What is a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology? (Adapted from www.nasponline.org)

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What is a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology? (Adapted from

Free powerpoint template: 2 Who Are Licensed Specialists in School Psychology (LSSP)? Team with educators, parents, and other mental health professionals to provide services in public school settings Have specialized training in psychology and education Understand school systems, effective teaching, and successful learning

Free powerpoint template: 3 Areas of Training Mental Health Child Development School Organization Learning Behavior Modification Assessment

Free powerpoint template: 4 Training Requirements Masters (MS/MA) or Specialist degree (EdS, SSP) requires 60+ hours Doctoral degree (PhD, PsyD) requires 90+ Hours One year, school-based internship

Free powerpoint template: 5 Licensure/Certification Licensed by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists ( Formal title in Texas is Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP). 12 hours of professional development required each year. May also be nationally certified (NCSP).

Free powerpoint template: 6 What Do LSSPs Do? Tailor services to the needs of the individual child Different approaches include: –Consultation –Assessment –Intervention –Prevention –Education/Trainings –Research and Planning

Free powerpoint template: 7 Consultation Provide ideas to parents, teachers, and administrators to improve student progress. Participate in student-centered meetings before need for special education services. Help others understand child development and its interaction with learning strategies Serve as resource regarding federal and state special education law for staff members. Strengthen working relationships between parents, educators, and community services

Free powerpoint template: 8 Assessment Academic Skills Learning Aptitudes Personality and Emotional Development Social Skills Learning Environments and School Climate Eligibility for Special Education Crisis - Violence/Suicide risk

Free powerpoint template: 9 Intervention Conflicts and problems in learning and adjustment Counseling (for children and families) Social Skills Training and Behavior Management Crisis

Free powerpoint template: 10 Prevention Identification of learning difficulties Design programs for “at-risk” children Provide coping skills for disruptive behavior Foster appreciation and understanding of diversity Develop school-wide safety initiatives

Free powerpoint template: 11 Education/Trainings Provided to School Staff and Parents Teaching and Learning Strategies Classroom Management Techniques Working with Exceptional Children Substance Abuse Crisis Management

Free powerpoint template: 12 Research and Planning Evaluate effectiveness of academic programs and behavior management systems Generate knowledge about learning and behavior Contribute to planning and evaluating school-wide reform and restructuring

Free powerpoint template: 13 For Further Information: