MA/CAGS in School Psychology
Why Choose School Psychology at 极乐禁地
If you鈥檙e passionate about helping children and teens, school psychology could be a great fit. You鈥檒l work with schools to create positive change and support students, families, and teachers. There鈥檚 a strong need for skilled, culturally aware leaders in this field, and our program prepares you to step in right away. You鈥檒l get hands-on experience from the start, helping students who need it most. If this sounds like you, here are top reasons to choose the MA/CAGS in School Psychology at 极乐禁地.
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By the Numbers
100%
Licensure
100% of graduates who took the Praxis exam passed.
97%
Job Placement
97% of alumni were employed in schools within the first year after graduation.
2,000
Field Education
Graduates complete 2,000 hours of supervised field education beginning in the 1st semester.
Testimonials
I always knew I wanted to work with children and the comprehensive role of the school psychologist was a role where I could help students thrive. William James is the perfect place to pursue this degree as all of the professors have such great experience in the field and know best practices for working as school psychologists. The sense of community at the school between faculty and students are unmatched.鈥�
Julia McGuire
MA/CAGS in School Psychology Student
Learning that I would be immediately placed in the field while learning skills in the classroom felt like an immediate draw to the program at William James. As a career changer, it was very important to me that I be able to learn the skills in both a theoretical environment and a practical one.The MA/CAGS will empower me with the skills and knowledge to make a difference with a lot of kids who are facing greater needs in an increasingly more complex world. The program at William James builds our skills with an eye on current culture, science, and discussions, so that our skills will be relevant in the real world settings."
Kevin Dacey
MA/CAGS in School Psychology Student
Our Philosophy, Your Experience
At 极乐禁地, you will combine your classroom knowledge with hands-on experience to get a well-rounded and integrated education. Our curriculum combines an understanding of theory, training, and practice as you develop into a culturally responsive professional. You will be surrounded by like-minded faculty, staff, and peers who, like you, are dedicated to bringing high-quality services to culturally diverse clients, agencies, and organizations. With this training, you will be prepared to make a difference in our communities.
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See Yourself at William James
At William James, you'll gain exceptional training in a supportive, student-centered learning environment, with instruction and guidance provided by leading practitioners in the field. Throughout your studies, you'll experience our integrative philosophy of training and education, with application of classroom instruction in structured field experiences. Underlying this approach to professional training, is a sustained focus on your personal and professional development, with an orientation towards community service, and respect for those you'll serve.
Working as a School Psychologist
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