School Psychology, EdS at George Mason University

Programme overview

The EdS is the most widely recognized degree in School Psychology and the credential required for the hiring of school psychologists by most school systems. The 66 credit EdS in School Psychology comprises the curriculum and the 1,200-hour internship (i.e., the Master of Arts plus 30 credits).

Faculty: College of Education and Human Development | Duration: 66-71 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Fairfax, VA, United States

What you will study

Total 66-71 credits. Curriculum courses listed include Advanced Child Assessment; Counseling Theories; Literacy Foundations and Instruction for School Psychologists; Consultation and Applied Behavioral Analysis; Role and Function of the School Psychologist; Schools as Systems Practicum in School Psychology.

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Entry requirements

Applicants to all graduate programs at George Mason University must meet the admission standards and application requirements for graduate study as specified in Graduate Admissions . All applicants will be required to complete the graduate admissions requirements of CEHD: Resume Goals Statement Transcript Two letters of recommendation In addition to these requirements for graduate admission, the EdS degree will require applicants to submit the following: Evidence (via transcript) of having taken 5 prerequisite undergraduate courses that cover the following topics: general psychology, statistics, research methods, abnormal psychology, and developmental psychology. Optional: General GRE. If submitted, the score must be no more than 5 years old.

Graduate applicants pay a non-refundable $75 application fee. Application deadlines and requirements differ by programme and are listed on each programme's page.

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