Spy 671 Individual Differences in Human Behavior (3)
Emphasis on multiple theoretical perspectives and research in understanding and explaining the bases of individual differences and their effects in a variety of contexts. Relevance of these as a foundation for the practice of professional psychology. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Spy 672 Developmental Neuropsychology (3)
Study of brain-behavior relationships across the developmental lifespan with special emphasis on neurodevelopment. A review of recent concepts, problems, and methods in the field. Issues from neuroanatomy to higher mental processes and rehabilitation. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Spy 673 Social Psychology Foundations in Professional Psychology (3)
Introduction to social psychology theory, concepts, and research with emphasis on social cognition, influence, interpersonal relationships, prosocial behavior, aggression, prejudice, and group dynamics. Relevance of these concepts as a foundation for the practice of professional psychology. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Spy 687 Institute (1-9)
A special course, not part of the pattern of regular offerings, designed to meet non-recurring needs.
Spy 690 Introduction to School Psychology (3)
Introduction to school psychology, including a historical overview of the field, ethical and legal issues, and current roles and functions of school psychologists. Prerequisite: First-year students enrolled in school psychology program or consent of instructor.
Spy 691 Pre-Practicum (1)
This course provides initial supervised experiences in public schools. Focuses of this experience include principles, ethical and legal practices, and applications of school psychology in addressing the needs of children, adolescents, families, and staff. This experience will be jointly supervised by a university faculty member and on-site certified school psychologist. Prerequisite: Enrollment in School Psychology CAS or PsyD Programs. Consent of instructor.
Spy 780 Psychoeducational Assessment I: Intellectual (4)
Introduction to the nature of human intelligence/cognitive abilities, its measurement, test bias, and the assessment of individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, evaluation of information obtained during the assessment process through empirically-based, psychometrically defensible methods. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Spy 781 Assessment to Inform Academic Instruction Within a Multi-Tiered System of Support (3)
Ultimately, a measure of student achievement (e.g., literacy, math) is only as good as its proven ability to predict what type and intensity of instruction a student needs. This course will review (a) the scientific frameworks through which such measures are designed and tested, with a particular emphasis on curriculum-based measurement, (b) selection and use of such instruments for formative and summative decision-making in schools, and (c) modification of the instructional environment across tiers based on sound data. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the School Psychology CAS or PsyD program.
Spy 782 Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Assessment (3)
Introduction to the theory, research, and application of methods for assessing social, emotional, and behavioral functioning of children and adolescents. Experience administering, scoring, and interpreting assessment results, and writing reports in an ethical manner. Prerequisite: Spy 780 and Spy 781.
Spy 783 Applied Behavior Analysis (3)
This course will introduce students to the foundational components of applied behavioral analysis, the behavioral therapy with the most empirical evidence in generating positive outcomes for youth and adults. We will emphasize how such technologies improve student wellbeing within schools through well planned evidence-based instruction and intervention. The course will include foundations in data collection and functional assessment, measurement and decision-making; reinforcement to teach academic and nonacademic behaviors; reducing the frequency of problem behaviors; generalization strategies; and ethics in the use of applied behavior analysis strategies. The class emphasize learning embedded within classroom environments, supported by school practitioners.
Spy 784 ( E Psy 784) School Crisis Preparedness and Intervention (3)
Overview of school crisis prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery, with a focus on crisis plans, multidisciplinary crisis teams, and rationale and procedures for psychological triage and indirect and direct interventions to increase adaptive coping. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Spy 785 Behavioral Consultation and Intervention (3)
Introduction to behavioral consultation and intervention with children and adolescents, with an emphasis on school settings. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the School Psychology CAS or PsyD program.
Spy 786 (E Psy 786) Instructional Consultation and Intervention (3)
Overview of instructional consultation theory, research, and practice in the use of data-based decision making for the selection, design, implementation, and evaluation of empirically-based comprehensive instructional consultation and academic interventions. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Spy 787 Psychotherapy in Schools (3)
Overview of theory, practice, and research on individual and group psychotherapeutic interventions with children and adolescents across legal, ethical, developmental, and cultural contexts. Emphasis on the use and evaluation of evidence-based interventions. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the School Psychology CAS or PsyD program.
