There are ten assumptions that underlie the coursework and applied experiences for a degree in the school psychology program. The range of school psychology's impact includes, but is not limited to, the application of theory and research in the psycho-social development and learning of children and youth, social interaction processes, prevention and competence enhancement strategies, instructional intervention and program development, delivery of mental health services, and systems change, as well as contributions to the attainability of the national educational goals.
School psychologists fill a wide range of positions within the educational enterprise.
We train practitioners, trainers of practitioners, and researchers who are committed to translating research and theory into practice. Although different theoretical perspectives are provided in training, the importance of an ecological perspective is emphasized. Individual behavior is best understood within the various environmental contexts in which it naturally occurs. The explanations are more likely dependent upon multiple causes that have multivariate linkages with observed behavior. A systems and developmental perspective is integral to delivery of effective school psychological services.