School Psychology offers graded, sequential, and hierarchical training in research, assessment, consultation, and intervention. The program prepares professionals who work collaboratively with educators, administrators, parents, and children to promote learning and development in general education students and students with special needs. Students enrolled in this 61-credit program will complete core coursework in school psychology, applied practica in local schools, and a 1-year internship. In addition, students will be engaged in research activities each semester. Prior to graduation, students must pass the PRAXIS exam in school psychology.

Concentration (Required) and Options Available

School Psychology — Course Only with Comprehensive Exams

Campus Code

Knoxville Campus

Admissions Standards/Procedures

Admission to the concentration is based on GRE scores, GPA at all collegiate levels, a written statement of interest, and professional references. Prior graduate work will be examined on a case-by-case basis to determine if it can be used to satisfy some course requirements for the EdS concentration.

Credit Hours Required

61 graduate credit hours

Required Courses

• All courses are 3 credit hours, unless otherwise specified
• Foundational Coursework (36 credit hours)
  • SPED 530 
  • EDPY 510 
  • EDPY 516 
  • EDPY 517 
  • SCHP 540 
  • SCHP 541 
  • EDPY 547 
  • SPED 555 
  • COUN 570 
  • EDPY 636 
  • SCHP 690 
  • One course in systems consultation approved by major professor.
• Research Methods (10 credit hours)
  • EDPY 505  (3 credit hours)
  • EDPY 577  (3 credit hours)
  • EDPY 655  (4 credit hours)
• Applied Practicum and Internship (15 credit hours)
  • SCHP 542  (6 credit hours)
  • SCHP 546  (1 credit hour)
  • SCHP 551  (3 credit hours)
  • SCHP 552  (3 credit hours) 
  • SCHP 649  (2 credit hours)

Additional Course Requirements

• To complete the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) verified course sequence, students must complete EDPY 515  as an additional class.

Non-Course Requirements

• Students must pass the PRAXIS exam in school psychology.