阿兹塞太平洋大学

Degree Pathways in School Psychology

Pathway 1: Educational Specialist Degree with master’s and Credential, 66 Units

Become a sought-after Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) when you graduate and pass the Praxis II School Psychology Examination.

Pathway 2: Add an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Specialization, 89 Units

In addition to the dual degrees and credential, an ABA specialty equips you to expand your role in schools and clinical settings, providing vital services and treatment for children and adolescents with autism and related disabilities. This program satisfies the educational requirements for a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

Pathway 3: Add a Clinical and Educationally Related Mental Health Counseling Specialization, 81 Units

Adding a specialty in ERMHS to your dual degrees and credential opens further career opportunities within school systems, where you will provide designated support for students with emotional or behavioral disorders. This specialization also satisfies the educational requirements for a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC).

Career Paths

With a solid understanding of the issues and pressures facing pupils today, candidates with this embedded dual Educational Psychology degree and credential are well equipped to serve as school psychologists in public school settings and communicate with pupils of all cultures, socioeconomic levels, and learning abilities.

Additional Career Paths with Specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Graduates with an added specialty in ABA are equipped to provide vital services for the growing population of children and adolescents diagnosed with autism and related disabilities. At Azusa Pacific, candidates gain academic and practical experience to administer Christ-centered, compassionate behavioral interventions and supports for youth and their families.

Additional Career Paths with Specialization in Clinical and Educationally Related Mental Health Counseling

An added specialty in ERMHS counseling allows candidates to provide designated support services for students with emotional or behavioral disorders.