Bouvé College of Health Sciences

School Psychology (MS/CAGS)

Master's: Boston, MA
Certificate: Boston, MA
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The dual MS in Applied Educational Psychology and CAGS in School Psychology program seeks to develop school psychologists who have a strong foundation across the following domains of school psychology training and practice.

Boston, MA
Location
Full-Time
Commitment
3 Years
Duration of Program
NASP, MA DESE
Accreditation
Fall
Entry Terms
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Overview

Northeastern University offers a Master of Science in Applied Educational Psychology and a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in School Psychology. The entire three-year program (MS and CAGS) has full approval from the National Association of School Psychologists and the Massachusetts State Department of Education. The overarching purpose of the program is to develop highly competent school psychologists. Some students also choose to specialize in either early intervention or applied behavior analysis. The early intervention training option is designed to prepare school psychologists to work with infants and toddlers and their families in community and related agencies, on interdisciplinary teams, and on the transition to school. The applied behavior analysis training option is designed to prepare school psychologists to address the learning and behavioral needs of children and adolescents with challenging behaviors in school, home, and community settings, including children with autism spectrum disorders.

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Unique Features

  • Optional specializations in early intervention or applied behavior analysis
  • Urban and culturally diverse field placements and applied research projects
  • Students complete a 75-hour pre-practicum, 450-hour practicum, and 1200-hour internship
  • Students produce a graduate portfolio and a set of comprehensive case studies

Program Objectives

The mission of Northeastern University’s school psychology program is to develop school psychologists who have a strong foundation across the following domains of school psychology training and practice as delineated by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP):

  • Data-Based Decision-Making and Accountability
  • Consultation and Collaboration
  • Interventions and Instructional Support to Develop Academic Skills
  • Interventions and Mental Health Services to Develop Social and Life Skills
  • School-Wide Practices to Promote Learning
  • Preventive and Responsive Services
  • Family–School Collaboration Services
  • Diversity in Development and Learning
  • Research and Program Evaluation
  • Legal, Ethical, and Professional Practice

 

Accreditation Description

The MS/CAGS program in School Psychology at Northeastern University is accredited by the National Association of School Psychologists and the Massachusetts State Department of Education. Therefore, students who successfully complete all program requirements will be eligible to obtain an Initial School Psychology License from the Massachusetts State Department of Education as well as be eligible to become a Nationally Certified School Psychologist. Although Massachusetts has licensing reciprocity with several states, licensing requirements do differ from state-to-state. Students should therefore contact the state department of education in which they plan to apply for exact information. Additional information including links to state credentialing requirements is available on the NASP website.

For questions about the MS/CAGS program in School Psychology as it relates to school psychology licensure, please contact Director of Clinical Training, Jessica B. Edwards George, PhD at [email protected].

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Admissions

A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern—a top-ranked university—can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and hands-on professional experience in the area of your interest. Apply now—and take your career to the next level.

Program Costs

$116.6K *
Tuition

Finance Your Education We offer a variety of resources, including scholarships and assistantships.

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Requirements

  • Application
  • Application fee
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • *Transcripts from all institutions attended
  • Personal statement
  • Resumé
  • TOEFL or IELTS for applicants who do not hold a degree from a U.S. institution and whose native language is not English

*Transcripts from outside of the U.S. will require a course-by-course evaluation from WES or ECE

 

  • Personal interview with faculty and current students
  • Optional: Official GRE scores
  • Undergraduate major or minor in psychology or the following undergraduate courses:
    • Introduction to Psychology
    • Child Development
    • Abnormal Psychology
    • Research Methods and Statistics
  • Prospective students should have prior experience working with children

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Admissions Dates

Priority Application Deadline: January 6

Final Application Deadline: June 15

Curriculum

Industry-aligned courses for in-demand careers.


For 100+ years, we’ve designed our programs with one thing in mind—your success. Explore the current program requirements and course descriptions, all designed to meet today’s industry needs and must-have skills.

 

Experiential Learning

INTERDISCIPLINARY COLLABORATION

Our training approach incorporates the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration. Our students learn how to work on teams in delivering services, and how to draw upon the rich resources of professionals from related disciplines.

PRACTICE-ORIENTED EDUCATION

A cornerstone of Northeastern University and our program is practice-oriented education. We train students to become highly skilled scientific practitioners and lifelong learners, who employ the scientific, problem-solving method to evaluate their own practice. Real world projects and work experiences are integrated into coursework and fieldwork. Students complete practicum and internship fieldwork requirements in local area schools. The faculty have developed a rich network of collaborative school psychologists who serve as excellent field supervisors. Faculty assist with placing students at school fieldwork sites in and around the Boston Metropolitan area. During the third year internship students document their mastery of the training goals through comprehensive case studies.

SUPPORTIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

Northeastern University is known as a student-centered institution, and this student-centered philosophy is prominent in our school psychology program. We view ongoing support and feedback as critical for students’ learning and professional development. We strive to be accessible to students. Faculty members take pride in mentoring and advising students. In addition, students are actively involved in a peer-mentoring program, whereby advanced students provide guidance to first year students. Students collaborate with faculty on research projects, journal articles, book chapters, and state and national presentations.

PROFESSIONAL IDENTITY AND SOCIAL CONSCIENCE

Our students have a strong professional identity and social conscience. The department has a very active student chapter of the school psychology division of the American Psychological Association (Student Affiliates in School Psychology-SASP). This student chapter plans educational workshops, conferences, and social activities. Many of our alumni have assumed leadership roles in state and national organizations. In addition, they consider themselves advocates for the needs of children.

Faculty

Our Faculty

Northeastern University faculty represents a broad cross-section of professional practices and fields, including finance, education, biomedical science, management, and the U.S. military. They serve as mentors and advisors and collaborate alongside you to solve the most pressing global challenges facing established and emerging markets.

Students

By enrolling in Northeastern, you’ll be connected to students at our 13 campuses, as well as 300,000-plus alumni and more than 3,500 employer partners around the world. Our global university system provides you with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally and serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.

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