School Psychology (MSE) (Ed. S.) | University of Wisconsin

Degree Requirements for Master of Science in Education

Required Courses, 34 credits:

SPSY 622 School Behavior Assessment & Intervention, 3 credits
SPSY 651 Diversity, Social and Cultural Issues, 3 credits
SPSY 701 Introduction to School Psychology, 3 credits
SPSY 744 Academic Assessment & Intervention, 3 credits
SPSY 745 Cognitive Assessment, 4 credits
SPSY 747 Mental Health Classification, Assessment & Intervention, 3 credits
SPSY 752 Advanced School Interventions, 3 credits
SPSY 770 Pre-practicum in School Psychology, 1 credit (.5 credits in Fall; .5 credits in Spring)
SPSY 795 Research & Program Evaluation, 3 credits
SPED 530 The Exceptional Child, 3 credits
COUN 732 Group Counseling, 3 credits
COUN 790 Counseling Microskills, 2 credits

Candidates are eligible for full licensure upon completion of the 34-credit Master of Science in Education (M.S.E.) degree and the 32-credit Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) degree, for a total of 66 graduate credits.

Additional Program Information

Wisconsin and Minnesota require that applicants for teacher certification, including school psychology, submit fingerprints with the certification application. In addition, criminal background checks are required.

Degree Requirements for Education Specialist

Required Courses, 32 credits:

SPSY 722 School Safety & Crisis Response, 3 credits
SPSY 712 Early Childhood Assessment & Intervention, 3 credits
SPSY 740 Legal and Ethical Issues in School Psychology, 3 credits
SPSY 742 School-Based Advocacy & Public Policy, 1 credits
SPSY 769 School Consultation & Collaboration, 3 credits
SPSY 771 Practicum I: Comprehensive School Psychology Practice, 4 credits
SPSY 772 Practicum II: Comprehensive School Psychology Practice, 4 credits
SPSY 775 Internship in School Psychology I, 5 credits
SPSY 776 Internship in School Psychology II, 5 credits
SPSY 798 Independent Research, 1 credit

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