this was extremely helpful for me! I am in my second year of undergrad for psychology at the University of Pittsburgh (Pennsylvania) and I kept going back and forth between school psych and being a licensed counselor. after hearing your pro's this sounds like more of a focused career i am looking for especially with the growing awareness of mental illness (FINALLY!) in public schools. there are not many school psych youtube videos and i really appreciate this one!
Megan Bashioum thank you so much for your support! I’m glad my videos can give you a little bit of insight into the program and field. You can absolutely be an advocate for mental health in this field especially in the midst of all those students and families
I just finished reading a book, the body keeps the score. After reading that book, i think it would be so important to have a school psychologist in a school, which would help kids and teens out to grow healthy adults. For a psychologist, it will be so rewarding but i guess very hard and difficult aa well. Good on you pursuing the study and career!👍
Hello Soyoon! I think school psychologists play a vital role in the school. I think now, more than ever, children need more mental health support in the schools. I'm glad you're interested in the field! Hope you're having a great day :D
I’m so excited to go into this field. Right now I’m finishing up my junior year as a child and adolescent development major with a minor in psych. I currently live in California but I wouldn’t mind moving to the east coast for school. What were some of the best programs you found in your area?
In Virginia, there's George Mason (where I am currently), James Madison, and UVA, which are all reputable schools. Keep in mind, though, some programs are master's/specialist level while others are doctoral. My cohort members also told me that Columbia, Temple, University of Delaware, and St. John's have great programs. Hope this helps!
Hi Tiffany, I am applying for a Fall 2019 school psychology program. You videos are very helpful! I can't wait to study and then get started, I think it would really suit my skill set and ambition to help people (plus getting summers off is great!). Thank you :)
Seneca the Younger yay so great to hear that my videos give a little bit of insight into the field. Good luck on your application and process!! Let me know if you have any other questions 😊
@@TiffanyLee Will do! Are you still in school? I was wondering how stressful you find the job if you started yet. Some people online seem to complain that it is really high stress but it might just be that particular district and/or their attitudes. Thank you :)
Seneca the Younger I’m currently still in school so I can’t speak for myself. I’ve heard that it can be stressful but very rewarding. The worst stories I heard were about teen mental health and school suicides along with admin pressure and school politics but if you really want to help children, I think it’s a career worth considering 👍🏻
Im currently looking into applying to School Psych programs and this is soooo helpful to watch! Everything you said if everything I look forward too. I also do ABA therapy now and its hard to have a work/life balance. Normal work hours are a must for me after getting my Masters.
ABA provides valuable experience and also helps the children and families receiving services but I totally understand the burnout from the job. I can't wait for normal hours and summer break!
I like that you get tons of training. I was recently laid off a full time and am looking for something like school psych that I would be passionate about . How do you enjoy the practicum?
I love that my program has so many practicum classes!! It provides ample opportunity to observe, train, and learn from mistakes before starting your career.
Thank you for this! Im currently working on my application to do a masters program and I was on the fence of whether or not to pick school psychology or mental health counseling so this video really helped me make my choice. School psychology seems to be so interesting and I love kids.
If you love working with children, you should definitely consider school psychology :) you can really make an impact on their lives and have a lot of face time with them if you make it your priority.
That you get to help children be the best they can be.😀 In England, I think they call ,School Physcology, Educational Physcology. Do you know if it is the same thing?
I've spoken to a few people in Europe and it seems like they use the term educational psychology instead of school psychology. In the US, ed. psych. refers to research in the education and psychology field. Do you currently live in England??
What other careers are there in school psychology besides being a school psychologist? What’s next after school psychology? Could I become a school principal?
Deneshia De’Shay I know some school psychs who have moved up to admin data lead positions for the district or academia like research and university professors. In Virginia (not sure about other states), you most often need an education background and additional courses to move up to administration (ie principal). Hope this helps!
Tiffany Lee Thanks, you definitely helped! What are some volunteer / job opportunities as an undergrad psychology student I can have that’ll be beneficial to becoming a school psychologist?
