Master of Arts in Psychology
The master's degree specialization in school psychology provides the opportunity for students to evaluate, counsel, prescribe and implement remedial procedures for students in the school system who are dealing with behavioral, intellectual, and emotional problems.
The program emphasizes the application of diversity solutions, awareness and respect for individual differences, collaborative problem solving, and empirically-based interventions. The program includes online course work.
Who should apply
People who choose this specialization are typically pursuing careers as school psychologists, diagnosticians, crisis specialists, or program evaluators in public school districts, but may also seek employment in other educational settings.
Licensure
The school psychology graduate program at Union College is designed in accordance with the requirements for state licensure as designated by the Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology. The educational requirements for licensure as a psychological practitioner include an additional 15 hours of coursework beyond the psychological associate and an internship of 1800 hours.
Required Courses for M.A. in School Psychology:
- Psychology Core
- Statistics for Mental Health Professionals
- Quantitative & Qualitative Research Methods
- Social & Community Psychology
- Advanced Behavioral Neuroscience
- Advanced Human Growth & Development
- Ethics & Professional Practice
The master's degrees in clinical, counseling, and school psychology at Union College meet the educational requirements needed to qualify for the Licensed Psychological Associate licensure from the Kentucky State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
