Worcester,
MA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Education Specialist in School Psychology in Worcester United States | Worcester State University
Worcester State University
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Worcester United States
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Qualification
First-Professional Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
9,084
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The School Psychology Education Specialist program (previously known as the certificate of advanced graduate studies) at Worcester State University equips you with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on training to develop into a reflective, compassionate practitioner ready for sought-after roles in school psychology.
Recognized by the National Association of School Psychologists Accreditation Board and built on an ecological approach emphasizing prevention, evaluation, and support strategies, our curriculum instills principles of educational equity, cultural awareness, and compassionate practice. This program stands among just six comparable offerings in Massachusetts, delivering exceptional educational value at an affordable price.
This intensive 72-credit, three-year full-time program includes specialized coursework in evaluation techniques, therapeutic methods, and neuropsychological studies, along with chances to partner with faculty on research projects. Many students have recently showcased their work at national conferences.
After fulfilling all program requirements - which involve passing certification examinations, accumulating over 1,800 hours of supervised field experience, and demonstrating proficiency on a comprehensive assessment - you'll receive both an Education Specialist degree and a Master of Education in School Psychology. This dual qualification leads to Massachusetts state certification as a school psychologist through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Official transcripts with a calculated GPA for the institution that awarded your baccalaureate degree, Official transcripts of each graduate institution awarding degree(s) or course credit beyond a baccalaureate degree (if applicable).
Applicants from countries outside of the United States in which English is not the language of instruction, must also submit a score of 79 or above on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), a score of 6.5 or above on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), a score of 100 or above on the Duolingo Test, a score of 59 or above on the Pearson PTE test, or a score of 4 or above on the International English Language Proficiency Test (iTEP). A waiver of this requirement may be available for IELI Bridge to University graduate-level students.
The Education Specialist in School Psychology program admits students for the fall semester only. Priority application review for fall admission begins February 1.
Following formal application and meeting the graduate school's general admission criteria, the EdS in School Psychology program utilizes multiple criteria for admission:
An official transcript from the institution that awarded your bachelor's degree
An overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 or above
An undergraduate major in psychology or education
Passing score on the MTEL Communication and Literacy subtest (may be completed during the first semester of study)
Official transcript from each graduate institution that awarded your degree(s) or course credit, if applicable
Applicants from countries outside of the United States in which English is not the language of instruction, must also submit a score of 79 or above on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), a score of 6.5 or above on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), a score of 100 or above on the Duolingo Test, a score of 59 or above on the Pearson PTE test, or a score of 4 or above on the International English Language Proficiency Test (iTEP). A waiver of this requirement may be available for IELI Bridge to University graduate-level students.
The Education Specialist in School Psychology program admits students for the fall semester only. Priority application review for fall admission begins February 1.
Following formal application and meeting the graduate school's general admission criteria, the EdS in School Psychology program utilizes multiple criteria for admission:
An official transcript from the institution that awarded your bachelor's degree
An overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 or above
An undergraduate major in psychology or education
Passing score on the MTEL Communication and Literacy subtest (may be completed during the first semester of study)
Official transcript from each graduate institution that awarded your degree(s) or course credit, if applicable
Tuition
USD
9,084