School Psychometry
UAB’s School Psychometry program (Class A certification or M.A.Ed.) embodies a two-fold purpose. Its first purpose is to prepare candidates to serve as a school psychometrist to assist in meeting the evolving needs of learners, in grades K-12, within today’s rapidly changing society. Its second purpose is to deliver cutting-edge instruction through a standards-based, inquiry-focused approach. This approach prepares candidates to administer psychological services in the schools. These services include the administration of psychoeducational assessments on students referred for special services. The program ensures that a quality program is available to candidates who may be unable to attend class during traditional class hours. This program is delivered through a totally online platform.
For detailed information regarding admission requirements for the School of Education and Human Sciences graduate programs, please visit the Admissions Requirements website at www.uab.edu/education/studentservices/admission-requirements.
| Requirements | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ECT 620 | Formative and Summative Assessment | 3 |
| ECT 623 | Instructional Methods | 3 |
| ECT 625 | Positive Behavioral Supports | 3 |
| ECY 600 | Introduction to Exceptional Learner | 3 |
| EPR 594 | Introduction to Educational Research Design | 3 |
| EPR 614 | Lifespan Human Development | 3 |
| ESP 600 | Seminar in School Psychometry | 3 |
| ESP 627 | Practicum in Schl Psych | 1 |
| ESP 628 | Indiv Assess Child/Youth I | 3 |
| ESP 629 | Indiv Assess Child/Youth II | 3 |
| ESP 689 | Internship-School Psychometry | 6 |
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Advisor approved electives at the 500 or 600 level.
School Psychometry Certification
The Graduate Non-Degree School Psychometry Certification Program requires a minimum of 31 credit hours.
| Requirements | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ESP 600 | Seminar in School Psychometry | 3 |
| ECT 620 | Formative and Summative Assessment | 3 |
| ECT 623 | Instructional Methods 2 | 3 |
| EPR 614 | Lifespan Human Development | 3 |
| ECT 625 | Positive Behavioral Supports 2 | 3 |
| ESP 627 | Practicum in Schl Psych | 1 |
| ESP 628 | Indiv Assess Child/Youth I | 3 |
| ESP 629 | Indiv Assess Child/Youth II | 3 |
| EPR 594 | Introduction to Educational Research Design | 3 |
| ECY 600 | Introduction to Exceptional Learner 1 | 3 |
| ESP 689 | Internship-School Psychometry | 6 |
| Total Hours | 34 | |
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Not required if previously completed
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Approved diversity course
Program Requirements here
Master of Arts in Education in School Psychometry
The M.A.Ed. School Psychometry Program requires a minimum of 31credit hours.
| Requirements | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ESP 600 | Seminar in School Psychometry | 3 |
| ECT 620 | Formative and Summative Assessment | 3 |
| ECT 623 | Instructional Methods 2 | 3 |
| EPR 614 | Lifespan Human Development | 3 |
| ECT 625 | Positive Behavioral Supports 2 | 3 |
| ESP 627 | Practicum in Schl Psych | 1 |
| ESP 628 | Indiv Assess Child/Youth I | 3 |
| ESP 629 | Indiv Assess Child/Youth II | 3 |
| EPR 594 | Introduction to Educational Research Design | 3 |
| ECY 600 | Introduction to Exceptional Learner 1 | 3 |
| ESP 689 | Internship-School Psychometry | 6 |
| Total Hours | 34 | |
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May not be required if previously completed
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Approved diversity course
Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in School Psychology
Approved April 14, 2023
| Requirements | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Instructional Support Area | ||
| ESP 630 | Applied Neuropsychology in the School | 3 |
| ESP 631 | Crisis Intervention & Prevention in Schools | 3 |
| ESP 632 | Consultation & Intervention for Learning & Behavior Problems | 3 |
| ESP 627 | Practicum in Schl Psychometry | 1 |
| Survey of Special Education Course | ||
| ECY 600 | Introduction to Exceptional Learner | 0-3 |
| EDC 732 | Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Instruction | 3 |
| Internship | ||
| ESP 689 | Internship-School Psychometry | 12 |
| Additional Courses | ||
| ECT 527 | Collaborative Processes | 3 |
| ECT 619 | Methods of Reading Assessment, Instruction, and Intervention | 3 |
| ECY 689 | Advanced Topics in Special Education/ School Psychometry | 1 |
| EPR 608 | Introduction to Statistical Methods in Educational Research | 3 |
| Total Hours | 35-38 | |