During these school practica, students develop professional skills in assessment, consultation, intervention, counseling, and case management. Many of the core courses require projects that are completed in the schools during practica. By the end of these practica, students will have more than 700 hours of school experience. After completing all coursework at the university, students complete a 1200-hour internship at sites of their choosing. Since the inception of the school psychology program, all UW-L graduates have secured employment as school psychologists.
Some graduates also go on to positions in educational administration or related fields.