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School Psychology PsyD

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DOCTOR OF PSYCHOLOGY IN SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY


 

Doctor of Psychology in School Psychology (PSYD)

The Doctor of Psychology Program (PsyD) in School Psychology at PCOM has a clearly articulated mission and set of aims, competencies and outcomes consistent with the health service psychology model.

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The mission of the PCOM School Psychology PsyD program is to train, develop, and prepare entry-level school psychologists with a focus on applied behavior analysis, empirically supported cognitive behavioral techniques, and advanced assessment. Adopting the practitioner-scholar model of education, the program prepares graduates to provide research-based direct and indirect school psychological services that promote learning and well-being of all children with sensitivity to culture and diversity. The program also trains students to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary settings as health service psychologists and to engage in self-care and self-reflection.

About Our Program

The PsyD program is designed to be completed within a minimum of five years and a maximum of seven years of study. The program will require at least 107 doctoral credits, with four years of academic coursework completed at PCOM, a dissertation, and a one year doctoral-level internship required before graduating. View the course sequence for additional information.

For more information regarding the School Psychology PsyD program, please contact Katie Garson, Coordinator of School Psychology Programs, via email at katiega@pcom.edu or by phone at 215-871-6463 or complete our online request for information form:

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Career Options

  • PsyD program graduates will be prepared to serve children, youth and families in schools, hospitals, community health clinics and a variety of other mental health settings.
  • Graduates will be fully prepared to assume the role and responsibility of the school psychologist with specialized training in advanced assessment practices and applied behavior analytic and cognitive behavioral interventions.

What Is a School Psychologist?

Department of Psychology faculty describe the role of a school psychologist and provide insight into the school psychology programs offered at PCOM.

 

Program Highlights

Doctor of Psychology in School Psychology

Faculty

Most faculty are highly credentialed school psychologists who are nationally renowned practitioner-scholars and researchers in the field.

Focus

The program's multicultural focus prepares school psychologists to have a positive impact on pluralistic systems and communities.

Immersion

Standardized client actors immerse students in realistic experiences and clinical situations.

Coursework

Students complete coursework in specialized areas such as neuropsychology in the schools, cognitive behavioral therapy, and applied behavior analysis.

Completion

The PsyD program can be completed in as few as five years.

Flexible

Most courses are offered during evenings and weekends to work with your personal life and schedule.

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