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  National Association of School Psychologists - 1974
The school psychologist is prudently aware of (lie possible influence personal biases and professional limitations impose off life ability to serve a student, and of the continuing obligation for protecting the privacy and confidence of [lie student.
The school psychologist is obligated to ascertain that psycho-educational information reaches responsible and authorized persons and is adequately interpreted for their use in helping the pupil.
The school psychologist acts as a resource person to establish and maintain the availability of adequate psychological services, and also, recognizes the Fight of individuals to avail themselves of such services at their own discretion and flee of coercion.
ethics.iit.edu /codes/coe/nat.assoc.school.psychologists.html   (1833 words)

  
  School psychologist - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A school psychologist is a certified practitioner who applies principles of clinical psychology and counseling to the diagnosis and treatment of students' behavioral problems.
School psychologists are educated in child and adolescent development, learning theories, psychoeducational assessment, personality theories, therapeutic interventions, identification of learning disability; and the ethical, legal and administrative codes of their profession.
Since school psychologists are so influential within the school system and frequently consulted to solve problems, practitioners should be able to collaborate with other members of the educational community and confidently make decisions based on empirical research.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/School_psychologist   (708 words)

  
 Psychologist - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Psychologists are usually categorized under a number of different fields, the most well-recognized being clinical psychologists, who provide mental health care, and research psychologists, who collect, investigate and analyze aspects of human behavior.
Licensed psychologists generally have academic doctoral degrees (Ph.D.) that are different from the professional degrees of medical doctors in that they require not only coursework, supervised professional training, and clinical internship but also significant academic research experience and original contributions to scientific research in the form of a dissertation.
Most states include exemptions from licensing in order to use the title "psychologist" if they are teaching in universities, or if they are certified by the state's department of education as a school psychologist and are practicing psychology within the scope of their employment in a school district.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Psychologist   (1452 words)

  
 The School Psychologist's Role in School Assessment. ERIC Digest., Rosenfield, Sylvia; Nelson, Deborah
School psychologists have moved from relying upon standardized/norm referenced testing practices to frequent use of more natural and dynamic forms of assessment that impact directly on classroom instructional delivery and behavior management.
Psychologists are involved in discussions of a possible national test to be given to all students, and state assessments aligned with state content standards are in the process of development.
School psychologists can bring their assessment expertise to the school reform agenda by helping school systems and individual schools evaluate the effectiveness of different programs and organizational changes designed to meet specific goals.
www.ericae.net /db/edo/ED391985.htm   (1525 words)

  
 LD OnLine :: A School Psychologist
As a high school teacher for the previous 2 decades I was well acquainted with the modifications she should have received, as well as the procedures in place for the identification and tracking of her difficulties.
She began to skip school - the school didn't tell me for 4 days that she wasn't there because they assumed she was sick and that I knew she was absent.
One guidance counselor at her school finally went so far as to admit to me that she would not be sent for testing because if she was identified as 'special needs' it would cost the school district more money to educate her and they were trying to keep the number of 'special needs' students down.
www.ldonline.org /article/8095?theme=print   (1284 words)

  
 What is a School Psychologist?   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
School psychologists are educational specialists who use their knowledge of psychology and educational research to help confront many educational problems experienced by children, teachers, parents, and communities.
One of the main roles of the school psychologist in the schools is to administer a variety of psychoeducational instruments to students who are experiencing difficulties (academic or behavioral) in the classroom.
However, when someone asks you "what is a school psychologist," you can look them in the eye and tell them that you are still not sure, but you know where to go to find the answer.
www.bartow.k12.ga.us /psych/whatis.htm   (336 words)

  
 SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Master's-and specialist-level (a degree given only in school psychology that is mid-way between a master's and a doctoral degree) school psychologists work primarily in school systems with students, their families, and teachers.
The average starting salary for new school psychologists with a master's or specialist degree in 1995 was $28,000.
However, there is increasing emphasis in school psychology on obtaining the specialist degree, which adds another semester or even year of study; over 75% of non-doctoral school psychologists hold this more advanced degree.
www.lemoyne.edu /OTRP/otrpresources/helping/helping-schoolpsychol.html   (769 words)

