Mtsu Psychology Masters Program

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MTSU's combined M.A and Ed.S. Program in School Psychology is field-based with a research-basedthesis required. The National Association of School Psychologists first approved theprogram in 1991, and graduates are eligible for national certification until the nextreview cycle in approximately 2020. The program also seeks to prepare Ed.S.-levelschool psychologists for licensure by the Tennessee Board of Education.

The schoolpsychologist must be prepared to understand and deal with the child's three majorsocial systems: society in general, the family situation, and the school system. MTSUuses a psychosocial model and promotes a multicultural perspective. Students alsoget training in assessment and intervention with school pupils who have dyslexia,through the Center for the Study and Treatment of Dyslexia and neighboring educationdistricts. Graduate and research assistantships are among financial aid possibilities.

Grads placed immediately after completing programMTSU school psychology Ed.S. Graduates in 2013 had 100 percent placement in WilliamsonCounty (four positions), Knoxville City, Dickson County, and suburban Seattle districts.The Vancouver, Wash., system hired California native Alexis Sales-Paragola duringher internship to cover for school psychologists on leave and then created a positionto keep her. 'When going to national conferences each year, I was able to keep intouch with people that went to other programs I had considered; each time I spokewith them I was reassured about my choice to attend MTSU,' Sales-Paragola says. Shegot lots of hands-on training even before entering her internship year, opening doorsnationally for intern options. 'Very quickly I was receiving compliments from manydifferent professionals I collaborated with that my training and readiness to handlethe job was leaps and bounds beyond most interns,' she says. School psychology alum take leadership rolesAlumni are active in statewide leadership with education departments and organizations.Theresa Nicholls and Nathan Travis are among those responsible for the rollout ofTennessee’s RTI2 (Response to Instruction and Intervention) initiative. Nicholls saidshe helped to develop the final manual and part of the implementation guide; hireand train 14 consultants who are giving technical assistance and training to localsystems and school psychologists; and plan statewide training and develop trainingmaterials.

Mark Sigler (1987), Lewis County Schools, was elected Tennessee representativeas a delegate and liaison to the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP),helping improve the mental health and education of children. He also serves as statecredentialing specialist and was the 2013 Stokes Award winner. Rita Phillips, whoworks for Cave City School District and NAESC, has served on the Arkansas School PsychologyAssociation board for 13 years and is currently legislative chair.

MTSU graduates are employed in education as either school psychologists or behavioral analysts. GraduateMTSU offers two related graduate programs in school psychology: a Master of Arts (M.A.)in Psychology with a Pre-Specialist in Education: School Psychology concentration,and a Specialist in Education (Ed.S.) in Curriculum and Instruction with a SchoolPsychology concentration.Students typically earn the M.A. Degree at the end of their second year of study andthe Ed.S.

At the end of their third year.Applicants for unconditional admission must have a bachelor's degree; undergraduateGPA of 3.00; and a GRE score of 291 (current scale) or 900 (former scale) on Verbaland Quantitative combined. Students are selected from a pool of qualified applicants,with the number of students admitted based on the availability of adequate facultysupervision.Acceptance admits students into the M.A. Portion of the school psychology program,and paperwork is required later in the program for admission into the Ed.S.

Program.School psychology students may add an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) specialization.An Ed.S. Is required to be eligible for state licensure or National Certificationas a School Psychologist (NCSP).Students with a master's degree already in psychology or counseling may apply forthe Ed.S. In order to re-specialize but will be required to complete deficiencies.The M.A. In Psychology is also available with concentrations in,. The department also offers a minor at the graduate level.For complete curriculum details, click on the REQUIREMENTS tab above.

UndergraduateThree undergraduate majors lead to a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in,. The department also offers an online psychology degree in conjunction with the UniversityCollege.Undergraduates can earn a minor in one of five psychology fields:,. The department participates in an. Psychology, Pre-Specialist in Education: School Psychology Concentration, M.A.James O. Rust, Coordinator(615) 898-2319The offers programs which lead to two graduate degrees: the Master of Arts with a major in Psychology and concentrations in Clinical, Experimental, Industrial/Organizational, Pre-Specialist in Education: School Psychology, and Quantitative Psychology and the Specialist in Education with a major in Curriculum and Instruction and concentration in School Psychology. The department also offers a minor at the graduate level.The School Psychology program includes two degrees.

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Program completion and endorsement for a State Department of Education license require successful completion of both degrees. Portion of the program comes first.

Is an advanced degree. It is only available to students who have master's degrees in School Psychology. Respecializing students from other master's programs in Psychology or Counseling may apply, but they will be required to complete deficiencies.The School Psychology program is field-based. As such, a student is required to be continuously enrolled in at least one field-based course every semester from the completion of until the completion of the program., and are field-based courses.

