School Psychology
We prepare graduates to provide evidence-based school psychology services that promote children’s academic, social-emotional, and behavioral success. We offer a specialist-level Master of Science (MS) as well as a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in School Psychology. Learn more about School Psychology.
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Begin your School Psychology career through our Master’s Program
Specialist-level school psychologists are in demand throughout the nation. We offer a broad range of experience with an emphasis on practitioner-scientist training.
Advance your career through our Doctoral Program
You can enter the program with a bachelor’s or a master’s degree, with the option of earning an MS during your studies. Our alumni have a 100% job placement rate.
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Accepting applications for 2023
Apply by December 1, 2022 for admission to the program in Summer/Fall 2023. GRE scores are no longer required for admission to the specialist-level program.
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Positive Career Outlook: School psychologists are in demand
There is a nationwide shortage of school psychologists, with many openings in the state of Maine. Our alumni from the past 5 years have a 100% job placement rate.
Flexible Scheduling: Study part-time or full-time
All master’s courses and most doctoral courses are held in the late afternoon and evening, and half of our MS courses are offered online.
Broad Experience: 600 practicum and 1500 internship hours
You’ll gain experience in multiple schools and/or agency settings that align with your location, professional experience, and career goals.
Expert Faculty: Study with dually certified clinicians
Each faculty member is an experienced school psychology practitioner with additional certification in applied behavior analysis. Many are also licensed psychologists.
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Obtain your state and national credentials in School Psychology
Our programs are aligned with the standards of the Maine Department of Education (MDOE) and the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP).
Gain additional training in applied behavior analysis (ABA)
Both MS and PsyD students complete coursework in ABA. Our doctoral students have an option to earn their master’s with a concentration in ABA during their studies.
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