School Psychology, EdS
The IU Online EdS in School Psychology is a practitioner-oriented program. It offers coursework in three primary areas: professional studies in school psychology, psychological foundations, and research/inquiry methods.
As a student in the program, you study the school psychologist’s professional role and how to deliver comprehensive services. Coursework covers such topics as assessment; intervention; social justice and equity; and effectively communicating with students, parents, school administrators, and others. In addition, you complete school-based practica and a 1,200 clock-hours internship to gain required, specific, experiences.
Graduates of the program are eligible for certification as a school psychologist in Indiana and may be eligible in other states.
About the Format
You will progress through the EdS in School Psychology as part of a student cohort. The program was designed to allow working adults to complete the degree in four years by taking courses during the academic year and summer.
Some courses will include an on-campus component, details for which will be provided in the course schedule. Accommodations are possible for those who cannot attend in person. Students will work with a program director and course instructor to determine appropriate accommodations as needed. For additional information about the in-person component, please contact iuograd@iu.edu or call 833-930-2092.
Degree Requirements
To earn the EdS in School Psychology, you must complete 65 semester credit hours at the graduate level.
Requirements are broken down as follows:
- Inquiry (6 credit hours)
- Counseling (3 credit hours)
- Cognition/learning basis of behavior (3 credit hours)
- Human development (3 credit hours)
- Special education (6 credit hours)
- Core school psychology (44 credit hours, including practica)
Transfer Credits
Students can transfer up to 6 graduate credit hours with the permission of the faculty committee.
This program is taught by IU Bloomington, IU East, and IU Kokomo.