School psychologists are highly trained in both psychology and education. They help children and youth succeed academically, socially and emotionally. They collaborate with educators, parents and other professionals to create safe, healthy and supportive learning environments for all students that strengthen connections between home and school. 

Work in the field
In addition to learning foundational concepts, our program incorporates hands-on experiences starting in the first semester. Students will be required to complete 1,200 hours of fieldwork during their course of studies. The blend of theory and practical experience provides a model for success in the student’s internship and career as a school psychologist.

Faith integration
The program focuses on moral and ethical standards along with faith integration in the field. Graduates of the program share a deeply rooted commitment to recognize and realize the potential of every child and student. 

Student Learning

Evidence of Student Learning

1. PPS candidates communicate in a supportive, problem-solving fashion using active listening, flexibility and effective facilitation.
2. PPS candidates have an awareness of cultural factors that impact student development, behavioral functioning, and home interactions. PPS candidates understand the implications of diversity upon the design and administration of assessments and interventions.
3. PPS candidates help students, parents, and teachers effectively access technology, as well as how to enhance learning with appropriate technologies. PPS candidates use technology and database in evidence based practice, decision making, program evaluation, assessment and progress monitoring.

Application Requirements

Application DeadlinesFallSpring

PriorityMay 15November 1

StandardAugust 1December 1

Now accepting applications for Fall 2022

• Application for admission with a $45 graduate application fee
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university which is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or the evaluated equivalency.
• Official transcripts of all college coursework
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 or presentation of a minimum combined score of 300 on the verbal and quantitative sections of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or passing score on the CSET exam to overcome a low grade point average.
• Three graduate program recommendations from professional sources who can address the candidate's potential for success in education.
• Prerequisites: 12 units of undergraduate or graduate semester hours in general psychology, abnormal psychology or theories of personality, introductory statistics, and life span development or growth development and learning.
• Proof of having taken the CBEST. (A passing score is required by the end of the second semester of enrollment.
• Valid Certificate of Clearance from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
• Essay of at least 500 words that includes your purpose for entering the program, reasons for choosing to study at California Baptist University and why you are personally suited to be a school psychologist working with special needs and/or at-risk students.
• Selected applicants will be invited for an interview.

Tuition-$65,000 for 2 2/3 years