You can dip your feet in behavior therapy by applying for ABA jobs which would give you invaluable experience in the behavior and autism field. I also think any experience working with children/teaching and research would be helpful too
Awesome video! I really think I will love this job because I have been volunteering to work with children for the past couple of years (I’m in high school). I was wondering if school psychologists get the same benefits as teachers. For example, paid leave, free healthcare, etc..
hey Im new here and i have tons of questions. does the schoo psychologist works close with students and parents as councelors? whats the major differences between school psychologist and school social workers. Im planning on getting my masters and still going back and forth between these two!! thanks.
hi Samantha! I think the role could be different depending on the type of school and school district but school psychologists generally work closely with students and parents as well as with teachers and administrators. They provide testing for evaluation, counseling, consultation, and a lot more. I view social workers as people who work more with families to provide support / report family background history to help students succeed while psychologists work with teachers and students to help students succeed academically. They may both provide counseling groups and work with students.
hi tiffany, I am currently in the middle of my psychology bachelors degree in Australia. I was wondering what kinds of issues you regularly have to deal with. I really want to make sure the field I go into is enjoyable and isn't emotionally draining. I worry that by being around because with distressing lives and problems I become less happy and experience burn-out.
Hi Natarsha! I do think a lot people experience burn out because they deal with some difficult situations (administration, students, families, etc.). The job can be as demanding as you want it to be- whether you want to hide in your office and only do assessments or help the school by being a resource in all ways possible. This all depends on your personality as well as the district that you'd be working in since different states and countries have different laws and expectations. If you're passionate about helping children and practice self-care (eating healthy, exercising, sleeping, etc.), I think this would be a great field for you.
millie ram hi! Yes I majored in psychology :-) it definitely gives you a leg up on the competition and it’s also interesting to study. It may be a requirement for the school that you’re applying to. Hope this helps!
Tiffany Lee thanks for answering! I’m still not sure if I want to be a school counselor or school psychologist and I’ll probably figure it out along the way. I think school psychology is a new thing, right?
hi Tiffany! what's the difference between getting a masters in School Psych and a PsyD in School Psych? What can you do with a PsyD that you can't do with a masters in School Psych? thank you!
typically, you can't own a private practice or provide therapy with an eds. if you're only looking to work in schools, it doesnt matter which degree you have
Hi Tiffany! Loved your video, thank you for the informative content 🧡 I am currently in ABA and I find myself struggling with behavior modification/crisis intervention, how large of a role would you say these play in day to day as a school psych? I am in love with the field so far but I think I’m facing burn out as an RBT, I wanted to know how similar you’d say the two are. Thanks! 🙏🏼
I pursued school psychology because of the wider scope of work you can do with children. While I thought behavior analysis was effective and interesting, I wanted to do more and work with a variety of students and staff. It really depends on where you work but in my county, there are ABA specialists in each school whom we work closely with. While we are experts in behavior, we have so many other responsibilities like special education eligibility, counseling, and systems level work.
Thank you for this video! I am currently a undergrad majoring in Psychology and education and am considering going to grad school for school psychology! This also may be a dumb question but would you get paid on snow days and the breaks? I'm assuming you wouldn't get paid for summer breaks? What would you do then to make money? Thank you! I would also love a video that explains in more detail what you do as a school psychologist on an average day and maybe advice for grad school! 💗
Basically, you are paid salary and depending on the county or district, you may have a choice between 20 pays and 26 pays throughout the year. The amount is the same but you can choose how it is distributed. In short, you do not get paid over the summer so some people may tutor or pick up another job while school is out. I believe some school psychs work the entire year and they get paid more.
Thanks miss. This has really motivated me to take this up as a career. Can u plz say how many years it takes to complete bachelor and masters altogether. Thanksss💛🖤💙 Sending u love from India
You can complete your bachelors in 3 or 4 years, depending on your university's requirements for your degree and the master's takes 3 years including your internship. Good luck! ❤️
How different is school psychology from being a bcba I'm wondering how involved they are in terms of behavior and parent training in the school system versus counseling and assessments
The role of a school psych really depends on your school and district as well as your preferences. We will always be expected to help with assessment and the eligibility process but we are also the behavior and mental health experts in the school. I know some school psychs who do counseling and consultation 50% and assessments 50% while some only do assessments. Are you more interested in behavior modification?
I thought they were really interesting because most of the information was completely new to me. Most training programs are very hands-on so you'll be learning real skills while in school.
Hi Annie Grace!! Most people in my program are NOT education majors but I do think the teachers in my cohort bring a unique perspective to our group discussions :-) thank you!
i want to make a video on this topic! it may depend on the district but it's generally similar to middle school. some testing for initial and reeval cases, counseling, consultation, a lot more mental health support in my opinion
Sometimes- when we were working virtually, i definitely did work throughout the day. Now that i'm in person, I try to finish all my work at work before heading home. I've been pretty successful the past couple months! If there's an urgent case that I need to finish by a deadline, I might work on that at home but I'm working on creating better work life balance :)
I was actually an ABA therapist and then a program direct at a private school before going to grad school. I worked for 3 years before starting my program!
Tiffany Lee oh ok. Good luck to you. Personally I just want to get it over with. PsyD is 4 years and a EDS was 3 years and has limitations. For me it just made sense for the PsyD.
Thanks for your video, I’m currently doing the internship in school psy, I’m already a school counselor, live in California, I was wondering if your state also want school psy to have the BCBA. My program had both implemented. How about your state?
Hello!! Virginia does not require school psychs to have their bcba but we are expected to be aba experts in the school. I'm looking to get my bcba after I am done because I actually started a while ago... but first I need to finish this program first lol how do you like internship so far?
@@TiffanyLee that's so interesting that you wanna be a bcba as well. I'm in school for bcba and I'm less interested in severe behavior and more interested in the counseling side. I'm wondering if forgoing bcba and doing lssp is better Or bcba then psyd in clinical psych 😭😭
I am from NOVA as well, but I go to VCU right now. I was thinking about going to Mason for grad school. I would love to get in contact with you if thats possible! Thanks!
I'm currently getting my master's and a certificate of advanced graduate studies (CAGS) which basically equals the specialist degree. You should check out my video on the various school psychology degrees which you can find in my school psychology playlist!
in most districts, you can decide if you want your salary paid over the course of a year or just the 9-10 months you're working. Most opt for the 12 month so they get an income every month.
this was extremely helpful for me! I am in my second year of undergrad for psychology at the University of Pittsburgh (Pennsylvania) and I kept going back and forth between school psych and being a licensed counselor. after hearing your pro's this sounds like more of a focused career i am looking for especially with the growing awareness of mental illness (FINALLY!) in public schools. there are not many school psych youtube videos and i really appreciate this one!
Megan Bashioum thank you so much for your support! I’m glad my videos can give you a little bit of insight into the program and field. You can absolutely be an advocate for mental health in this field especially in the midst of all those students and families
I just finished reading a book, the body keeps the score. After reading that book, i think it would be so important to have a school psychologist in a school, which would help kids and teens out to grow healthy adults. For a psychologist, it will be so rewarding but i guess very hard and difficult aa well. Good on you pursuing the study and career!👍
Hello Soyoon! I think school psychologists play a vital role in the school. I think now, more than ever, children need more mental health support in the schools. I'm glad you're interested in the field! Hope you're having a great day :D
I read that book too! I'm in the Social Work Masters program and we read that book for my trauma class. So good
I'm so excited for this field!
That makes me so happy!
Omg thanks soo much for posting this video. I'm trying to transition from teacher to school psychologist .
Teachers are amazing!! Do you have any questions about the program?
Same here!
I’m so excited to go into this field. Right now I’m finishing up my junior year as a child and adolescent development major with a minor in psych. I currently live in California but I wouldn’t mind moving to the east coast for school. What were some of the best programs you found in your area?
In Virginia, there's George Mason (where I am currently), James Madison, and UVA, which are all reputable schools. Keep in mind, though, some programs are master's/specialist level while others are doctoral. My cohort members also told me that Columbia, Temple, University of Delaware, and St. John's have great programs. Hope this helps!
Hi I just applied to programs in Southern CA. Good luck!
@@mommy8406 Good luck!!
Elizabeth Ramirez good luck to you too!!
Highly informative! So essentially the goal of school psychology is to help kids do better in school?
yes! the role and function of a SP could change depending on the school district but it's always about the children!
Hi Tiffany, I am applying for a Fall 2019 school psychology program. You videos are very helpful! I can't wait to study and then get started, I think it would really suit my skill set and ambition to help people (plus getting summers off is great!). Thank you :)
Seneca the Younger yay so great to hear that my videos give a little bit of insight into the field. Good luck on your application and process!! Let me know if you have any other questions 😊
@@TiffanyLee Will do! Are you still in school? I was wondering how stressful you find the job if you started yet. Some people online seem to complain that it is really high stress but it might just be that particular district and/or their attitudes. Thank you :)
Seneca the Younger I’m currently still in school so I can’t speak for myself. I’ve heard that it can be stressful but very rewarding. The worst stories I heard were about teen mental health and school suicides along with admin pressure and school politics but if you really want to help children, I think it’s a career worth considering 👍🏻
This is great information, thanks for starting your channel and keep us updated on how awesome your studies are going! ;)
Thank you so much for all this information!!
thanks so much for watching! 😀
Im currently looking into applying to School Psych programs and this is soooo helpful to watch! Everything you said if everything I look forward too. I also do ABA therapy now and its hard to have a work/life balance. Normal work hours are a must for me after getting my Masters.