The policy excludes summer sessions.Tennessee teacher licensing in school psychology is obtained through MTSU's program. Licensing requires (1) completion of the Ed.S. With a concentration in School Psychology, (2) 1,200 hours of internship in school psychology, (3) acceptable scores on the School Psychology Praxis II Test, and (4) verification of readiness for independent practice by an internship supervisor. The School Psychology PRAXIS II test assesses the following areas: a) diagnosis and fact finding; b) prevention and intervention; c) applied psychological foundations; and d) ethics and legal considerations.Please see for information regarding undergraduate programs. Admission RequirementsAdmission to the Master of Arts in Psychology with Pre-Specialist in Education: School Psychology concentration requires. an earned bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.

Most applicants have completed 15 semester hours of psychology classes prior to admission to their graduate programs. Those applicants without 15 semester hours of undergraduate psychology may be admitted to the programs but must complete those credits in addition to their graduate programs.

an acceptable grade point average in all college work taken (at least 3.00). completion of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) with acceptable scores.NOTE: Students who do not meet admission requirements may be admitted conditionally to a specific concentration. Students admitted conditionally must maintain a 3.25 GPA in their first semester (9 hours minimum) of required graduate courses in their concentration areas.

Application ProceduresAll application materials are to be submitted to the College of Graduate Studies.Application Deadlines: Applications for Summer/Fall admission must be complete by March 1, and applications for Spring admission must be complete by October 1. Late applicants who meet the admission criteria may be considered on a case-by-case basis.Applicant must. submit application with the appropriate application fee (online at ). submit official scores on the GRE-a minimum of 291 on the combined Verbal and Quantitative sections is expected. submit official transcripts of all previous college work. submit the supplemental School Psychology program application.

submit three (3) reference forms (found ). It is recommended that at least two references should be completed by faculty who can attest to the applicant's academic abilities. submit a current curriculum vita that includes education and employment history, research involvement, volunteer activities, references, and awards/scholarships. submit a statement of purpose, including reasons for interest in the field of School Psychology and the program at MTSU, and a description of professional goals. (Typically two to three 2-3 pages in length).NOTE 1: Admission to graduate study is competitive and not automatic for students meeting minimal admission requirements.

Students are selected from a pool of qualified applicants. Each year the number of students admitted to the program depends on the availability of adequate faculty supervision.NOTE 2: Applicants to the School Psychology programs should contact the department for a special application and reference forms.NOTE 3: To be considered for a graduate assistantship, students must submit additional materials. Information about the application procedure is available at Degree RequirementsThe Master of Arts in Psychology with a concentration in Pre-Specialist in Education: School Psychology requires completion of a minimum of 38 semester hours.Candidate must. be able to meet the demands required for professional work in psychology. Therefore, students may be subject to dismissal from the Psychology Department if they (a) commit a serious breach of ethics or gross pro­fessional negligence or (b) present evidence of impaired psychological functioning that would present a danger to themselves or others in a professional role.

Students who are dismissed may reapply and will be considered for readmission on a competitive basis. Students who reapply may be asked to provide evidence of improved ability to meet performance requirements. Curriculum and Instruction, School Psychology Concentration, Ed.S.James O. Rust, Coordinator(615) 898-2319The offers programs which lead to two graduate degrees: the Master of Arts with a major in Psychology and concentrations in Clinical, Experimental, Industrial/Organizational, Pre-Specialist in Education: School Psychology, and Quantitative Psychology and the Specialist in Education with a major in Curriculum and Instruction and concentration in School Psychology.

The department also offers a minor at the graduate level.The School Psychology program includes two degrees. Program completion and endorsement for a State Department of Education license require successful completion of both degrees. Portion of the program comes first. Is an advanced degree. It is only available to students who have master's degrees in School Psychology.

Respecializing students from other master's programs in Psychology or Counseling may apply, but they will be required to complete deficiencies.The School Psychology program is field-based. As such, a student is required to be continuously enrolled in at least one field-based course every semester from the completion of until the completion of the program., and are field-based courses. The policy excludes summer sessions.Tennessee teacher licensing in school psychology is obtained through MTSU's program.

Licensing requires (1) completion of the Ed.S. With a concentration in School Psychology, (2) 1,200 hours of internship in school psychology, (3) acceptable scores on the school psychology Praxis II Test, and (4) verification of readiness for independent practice by an internship supervisor. The School Psychology PRAXIS II test assesses the following areas: a) diagnosis and fact finding; b) prevention and intervention; c) applied psychological foundations; and d) ethics and legal considerations.Please see for information regarding undergraduate programs.

