Program Overview
Niagara University's Master of Science with Advanced Certificate in School Psychology prepares students for a high-demand profession with a 100% employment rate. The program emphasizes personalized attention, research opportunities, and the development of reflective practitioners committed to equity and social justice. Graduates earn an M.S. and advanced certification, qualifying them for provisional certification in New York state and national certification.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
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Master of Science with Advanced Certificate
Overview:
Niagara University's School Psychology with CAS program equips you for a highly sought-after profession with a 100% employment rate for graduates. The program is dedicated to developing practitioners and leaders who foster human growth, spirituality, well-being, and emotional stability in diverse settings. Students receive personalized attention in small class sizes, leading to research and conference participation opportunities. Graduates demonstrate outstanding qualities as reflective practitioners, with dispositions of caring, respect, open-mindedness, and a commitment to equity and social justice. Upon completion of the 63-credit-hour program, candidates earn an M.S. and advanced certification in school psychology, qualifying them for provisional certification in New York state and national certification (NCSP).
Careers:
Graduates of the School Psychology with CAS program pursue careers in various settings, including:
- Clinics and Hospitals
- Higher Education
- Private Practice
- Public/Private Schools
- School Based Health Centers