Argosy University offers both Master’s and Doctoral degrees in School Psychology. The Master of Arts in School Psychology program teaches students core competencies including psychological assessment, intervention, consultation/education, and cultural and individual diversity. The program is designed to prepare students to become Nationally Certified School Psychologists in accordance with criteria developed by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution is necessary for admission into this program.
The Doctor of Psychology in School Psychology Program prepares students to meet the criteria for state certification as school psychologists, and to prepare them to become nationally certified school psychologists in accordance with criteria developed by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). The program emphasizes knowledge and skills in data-based decision-making and accountability; consultation and collaboration; effective instruction and development of cognitive/academic skills; socialization and development of life skills; student diversity in development and learning; school and systems organization, policy development, and climate; prevention, crisis intervention, and mental health; home/school/community collaboration; research and program evaluation; school psychology practice and development; and information technology. Graduates of this program may be eligible for licensure as psychologists at the state level, as well as certified school psychologists.