Spy 788 Prevention and Health Promotion (3)
Introduction to population-based mental and physical health promotion and the prevention of academic, behavioral, and social-emotional problems in schools through organizational consultation and intervention. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the School Psychology CAS or PsyD program.
Spy 789 Developmental Psychopathology (3)
Introduction to child and adolescent psychopathology, including diagnostic systems and evidence-based assessment and intervention practices, with a particular emphasis on their use in schools. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Spy 790 Field Experience I: Practicum in School Psychology (3)
Initial supervised experiences in the principles, ethical and legal practices, and applications of school psychology in conducting comprehensive assessments, consultation, counseling, and integrated report writing with actual children and youth, two days per week in public schools. Interns also participate in regularly scheduled didactic training. Prerequisites: Spy 780, Spy 781 and concurrent enrollment in Spy 785, 786, 787, 788, or consent of instructor.
Spy 792 Advanced Psychotherapy in Schools (3)
Successful counseling with children and adolescents is built on the ability to create connections based on trust, reliability, and consistency. It involves knowing which evidence-based techniques are appropriate to utilize in each unique situation, as well as the flexibility to be able to make momentary adjustments in order to meet the needs of your students. The adage of school psychologists "wearing many hats" is no truer than in the area of counseling, where each student will require an individualized approach. This course will build upon principles and interventions discussed in Spy 787 to help you develop the necessary knowledge and skills to provide therapeutic support to students in need. Prerequisites: Completion of Spy 787 and consent of instructor.
Spy 798 Seminar in Selected Topics in School Psychology (1-6)
Provides intensive study of selected theoretical and professional issues in school psychology. Specific topics to be announced at time of offering. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Spy 799 Research Issues in School Psychology (3)
Advanced examination of current research areas and methodologies, including research ethics, in school psychology. Experience in developing and evaluating research studies. Prerequisite: Psy 750 or equivalent; consent of instructor.
Spy 887 Institute in Education (1-9)
A special course, not part of the pattern of regular offerings, designed to meet non-recurring needs.
Spy 890 Field Experience I: Psych-Educational/Clinical (2-6)
Supervised experience in aspects of school psychological services. Divisional permission.
Spy 894 CAS Internship in School Psychology (3)
Culminating supervised internship experiences in public schools for CAS students in the principles, ethical and legal practices, and applications of school psychology in addressing the needs of children, youth, families, and staff. Interns also participate in regularly scheduled didactic training. Prerequisites: Spy 780, 781, 782, 785, 786, 787, 788, 790, or consent of instructor. This course is limited to students matriculated in the School Psychology CAS or PsyD program.
Spy 895 Field Experience II: School (PsyD) (3)
Initial supervised experiences in public schools, 3 days a week, in the principles, ethical and legal practices, and applications of school psychology in addressing the needs of children, youth, families, and staff. Prerequisites: Spy 780, 781, 782, 785, 786, 787, 788, 790, or consent of instructor. This course is limited to students matriculated in the School Psychology CAS or PsyD program.
Spy 896 Field Experience III: Advanced Field School or Agency (3-12)
Advanced, supervised experiences in an approved public school or agency for PsyD students; refinement of previously learned skills; development of more specialized skills to address the needs of children, youth, families, and staff using ethical and legal practices. Under joint supervision of a university faculty member and on-site certified or licensed psychologists. Trainees also participate in regularly scheduled didactic training. Course grading is Load Only and does not earn credit. Prerequisites: Spy 780, 781, 782, 785, 786, 787, 788, 790, 895, or consent of instructor. This course is limited to students matriculated in the School Psychology CAS or PsyD program.
Spy 898 Internship (Psy.D.) (1-12)
Supervised experience in an approved setting. Course grading is Load Only and does not earn credit. This course is for School Psychology PsyD students only.
Spy 899 Professional Dissertation (1)
Required of all candidates completing the Psy.D. Registration for this course is limited to doctoral students who have been admitted to candidacy. Course grading is Load Only and does not earn credit.