School Psychology application advice and how to select the best program (ft. Brad)

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[@theadee7490]

Hi Tiffany! I just wanted to say thanks for your videos. I was just accepted to a School Psych program (totally different background for my undergrad) and your videos were a HUGE help!

[@TiffanyLee]

Congrats on getting into a program and starting your school psych journey! I'm so excited for you! I'm glad that the videos were helpful in your process :D

[@stephaniespivak6225]

Trying to find and apply to a program for school psychology as we speak. Very helpful

[@peterexperience]

Can’t wait for more from this series!!

[@TiffanyLee]

ET Peter I have more coming!

[@bradleydavis2855]

I had such a blast Tiffany! :)

[@TiffanyLee]

This was so fun!

[@kaitlynburke1584]

@10:00 About the “why” you’re choosing a particular program-I’m with you, Tiffany. Honestly, I just want to attend an accredited program that is close to me and has a good reputation. So in my personal statement, would I state aspects of the program that make it unique and appealing? Should I avoid mentioning that it’s the closest option for me?

[@TiffanyLee]

I think you can emphasize that point by saying you feel a close tie to the area or you're knowledgeable about the school systems because you live there, etc. Definitely include aspects of the program that are unique and appealing because that shows that you've done your research and have a genuine interest in the program. Hope this helps!

[@NamesTheseDays]

Very cool!

[@TheZulema2005]

Awesome video! I graduated with in BS Psychology a few years ago and currently work at a K-8 school. Never took my GRE and I'm now beginning to study for it as it's required for the school psych program I want to apply to. Any advise on how to study for it and how much it impacts your potential acceptance? It's honestly my biggest hurdle in the road towards my goal.

[@TiffanyLee]

I bought a big fat GRE prep book and took a few weeks just doing practice questions and full length tests to get used to the format/timing. From what I've seen and heard, most programs prefer good work/research experience over a perfect GRE score. You can also let your personality and aptitude shine during your interview. I would still study and put some effort into the test but not stress too much about it! Hope this helps!

[@TheZulema2005]

@@TiffanyLee thank you so much! My big fat book arrived today.....looks intimidating but I'm ready! 😊

[@baileyadams5877]

Hi Tiffany! I love your videos. I am in the beginning stages of looking for a school psych program do you have any tips in actually finding a program? is there some sort of website that can help?

[@TiffanyLee]

YES!! You can check out the NASP website for a list of approved programs. You definitely want to make sure it's NASP or APA approved to help you land a job anywhere.

[@rominapardo-cardenas3864]

I recently went to speak to an old professor to get advice on what masters degree to pursue, when I told him how interested I was in school psychology he shut me down completely. He said that there are no careers in that field and that I will waste my time and money on a dead end masters degree. He also said that I'd be better off picking something else because the people that he knows that pursued a masters in school psychology, never found jobs in their field. After leaving his office I felt like crap being that I really looked up to this professor and he made me feel like a dumbass, because not only did he make me feel bad about what I want to do, he also went into how much a degree is and basically told me I wouldn't be able to do it based on my finances lol. My point is since you're in the program now, have you received any help in finding a job for when you are done with school or do you know anyone personally who has gotten a job in school psychology.

[@TiffanyLee]

Hi! Thank you so much for your comment. In the United States, there is a school psychology work force shortage currently (you can check the NASP website for more info). You can probably find a job in many states as long as you attended a NASP approved program. I don’t think school psychology is the most lucrative field but I guarantee that you won’t have an issue landing a job after graduating. Hope this helps!!

[@3ofcupsweddingsevents874]

Hi Tiffany, I'm getting my degree in Social and Behavior Science but I want to go to graduate school for School Psychology. I have a lot of hands-on experience with kids in different settings. I have worked as a PCA in a life skills classroom for two years and I've coached high school cheerleading for 3. I also volunteer for my county fair every year in their youth programs, plus I've worked as a camp counselor for 3 consecutive summers. I'm really worried that because I'm not getting a traditional psych degree for my undergrad that I won't be as competitive or considered. Even though the degree program I''m in is psychology course intensive, I'm afraid that I'm hurting myself here. I'm a little too far along to switch majors comfortably. Does this matter or am I building it up in my head a lot?

[@TiffanyLee]

Many programs do prefer a traditional psychology degree because of how the courses build upon basic psych knowledge. However, it may differ by program so I would suggest reaching out to some of the programs and asking about their specific requirements. Some of my classmates had to take one or two additional classes during the summer to fulfill those prerequisites. Hope this helps!

[@jaymiepressley4815]

Hello Tiffany, could you do a video on school psychology graduate personal essays? Please give us some examples ....So stressed about that! lol

[@TiffanyLee]

tbh I'm not the best writer but I can share what I submitted and also point you to some other resources that may be helpful. it's definitely a stressful part of the application. thanks for the suggestion!

[@iRockTVProductions]

@@TiffanyLee hey would you mind sharing what you submitted?? I am struggling on this part!!

[@Deesyda14]

What if a program that you are interested in doesn’t have an interview process. Therefore not being able to get in deeper about the program. But you love the tuition cost and it’s in a nice city

[@TiffanyLee]

DeeDee Mejia hey DeeDee! That’s a tough position to be in. Tuition and location are definitely important factors but if you want to get a better idea of the program, I would either visit the campus or ask some questions via email or phone call. If you’re looking at several options, learning more in-depth about the programs will help you make the right decision. Hope this helps!

[@meganp340]

I wish there was a EdS degree in school psychology and counseling!

[@TiffanyLee]

I've actually seen PhD programs with both but I'm not sure about EdS programs! More counseling training would've been really helpful

[@meganp340]

@@TiffanyLee I did find like two programs that have concentrations in counseling so I think I'll apply to those. :) I know you are located in Virginia, but I'm confused still about the difference between the EdS degree and just like an MA in school psychology? I spoke to a school psychologist this morning and even she didn't really know what the EdS degree was lol. Maybe its a newer thing. I did watch your video on the difference but she told me with just a MA I can go right to working. Is that not true? It was a while ago that she graduated. Also your youtube channel has inspired me to pursue this profession and I decided its perfect for me so thank-you. :)

[@meganp340]

Also did you relocate to a different state for your grad program or no? Because I want to relocate for my grad program but I don't want to screw myself over with the credentials and everything.

[@meganp340]

picking where you will apply is the worst part of graduate school lol I feel like it takes forever!!!!

[@TiffanyLee]

There are so many options!! I think prioritizing what's important to you can help but it's definitely hard