops will receive College Recommendation for New York State certification (provisional & permanent) in School Psychology.
Students who also complete the Bilingual specialization will receive College Recommendation for the Bilingual Education PPS Extension.
Required Workshops
- Child Abuse Identification & Reporting (New Program)
- School Violence Prevention & Intervention (SAVE)
- DASA Training (Dignity for All Students Act)
Certification Exams
Bilingual Specialization in School Psychology
Certification Application Information
MSED in School Psychology
- Area of Interest: Administration and Pupil Personnel Services
- Subject Area: Psychology
- Grade Level: Pre K-12 – All Grades
- Title: School Psychologist
- Type of Certificate: Provisional / Permanent
- Program Code: 02711
- Pathway: Approved Teacher Preparation Program
Bilingual Specialization in School Psychology
- Area of Interest: Other Extensions
- Subject Area: Bilingual Education
- Grade Level: Pre K-12 – All Grades
- Title: Bilingual Education (PPS/Admin)
- Type of Certificate: Provisional Extension / Permanent Extension
- Program Code: 02711
- Pathway: Approved Teacher Preparation Program
For more information please contact the QC Teacher Certification Office.
Virtual Information Sessions
Fall 2024
We are hosting virtual information sessions to provide an overview of the School Psychology program, including curriculum, practicum and internship experiences, career potential, and application process.
Program Coordinator
Marian C. Fish
Powdermaker Hall 033G
718-997-5230
Marian.Fish@qc.cuny.edu
Faculty
Administrative Staff
Ashley Campoverde
Powdermaker Hall 033
718-997-5230
schoolpsych@qc.cuny.edu
Victoria Dell’era