Admission RequirementsAdmission to the Specialist in Education degree with a concentration in School Psychology usually requires. an earned master's degree in psychology, educational psychology, or school counseling from an accredited university or college. Normally, candidates should have completed all courses listed under the M.A. Program for the Pre-Specialist in Education: School Psychology concentration;. an acceptable grade point average in all college work taken;.

a minimum score of 291 on the combined verbal and quantitative measures of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).Application ProceduresAll application materials are to be submitted to the College of Graduate Studies.Application Deadlines: Applications for Summer/Fall admission must be complete by March 1, and applications for Spring admission must be complete by October 1. Late applicants who meet the admission criteria may be considered on a case-by-case basis.Applicant must.

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submit application with the appropriate application fee (online at );. submit official scores on the GRE-a minimum of 291 (current scale) or 900 (former scale) on the combined Verbal and Quantitative sections is expected;. submit official transcripts of all previous college work;. submit the supplemental School Psychology program application (found online at );. submit three (3) reference forms (found.

It is recommended that at least two references should be completed by faculty who can attest to the applicant's academic abilities;. submit a current curriculum vita that includes education and employment history, research involvement, volunteer activities, references, and awards/scholarships;.

submit a statement of purpose, including reasons for interest in the field of school psychology and the program at MTSU and a description of professional goals. (Typically two to three 2-3 pages in length.)NOTE 1: Admission to graduate study is competitive and not automatic for students meeting minimal admission requirements. Students are selected from a pool of qualified applicants. Each year the number of students admitted to the program depends on the availability of adequate faculty supervision.NOTE 2: To be considered for a graduate assistantship students must submit additional materials. Information about the application procedure is available at Degree RequirementsThe Ed.S. In Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in School Psychology requires completion of a minimum of 30 semester hours.Candidate must. be able to meet the demands required for professional work in psychology.

Therefore, students may be subject to dismissal from the Psychology Department if they (a) commit a serious breach of ethics or gross professional negligence or (b) present evidence of impaired psychological functioning that would present a danger to themselves or others in a professional role. Students who are dismissed may reapply and will be considered for readmission on a competitive basis. Students who reapply may be asked to provide evidence of improved ability to meet performance requirements. PSY 6140 - Practicum: School Psychology3 credit hoursPrerequisite: 15 semester hours of related graduate credits, including PSY 6060, PSY 6080, PSY 6100, PSY 6750, and PSY 6770. Supervised assessment of learning and adjustment problems with follow-up parent, teacher, and administrator conferences. Practicum experience includes 90 hours of supervised work with a practicing, certified, full-time school psychologist. At least 50 percent of the practicum placement shall be in a school setting.

Liability insurance required prior to enrollment. PSY 7810 - Advanced Internship: School Psychology3 to 6 credit hoursPrerequisites: 60 semester hours of approved graduate classes and PSY 6140, PSY 6875, PSY 7080, and approved thesis proposal.

Minimum of 1200 hours supervised internship, at least half in a public school system. Liability insurance required prior to enrollment. May be repeated; enrollment must be continuous.Guided Elective (3 hours).

Students choose one elective 3 credit hoursProgram NotesCandidate must. file a degree plan in the College of Graduate Studies prior to entry into the program;. file a Notice of Intent to Graduate form in the College of Graduate Studies within the first two weeks of the term in which the student intends to graduate.

What is a school psychologist?A school psychologist is interested in the translation and implementation of Psychologicalknowledge within the school system. Advising Guide for School Psychology Course Sequence.Application supplemental forms. Three letters of reference Associated Links.Sources for Funding.Sample SyllabiMTSU has an Ed.S. Program which is approved by the National Association of SchoolPsychologists (NASP).

The psychology department has an ongoing relationship with theCenter for the Study and Treatment of Dyslexia. Students get detailed training inassessment and intervention with students who have dyslexia. Practica and internshipsare available at the center.Select from the following sample syllabi:. Spring.

Fall.Please click on the following links for information regarding disability standards:.Rules and Regulations for Special Education (click links below):.

Welcome to the MTSU Psychology DepartmentThe mission of the psychology department at MTSU is to promote student personal andprofessional success by providing the best possible academic experience in and outof the classroom. As a department, we offer 3 majors leading to the Bachelor of Science(B.S.) degree, 6 minors, 5 graduate programs leading to the M.A. Degree, and an Ed.S.,degree in School Psychology.

Mtsu Psychology Masters Programs

We presently serve approximately 1000 undergraduate majorsand nearly 200 graduate students.The Psychology major, our most popular major, is a 38-hour program designed for studentswho have a variety of career goals and interests.The second major, PreGraduate Psychology, is a 41-hour concentration designed forstudents who plan to pursue graduate education in Ph.D. Psychology programs or research-intensivemasters programs.