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Dec 21, 2024
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2023-2024 Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Counseling and Psychology in Education-School Psychology (Ph.D.)
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Program Overview
Our nationally accredited Ph.D. school psychology program provides individualized, hands-on training for students who are committed to providing a full range of psychological services for children of all ages. Our small class sizes allow students to develop one-on-one relationships with the program faculty as they learn how to prevent or evaluate learning, emotional and behavioral problems, design and implement academic and behavioral interventions and collaborate with teachers, parents and other professionals. The program has been accredited by NASP since 2000. Learn more at https://www.usd.edu/Academics/Graduate-Programs/School-Psychology. DELIVERY: On campus Degree Requirements for Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling and Psychology in Education - School Psychology Specialization
Total 110 credit hours
- School Psychology core 59 credit hours
- Dissertation 15 credit hours
- Supporting courses 36 credit hours
Program Trial Term
- All students in the School Psychology program must complete a trial term consisting of a minimum of twelve graduate credit hours. Students complete a preliminary essay toward the end of the trial term. Following the end of the trial term, students complete a preliminary interview with all program faculty. Successful passage of the preliminary essay, a grade of B or higher in SPSY 761 - Assessment of Intelligence , a rating of average or higher on a Professional Dispositions Assessment, and the maintenance of a grade point average of 3.5 allows the student to continue full admission status. Trial term 12 credit hours
School Psychology Core for Ph.D.: 74 credit hours
Required Courses in Supporting Area: 36 credit hours
Additional Requirements
- Two consecutive academic years are required in-residence. - Students must maintain an overall GPA of 3.5 or above throughout the program. - A student may repeat only one of the following courses in which he/she obtained a “C” or below, and the failure to obtain a grade of “B” or better the second time may result in dismissal from the program: SPSY 761, SPSY 795, SPSY 894D, COUN 786, COUN 795. Students may appeal the decision for dismissal and make a request for exception with the School Psychology Committee. - Students must pass a comprehensive written and oral final examination. - Students must take the Praxis II exam and obtain a passing score prior to graduation. General Application Requirements
- Completed application
- $35 application fee
- Official transcripts*
- Letters of recommendation*
- Statement of purpose
- Resume/CV*
*Requirements for admission vary by program and may require different documentation and have different deadlines. This list is not all-inclusive, to view specific program requirements and submission deadlines, follow the “Admissions Information” hyperlink at the top of this page OR visit the specific program/dept. page found here: link.usd.edu/grad-catalog Courses or Programs Leading to Professional Licensure or Certification
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