Grand Valley State University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS)
School Psychology, M.S. & Psy.S.
Allendale, USA
MSc
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
STUDY FORMAT
Key Summary
About: The School Psychology M.S. & Psy.S. programme trains school-based mental health providers in assessment, prevention and intervention for academic, social and behavioral needs. The full-time programme lasts three years and requires 68 credit hours, 600 practicum hours, and a 1200-hour internship. Graduates may apply for licensure. Coursework supports BCBA eligibility; programme is NASP approved and offers K-12 certification.
Career Outcomes: Graduates work as school psychologists delivering assessment, consultation, behavior intervention and crisis support in K-12 schools. You can pursue roles as BCBA candidates, special education consultants, district psychological staff or school-based mental health clinicians amid strong demand and shortages. Keywords: assessment, intervention, consultation, behavioral analysis, practicum, internship, licensure, NASP, K-12 certification.
School psychologists are mental health providers who collaborate with school professionals to improve academic and behavior outcomes. The graduate program in School Psychology offers extensive training in the assessment, prevention, and intervention of academic, social, and mental health problems that affect a wide range of youth in school settings.
The full-time program spans three years, and includes extensive coursework and practicum experiences. Upon graduation, students are eligible to apply for licensure as a school psychologist. Every student is automatically admitted to the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) certificate program.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The program requires a minimum of 68 credit hours including an internship. Students complete coursework and 600 practicum hours in school and clinical settings during the first two years of the program followed by a 1200 hour internship in a school setting during the third year.
WHY STUDY SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY AT GRAND VALLEY?
The program is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP).
All required coursework is provided to pursue certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
The program offers the K-12 School Psychologist Certification.
The program is connected to state projects, field experiences, and national standards in which students participate through high-quality and meaningful experiences.
There is a critical shortage at both the state and national level for psychologists of all disciplines, with faster than average job growth; and school psychologist is listed on the "100 Best Jobs" report by U.S. News.
LOCATION & FORMAT
Graduate students in this major study at Grand Valley's Allendale Campus and the Robert C. Pew Grand Rapids Campus.
Format: Face To Face
CAREER OPTIONS
School psychologists work directly with students, as well as teachers, administrators, parents and other professionals to impact school buildings, classrooms and student outcomes. There are many career opportunities for school psychologists; and, The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects faster than average job growth in the field.
