Educational Psychology Specialist Certificate in Education and School Psychological Services

Students' graduate preparation focuses on the knowledge and skills necessary to engage in provision of research-based school psychological practices within multi-tier systems of support to improve academic, social, behavioral, and emotional competence of children and youth, as well as to develop, implement, and use applied research in school settings. Students develop specific competencies through a broad range of didactic courses, research activities, and field placements, including practica and a full-year internship. The specialist certificate is designed for students who want to become practitioners. The school psychology specialist certificate is approved by the Minnesota Board of Teaching and the National Association of School Psychologists. Graduates are eligible for the Minnesota school psychologist credential, and the national certification in school psychology, as well as the school psychology credential in most states.