Doctor of Psychology in School Psychology (PsyD)

The Doctor of Psychology in School Psychology program builds upon the specialist level training of in-practice school psychologists to prepare them to be leaders in psychoeducational services to children, youth and families.  The program trains practitioner-scholars with a specialty in Cognitive Behavior Therapy.  The curriculum integrates the Department of Psychology's interdisciplinary core graduate courses, the competencies listed by the National Council of Schools of Professional Psychology and the core areas recommended by the National Association for School Psychology.  PCOM's PsyD program in school psychology is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists.

 

More information about the PsyD in School Psychology program.

 

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Download an application for admission:
- Application Instructions
- Application Form
- Recommendation Form 

REQUIREMENTS
An applicant must be a certified school psychologist from an accredited institution, with a B average or better.  In order to ensure that program courses be taught at the highest possible level, applicants must have completed, prior to admission, all courses for a specialist degree and hold a certificate in school psychology.

 

APPLICATION PROCESS
The PsyD in School Psychology admissions process begins with submission of the following:

The starting term for the program is the fall of each year (early August).  The PsyD program utilizes a rolling admissions policy, so applications will be considered throughout the year as they are received.  Students will be accepted into the program until the desired class size is achieved, therefore it is recommended for candidates to submit applications early.

 

The Admissions Committee screens applications, invites some applicants for an interview and to submit a writing sample, evaluates the applicants and selects the new students.  Following completion of the admissions process, each applicant is notified of the Admissions Committee's decision in writing, including any conditions that must be satisfied prior to or following enrollment.

 

As an applicant to PCOM's Doctor of Psychology in School Psychology program, you are responsible for ensuring that all admissions materials are completed accurately and submitted in a timely manner.

 

Prior to enrollment, all candidates are required to complete the college's Technical Standards for Admission and Matriculation.

Should you have any questions, please contact us via email at:  gradadmissions@pcom.edu