Dyson College of Arts and Sciences

2 Psychology e Dyson College of Arts and Sciences offers three graduate-level psychology programs on the New York City Campus: Master of Arts in Psychology, Master of Science in Education-School Psychology, and Doctor of Psychology in School-Clinical Child Psychology. Students in the MSEd and PsyD programs may also complete a Bilingual Specialization that is approved by the New York State Department of Education for attaining a Bilingual Education Extension Certificate in School Psychology. DOCTOR OF PSYCHOLOGY IN SCHOOL-CLINICAL CHILD PSYCHOLOGY e PsyD Program in School-Clinical Child Psychology carefully in- tegrates field experience with academic preparation within a practi- tioner-scholar training model. Students are trained in psychological foundations, assessment and evaluation techniques, remediation and intervention procedures, psychotherapeutic interventions and applied re- search. Further, students are prepared as health service providers in the context of evidence-based practice. e focus of research training is to be able to conduct research that integrates science and practice, and applies existing knowledge to solve practical problems. Emphasis within the pro- gram is placed on professional preparation in the delivery of psychological services. Graduates of the doctoral program will have completed all pre-doctoral academic and internship requirements needed to be admitted to the New York State Licensing Examination for the professional practice of psycholo- gy. Typically graduates from the program have been awarded the Master of Science in Education (MSEd) in School Psychology (or equivalent program in school psychology), and been recommended for New York State Certifi- cation in School Psychology. e PsyD in School-Clinical Child Psycholo- gy is fully accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA) as a combined school-clinical program (e APA Committee on Accreditation is located at APA, 750 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242; (202) 336-5979). e PsyD program is also approved by the National Associa- tion of School Psychologists (NASP; 4340 East West Highway, Suite 402, Bethesda, MD 20814; (301) 657-0270). Full-Time or Part-Time Study Students may undertake the program on a full or part-time basis, but the program must be completed within 10 years. Class hours permit field work and generally allow for limited part-time employment in the first four years of study. Wherever possible, paid internships are arranged in order to help alleviate the financial expense involved. e program re- quires 111 credit hours of study, a Qualifying Examination aer the first year, a Comprehensive Examination, typically during the third or fourth year, a final internship (over one or two years), and a doctoral project. Residency Requirement A minimum of three years of residency at Pace University is required, in- cluding one year of full-time study. Purpose of the Program e goal of Pace University's PsyD Program in School-Clinical Child Psy- chology is to prepare professional psychologists as health service provid- ers with expertise in school and clinical psychology. ese professional psychologists will be prepared to develop, provide, supervise, and research a full range of evidence-based psychological services. ey will be unique- ly prepared to provide clinical and educational expertise and consultation within school and clinical settings in order to best serve children and fam- ilies across a variety of systems of service delivery. e program utilizes a practitioner-scholar training model that prepares psychologists to provide primarily direct and, to some extent, indirect services from a variety of theoretical perspectives. Admission Admission to the PsyD program is open to qualified holders of a bach- elor's degree from an accredited institution. Applicants must submit all transcripts from prior academic preparation, scores from the Graduate Record Examination (the general examination is required and the psy- chology examination is recommended), three letters of reference, a per- sonal statement, and a completed Pace University application form with the associated fee. Pace University participates under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Students with disabilities must notify the coordinator of services for students with disabilities, prior to matriculation, regarding possible ed- ucational modifications. For further information regarding the graduate psychology programs, please contact the Office of Graduate Admissions (212-346-1531 or Gradnyc@pace.edu). Selection Criteria Selection for admission is based on careful review of applicant folders by the PsyD core and associated faculty. Multiple criteria are employed to determine eligibility for admission, including previous levels of academic performance, GRE scores, letters of recommendation, previous work and research experience, as well as any aspects related to individual and cultur- al diversity or life experience that an applicant may bring to the program. Applicants selected for an interview will be interviewed by faculty and fre- quently by students as well. e interview process also typically includes an opportunity for interaction with current PsyD students. Final decisions are based upon faculty discussion focused on all aspects of an applicant's credentials. e PsyD program adheres to APA timelines pertaining to admissions decisions. Information pertaining to size of each class admit- ted, attrition rates, and other student outcomes can be found on the Pace University Psychology Department website. Program Prerequisites Students must have background preparation in abnormal psychology, de- velopmental psychology, experimental psychology, general psychology, personality theory, and statistics. In addition, students must have courses or show competencies in principles and problems in education and cur- riculum development or methods of teaching and instruction. Students should also have a knowledge base in human biology suitable for some- one preparing to become a health service psychologist. It is required that students have all psychology prerequisite preparation prior to entering the program. If incoming students are missing one or a few prerequisites, those requirements may be satisfied by taking appropriate undergraduate coursework during the summer, prior to matriculation, or successful com- pletions of the relevant, related examination(s). It is possible for students to complete some of the program prerequisites (i.e., education) aer pro- gram admission. Students need to be familiar with major theoretical concepts, empirical findings and historical trends in psychology, as well as some knowledge and experience using basic research methods. ey should possess excel- lent oral and written communication skills, a capacity for critical thinking, and an ability to act ethically. Students need to be able to work well with others and appreciate diversity in its broadest sense. ey must be open to examining personal values and to acquire and utilize professionally rele- vant knowledge regardless of their own beliefs and values.

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