What is a School Psychologist?

School psychologists provide direct support and interventions to students; consult with teachers, families, and other school-employed mental health professionals (i.e., school counselors, school social workers) to improve support strategies; work with school administrators to improve school-wide practices and policies; and collaborate with community providers to coordinate needed services.

School psychologists receive specialized advanced graduate preparation that includes coursework and practical experiences relevant to both psychology and education. School psychologists typically complete either a specialist-level degree program (at least 60 graduate semester hours) or a doctoral degree (at least 90 graduate semester hours), both of which include a year-long 1,200-hour supervised internship.

School psychologists help schools successfully: Improve Academic Achievement, Promote Positive Behavior and Mental Health, Support Diverse Learners, Create Safe & Positive School Climates, Strengthen Family–School Partnerships, and Improve School-Wide Assessment & Accountability

Who are school psychologists. National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). (n.d.). https://www.nasponline.org/about-school-psychology/who-are-school-psychologists

Please visit https://www.nasponline.org/ for more information regarding school psychology.

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