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Master of Science in School Psychology

The School Psychology Program at
the University of Hartford
enjoys a national reputation.
Highlights include:

* Joint NASP/NCATE Program Approval & Recognition
* 98% Employment within 2 Months of Graduation
* Credentialing Options Including
        Certified School Psychologist
        Nationally Certified School Psychologist
* Clinical Child Counseling Specialty Opportunity
    For Credentialing as a

Licensed Professional Counselor
Nationally Certified Counselor

Thank you for your interest in the Master's in School Psychology Program in the Department of Psychology at the University of Hartford. The School Psychology program is an integrated full-time program, with a three-year sequence of course work and practicum experiences, leading to the both a Master of Science Degree and a Sixth-Year Certificate.
The mission of this program in professional psychology is to prepare school psychologists with particular competencies to work with children, families, and educational systems. It is designed to prepare highly qualified practitioners whose primary role is to maximize learning and developmental opportunities for children. Specifically, the program’s primary goal is to produce highly competent clinicians who will meet employment demands for services involving: 1) Assessment and Diagnosis, 2) Counseling and Psychotherapy, and 3) Consultation and Collaboration.
The program is planned to be completed in three academic years of full-time study. The program is administratively housed within the Department of Psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences, is part of the Certification Council in the School of Education, and the program holds accreditation from the Connecticut State Department of Education as well as national approval from the National Association of School Psychologists and National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education partnership (NASP/NCATE).