Master of Education [M.Ed] [Educational, School, and Counseling Psychology (with emphasis in School Psychology)] From University of Missouri

The Masters of Education (M.Ed.) program in School Psychology is completed concurrently with the Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) program in School Psychology.? The M.Ed. program itself is not a terminal degree program.? Students admitted to the Educational Specialist degree program will complete degree requirements (coursework and comprehensive examination) for the Masters in Education by the end of the Winter semester of their second year in the program.? Students admitted to the M.Ed./Ed.S. programs in School Psychology are prepared to work with children, youth, families, and educators to promote effective functioning in the areas of learning, behavior, and mental health in schools. Operating from a problem solving framework, our focus is on preparing data-based decision makers capable of intervening to address both individual- and systems-level challenges.? Students develop professional competencies in assessment, intervention, consultation, and research/evaluation. Completion of the M.Ed. program alone does not lead to state certification as a School Psychologist, however graduates of both the M.Ed. and Ed.S. programs are eligible for state certification as a School Psychologist in Missouri and in most other states, though additional requirements may need to be fulfilled per each state?s certification rules.