School Psychology FAQ Detail

PPS Credential/Masters School Psychology

17. What do school psychologists do?

1. School psychologists tailor their services to the particular needs of each child and each situation. School psychologists use many different approaches, but most provide these core services:

   Consultation.
   --provide healthy and effective alternatives to teachers, parents, and administrators about problems in learning and behavior
   --help others understand child development and how it affects learning and behavior
   --strengthen working relationships between educators, parents and community services

   Education.
   Provide training on topics such as:
   --teaching and learning strategies
   --classroom management techniques
   --working with students who have disabilities or unusual talents
   --substance abuse
   --crisis management

   Research and Planning.
   --evaluate the effectiveness of academic programs, behavior management systems, and other services
   --generate new knowledge about learning and behavior
   --contribute to planning and evaluating school-wide reform and restructuring

   Health Care Provision.
   --collaborate with school and community-based personnel to provide a comprehensive model of school-linked health services

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Last update: 3/23/06