Section R277-306-2 - School Psychologist Preparation Programs(1) A Utah institution of higher education may seek approval by the Board for a school psychologist preparation program if the program: (a) results in a masters degree or higher in school psychology;(b) meets the 2010 Standards for Graduate Preparation of School Psychologists created by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP);(c) prepares candidates to provide comprehensive and integrated services across the ten general domains of school psychology as defined in the 2010 Model for Comprehensive and Integrated School Psychological Services;(d) prepares candidates to follow the 2010 Principles for Professional Ethics created by NASP; and(e) includes school-based clinical experiences for a candidate to observe, practice skills, and reflect on practices that:(i) are significant in number, depth, breadth, and duration; and(ii) are progressively more complex.(2) For a program applicant accepted after January 1, 2020, a school psychologist preparation program shall require multiple opportunities for a program applicant to successfully demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills gained through the program in a school-based setting in each of the following: (a) administering varied models and methods of assessment and data collection for:(i) identifying strengths and needs of students;(ii) developing effective services and programs for students; and(iii) measuring progress and outcomes for students;(b) implementing varied models and strategies of consultation, collaboration, and communication with individuals, families, groups, and systems;(c) implementing varied strategies that promote social-emotional functioning and mental health in students; and collecting and analyzing data for evaluation and support of effective practices at the individual, group, and systems levels.(3) An individual that holds the Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) credential issued by NASP meets the out of state licensing requirement for a professional school psychologist license area of concentration detailed in Subsection R277-301-5(3)(c)(ii).Utah Admin. Code R277-306-2
Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2020-03, effective 1/14/2020Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2020-13, effective 6/10/2020Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2020-14, effective 7/9/2020Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2023-04, effective 2/8/2023