School Psychology FAQ

PPS Credential/Masters School Psychology

1. Do I need to be accepted into the school psychology program to begin taking school psychology courses?
2. Do I need to take the Writing Proficiency Exam (WPE)?
3. How do I obtain course waivers for classes I’ve taken at another university?
4. How long will it take me to complete the School Psychology Program?
5. How much does the program cost?
6. I have a school psychology credential from another state. How do I get a credential in California?
7. What are the admission procedures?
8. What are the requirements for admission to the school psychology credential program?
9. What do school psychologists do?
10. What if I move out of state after completing the program? Will I be eligible for a school psychology credential in another state?
11. What is a school psychologist?
12. What is the School Psychology program looking for in a student?
13. What is the difference between fieldwork and internship?
14. What is the relationship between the school psychology credential program and masters programs?
15. What is the school psychology credential program?
16. What is unique or special about the CSULB school psychology program?
17. What other requirements I should know about for the PPS credential in School Psychology?
18. When is the application due for the PPS crendential in School Psychology?
19. Where do I get an application for the PPS credential in School Psychology?
20. Whom do I contact for more information about the PPS School Psychology program?
21. Will the coursework I completed at another university count towards completing the School Psychology program?

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Last update: 3/23/06