The master’s degree program in school psychology requires a minimum of 93 credits, and typically takes three years to complete, including a sequence of supervised field experiences, practicums, and a 1,200-hour internship.
The master’s program is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists and the Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission.
Graduates of this program meet State of Oregon licensure requirements and are eligible for the nationally certified school psychologist credential offered by the National Association of School Psychologists.
MS Requirements — Total Credits: 93
| Title | CREDITS |
|---|---|
| Psychological and Educational Foundations | 8 |
| Measurement and Assessment | 15 |
| Statistics and Research | 47 |
| Practice of School Psychology | 36 |
| Practicum Experiences | 14 |
| Internship | 9 |
Psychological and Education Foundations — Minimum Credits: 29
| Course and Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| Theories of Learning and Instruction: SPED 660 Design of Instruction | 4 |
| Human Development and Psychopathology: SPSY 650 Developmental Psychopathology | 4 |
Measurement and Assessment — Credits: 15
| Course and Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| SPSY 671 Behavioral Assessment | 4 |
| SPSY 672 Intellectual Assessment | 4 |
| SPSY 674 Educational Assessment | 4 |
| SPSY 617 Tests and Measurements in Education or EDLD 663 Measurement & Assessment | 4 3 |
Statistics and Research — Minimum Credits: 9
Statistics and Research Design — Credits: 6
| Course and Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| EDUC 614 Educational Stats | 3 |
| EDUC 650 Single-Subject Research Methods I | 3 |
Application of Research Skills: Dissertation Research — Minimum Credits: 3
| Course and Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| SPSY 503 Master’s Thesis (formal thesis option) or SPSY 601 Research (team experience or independent research) | 1–16 |
Practice of School Psychology — Minimum Credits: 37
Consultation — Credits: 8
| Course and Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| SPSY 630 Introduction to Consultation | 4 |
| SPSY 632 Advanced Consultation | 4 |
Academic and Social Behavioral Interventions — Credits: 15
| Course and Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| SPSY 610 Beginning Counseling Skills | 3 |
| SPSY 631 Academic & Behavioural Intervention | 4 |
| SPED 540 Early Literacy for Diverse Learners | 4 |
| One of the following: SPED 526 Behavior and Classroom Management CPSY 615 Counseling Diverse Populations EDLD 623 Cultural Adaptations of Evidence-Based Practices | 4 |
Professional Standards and Ethics — Credits: 14
| Course and Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| SPSY 661 Principles and Practices in School Psychology | 4 |
| SPSY 662 Foundions of Clinical Supervision | 3 |
| SPED 628 Law and Special Education | 3 |
| SPSY 663 Professional Ethics | 3 |
| SPSY 605 Reading: Final Professional Competencies Portfolio | 1 |
Practicum Experiences — Credits: 14/Minimum 560 Clock Hours
Field Studies — Credits: 5/Minimum 200 Clock Hours
| Course and Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| SPSY 606 Field Studies: Introductory (winter and spring terms) | 2 |
| SPSY 606 Field Studies: Academic Intervention Clinic (summer session) | 3 |
Integrated Practicum — Credits: 9/Minimum 360 Clock Hours
| Course and Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| SPSY 609 Practicum Field Experience (fall term) | 3 120 Clock Hours |
| SPSY 609 Practicum Field Experience (winter term) | 3 120 Clock Hours |
| SPSY 626 Final Field Experience (spring term) | 3 120 Clock Hours |
Internship Experience — Credits: 9/Minimum 1,200 Clock Hours
| Course and Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| SPSY 704 Internship (fall term) | 3 |
| SPSY 704 Internship (winter term) | 3 |
| SPSY 704 Internship (spring term) | 3 |