What School Psychologists DoDiagnose and implement individual or schoolwide interventions or strategies to address educational, behavioral, or developmental issues that adversely impact educational functioning in a school. May address student learning and behavioral problems and counsel students or families. May design and implement performance plans, and evaluate performance. May consult with other school-based personnel.
- Compile and interpret students' test results, along with information from teachers and parents, to diagnose conditions and to help assess eligibility for special services.
- Maintain student records, including special education reports, confidential records, records of services provided, and behavioral data.
- Report any pertinent information to the proper authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse.
- Select, administer, and score psychological tests.
- Interpret test results and prepare psychological reports for teachers, administrators, and parents.
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Minimum EducationMaster Degree
Career ProspectsSteady (Staying constant (within 1%))
Training TimeOver 4 years
Job Openings3,800 Annually
Median Earnings
$118,310 in California
$86,930 Nationally
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- Relating with or serving others
- Thinking and problem solving
you value
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- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Speaking
- Writing
- Reading Comprehension
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Bachelor's DegreeA bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.
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