Program Overview
School Psychology Program
The School Psychology program at the University of La Verne is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a professional school psychologist. The program focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of school psychology, including assessment, intervention, and consultation.
Course Descriptions
The program includes a variety of courses that cover topics such as:
- Learning Disabilities and Neurology
- School Psychology Practicum
- Legal and Ethical Foundations in School Psychology
- Counseling Theory: Developmental and Biological Foundations
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in School Psychology
- Professional Practice Foundations of the School Psychology Leader
- School Psychology Practicum II
- Introduction to Psychoeducational Assessment
- Psychopathology and Social Emotional Learning
- Individual Counseling Children and Adolescents
- Group Counseling: Intervention and Strategies
- Multi-tiered Interventions and Instructional Supports
- Psychoeducational Assessment, Measurement, and Testing
- School Psychology Practicum III
- Psychoeducational Assessment and Achievement
- Consultation, Collaboration, and Partnerships in Schools
- Crisis Intervention and Healing Centered Practices
- Neuropsychology of Learning Disabilities
- Child Psychopathology
- School Psychology Practicum IV
- Advanced Psychoeducational Assessment
- Behavioral Analysis and Classroom Intervention
- Diversity in Assessment, Evaluation, and Intervention
- Foundations and Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
- Introduction to School Psychology
- Program Planning and Evaluation
- Counseling and Psychological Theories
- Fieldwork Supervision in School Psychology I
- Fieldwork Supervision in School Psychology II
- Data, Research, and Program Evaluation
- Behavioral Intervention for Academic Success
- Instruction and Intervention
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention
- Psychology of Multiculturalism in Schools
- Consultation in School Psychology
- Professional Seminar in School Psychology
- Individual Assessment
- Advanced Assessment
- Alternative Assessment and Behavior Intervention
- Advanced Assessment in Neuropsychology
- Practicum I in School Psychology
- Practicum II in School Psychology
- Practicum III in School Psychology
- Practicum IV in School Psychology
- Supervised Field Work in School Psychology Level I
- Supervised Field Work in School Psychology Level II
- Graduate Seminar in School Psychology
- Independent Study in School Psychology
Program Requirements
The program requires students to complete a series of coursework, practicum experiences, and fieldwork. The specific requirements include:
- Completion of a minimum number of semester hours
- Passage of the CBEST exam
- Completion of practicum experiences
- Completion of fieldwork experiences
- Completion of a graduate seminar
Admission Criteria
The admission criteria for the program include:
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- A minimum GPA of 3.0
- Completion of prerequisite coursework
- Passage of the CBEST exam
- Submission of transcripts and test scores
Tuition Fees
The tuition fees for the program vary depending on the student's residency status and the number of semester hours taken. The specific tuition fees can be found on the University of La Verne's website.
Research Areas
The program focuses on research areas such as:
- School psychology
- Assessment and intervention
- Consultation and collaboration
- Diversity and multiculturalism
- Crisis intervention and prevention
- Behavioral analysis and classroom intervention
Program Outcomes
The program is designed to prepare students to become professional school psychologists who can:
- Assess and intervene with students who have learning disabilities and other special needs
- Consult with teachers and other school personnel to develop strategies for supporting student learning
- Collaborate with families and community agencies to provide comprehensive services to students
- Develop and implement programs to promote student mental health and well-being
- Conduct research and evaluation studies to inform practice and policy in school psychology.