The Michigan State University School Psychology Ph.D. program's overall mission is to equip psychologists with the knowledge, skills and dispositions necessary to provide quality psychological services to children, youth and families in multiple settings, as well as to conduct research in related areas. The program includes a planned sequence of coursework in school psychology and supporting disciplines, complemented by practica and internship experiences. Students in the program receive the training necessary to become both a Certified School Psychologist in Michigan, as well as a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP). Students are also license-eligible as psychologists, pending completion of state-level licensure requirements.
When deciding on a School Psychology program, I looked for the school that had similar research interests to mine, a hands-on curriculum and welcoming students and staff. Michigan State University exceeded my expectations in not only those three categories but also in strong collaboration between different departments, dedicated staff and always trying to improve the field of school psychology!
Are you interested in becoming a leader in the field of school psychology? Apply for the School Psychology doctoral program in the Michigan State University College of Education.
Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology and Special Education
620 Farm Lane, 435 Erickson Hall
East Lansing, MI 48824-1034
Email: oberland@msu.edu
Phone: (517) 432-0843