  
 Lisa Harris - School Psychologist
The training requirements to become a school psychologist are a minimum of sixty graduate semester hours including a year-long internship.
To work as a school psychologist, one must be certified and/or licensed by the state in which services are provided.
She is a state and nationally certified school psychologist and a licensed psychological associate in the state of North Carolina.
gyr.wcpss.net /classrooms/harris   (318 words)

  
 NASP - Who Are School Psychologists?
School psychologists are highly trained in both psychology and education.
School psychologists must be certified and/or licensed by the state in which they work.
School psychologists recognize that changes in the school environment and at home can improve the quality of life for children and their families.
www.nasponline.org /about_sp/whatis.aspx   (867 words)

  
 Certification in Washington State
School Nurse certificate may be reissued for two years on submission of a new application and evidence that requirements continue to be met, and upon completion of 60 clock hours (six quarter or four semester hours) or course work since the issuance of the most recent certificate, as verified by the employer.
A candidate for emergency certification as a school counselor, school psychologist, or school social worker is the best qualified of the candidates for the position as verified by the employing school district and has completed all course work for the required master's degree with the exception of the internship.
A candidate for emergency certification as a school psychologist is enrolled in an approved school psychologist preparation program and is participating in the required internship.
www.k12.wa.us /certification/ESA/ESAcertificatetypes.aspx   (2216 words)

  
 Curriculum School Psychologist Page
Utilizing their expertise in the area of assessment, school psychologists are able to assist in the identification of students needing specialized instruction and to provide information that aides in the design of appropriate academic and behavioral interventions.
School psychologists also provide direct services to students and their families through the provisions of counseling, parenting skills, social skills training, and a variety of other direct service interventions.
Finally, school psychologists provide a critical link between schools, families, and the community by helping school and families access social services that are available in the community assuring the broadest possible response to a student's needs
www.sps.lane.edu /curriculum/special_programs/school_psych.html   (173 words)

  
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School psychologists tailor their services to the particular needs of each child and each situation.
School psychologists are there to help parents, educators, and the community understand and solve these problems.
School psychologists can be trusted to deal in confidence with sensitive personal and family matters.
www.naspcenter.org /resourcekit/whatis_rk.html   (825 words)

  
 School Psychologist
School Psychology, Educational Psychology, Forensic psychology, and Clinical Psychology are four of the main specialty areas and Board Certification areas in the field of Psychology.
A School Psychologist is a psychologist who applies principles of the specialties of psychology to the diagnosis and treatment of students' behavioral problems.
School psychologists are educated in child and adolescent development, learning theories, psycho-educational assessment, personality theories, therapeutic interventions, identification of learning disability; and the ethical, legal and administrative codes of their profession.
www.psychologistanywhereanytime.com /definitions_psychologist_and_psychologists/psychologist_school.htm   (439 words)

  
 UT Admin Code R277-506. School Counselors, School Psychologists, and School Social Workers Certificates and Programs.
Current certification as a nationally certified school psychologist by the National School Psychology Certification Board shall be accepted in lieu of requirements for the Basic Certificate.
The school psychologist preparation program of an institution may be approved by the Board if it meets the standards prescribed in the Standards for State Approval of Teacher Education for school psychologists.
These standards were developed by school psychologists in Utah schools and recommended to the Board by SACTE and are available from the USOE Certification Office.
www.rules.utah.gov /publicat/code/r277/r277-506.htm   (1822 words)

  
 Psychologists
Psychologists employed as faculty by colleges and universities divide their time between teaching and research and also may have administrative responsibilities; many have part-time consulting practices.
Psychologists with a Ph.D. qualify for a wide range of teaching, research, clinical, and counseling positions in universities, health care services, elementary and secondary schools, private industry, and government.
Employment of psychologists is expected to grow faster than average for all occupations through 2014, because of increased demand for psychological services in schools, hospitals, social service agencies, mental health centers, substance abuse treatment clinics, consulting firms, and private companies.
www.bls.gov /oco/ocos056.htm   (2698 words)

  
 School Psychologist - Lewis Cass ISD   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
School psychologists are educational specialists who use their knowledge of psychology and educational research to help the many educational problems experienced by children, teachers, and parents.
The school psychologist is skilled in the areas of psycho-educational assessment, childhood development, behavioral management, and consultation.
One of the main roles of the school psychologist in the schools is to administer a variety of psycho-educational instruments to students who are experiencing difficulties (academic or behavioral) in the classroom.
www.remc11.k12.mi.us /lcisd/speced/psych.htm   (322 words)

  
 MTSU Psychology Department
A school psychologist works in a variety of different environments including: public schools, clinics and hospitals, private schools, school health clinics, universities, community agencies, and in private practice.
Therefore, the psychologist must have a realistic understanding of the functions, methods, and problems of the school, and be especially appreciative of the role of the classroom teacher as well as other special staff members carrying on related functions (e.g., the counselor, speech therapist, special education teacher, etc.).
The school psychologist recognizes that the ultimate goal of education is to provide all pupils with opportunities for maximal intellectual, educational and interpersonal growth so that they may live full and satisfying lives as contributing members of a diverse society.
www.mtsu.edu /~psych/school.htm   (819 words)

  
 University of California Berkeley School Psychology   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
These psychologist would serve those who utilized school psychologists in elementary and high school and help these students with their transition to college by consulting with other faculty members about classroom accommodations and acting as advocates for students with disabilities.
School psychologists who are employed by junior or four-year colleges and universities may also provide preventive activities, promotion of positive mental health, career planning stress management and crisis intervention.
School psychologists serve all 15,000 local education agencies in all states and territories.
www-gse.berkeley.edu /program/SP/html/spguide.html   (1101 words)

  
 School psychologist: Facts and details from Encyclopedia Topic   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
A school is most commonly a place designated for learning....
Alfred binet (july 11, 1857 - october 18, 1911), french psychologist and inventor of the first usable intelligence test, the basis...
(the profession of school psychology flourished has new tests and better tests needed to be developed to classify childhood psycho-pathology.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/s/sc/school_psychologist.htm   (910 words)

  
 School Psychologist   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
School Psychologists are professionals trained to work with pre-schoolers, children, adolescents, and their teachers and families.
Children sometimes see the school psychologist for short-term individual or group counseling to help the children understand their emotions or learn better ways of solving social problems.
School psychologists may also help parents find resources in the community to address various concerns for the child and/or family.
www.rdale.k12.mn.us /ple/psychologist.htm   (648 words)

  
 School psychologists: in demand and expanding their reach
School psychologists are at the forefront of trying to fulfill these complex new demands.
School psychologists are beginning to enjoy an uplifted status, in part because they're taking on and successfully meeting the tough new problems posed in the schools.
Psychologists say these kinds of programs are truer to the spirit of the profession they were trained in: diverse, child centered and holistic.
www.apa.org /monitor/sep00/schoolpsych.html   (1019 words)

  
 Boston.com / News / Nation / Shortage of school psychologists in Ohio   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Kathy Cowan, spokeswoman for the National Association of School Psychologists, said there is a serious shortage of school psychologists nationwide, especially in rural areas.
As a result, experts say the shortage of school psychologists in rural areas is making it tougher for districts to meet federal academic standards.
Attracting and retaining school psychologists became such a problem in northwest Ohio's rural Mercer County that officials came up with a creative fix three years ago.
www.boston.com /news/nation/articles/2004/09/06/shortage_of_school_psychologists_in_ohio?mode=PF   (577 words)

  
 Shikellamy School District | Psychological Services
A school psychologist is a trained professional certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education to provide specialized services.
School psychologists must have at least a Master's degree and 30 additional graduate credits (including an intensive internship) in school psychology.
Most important, the school psychologist will consult with the child's parents and teachers to understand his or her needs and help develop a plan to address them.
www.shikbraves.org /304390120104041/site/default.asp   (356 words)

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