ABA provides valuable experience and also helps the children and families receiving services but I totally understand the burnout from the job. I can't wait for normal hours and summer break!
I like that you get tons of training. I was recently laid off a full time and am looking for something like school psych that I would be passionate about . How do you enjoy the practicum?
I love that my program has so many practicum classes!! It provides ample opportunity to observe, train, and learn from mistakes before starting your career.
Thank you for this! Im currently working on my application to do a masters program and I was on the fence of whether or not to pick school psychology or mental health counseling so this video really helped me make my choice. School psychology seems to be so interesting and I love kids.
If you love working with children, you should definitely consider school psychology :) you can really make an impact on their lives and have a lot of face time with them if you make it your priority.
Thank you so much for your videos!!!
Thanks for watching!
I am in year 10. You inspire me so much
wow, what do you love most about the job?? I would love to connect with you!
That you get to help children be the best they can be.😀 In England, I think they call ,School Physcology, Educational Physcology. Do you know if it is the same thing?
I've spoken to a few people in Europe and it seems like they use the term educational psychology instead of school psychology. In the US, ed. psych. refers to research in the education and psychology field. Do you currently live in England??
Yes I do
@@TiffanyLee Thank you so much. Because of you I want to pursue this career
This is a great video! I am looking into this major as well l, I’m pretty nervous!
What other careers are there in school psychology besides being a school psychologist?
What’s next after school psychology? Could I become a school principal?
Deneshia De’Shay I know some school psychs who have moved up to admin data lead positions for the district or academia like research and university professors. In Virginia (not sure about other states), you most often need an education background and additional courses to move up to administration (ie principal). Hope this helps!
Tiffany Lee Thanks, you definitely helped! What are some volunteer / job opportunities as an undergrad psychology student I can have that’ll be beneficial to becoming a school psychologist?
You can dip your feet in behavior therapy by applying for ABA jobs which would give you invaluable experience in the behavior and autism field. I also think any experience working with children/teaching and research would be helpful too
Awesome video! I really think I will love this job because I have been volunteering to work with children for the past couple of years (I’m in high school). I was wondering if school psychologists get the same benefits as teachers. For example, paid leave, free healthcare, etc..
Yes!!! You’ll receive majority of the same benefits as a teacher in the same district
hey Im new here and i have tons of questions. does the schoo psychologist works close with students and parents as councelors? whats the major differences between school psychologist and school social workers. Im planning on getting my masters and still going back and forth between these two!! thanks.
hi Samantha! I think the role could be different depending on the type of school and school district but school psychologists generally work closely with students and parents as well as with teachers and administrators. They provide testing for evaluation, counseling, consultation, and a lot more. I view social workers as people who work more with families to provide support / report family background history to help students succeed while psychologists work with teachers and students to help students succeed academically. They may both provide counseling groups and work with students.
hi tiffany, I am currently in the middle of my psychology bachelors degree in Australia. I was wondering what kinds of issues you regularly have to deal with. I really want to make sure the field I go into is enjoyable and isn't emotionally draining. I worry that by being around because with distressing lives and problems I become less happy and experience burn-out.
Hi Natarsha! I do think a lot people experience burn out because they deal with some difficult situations (administration, students, families, etc.). The job can be as demanding as you want it to be- whether you want to hide in your office and only do assessments or help the school by being a resource in all ways possible. This all depends on your personality as well as the district that you'd be working in since different states and countries have different laws and expectations. If you're passionate about helping children and practice self-care (eating healthy, exercising, sleeping, etc.), I think this would be a great field for you.
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Did you major in psychology first? I want to become one or maybe a school counselor. I’m 19 so I’m still young but I kinda want to know.
millie ram hi! Yes I majored in psychology :-) it definitely gives you a leg up on the competition and it’s also interesting to study. It may be a requirement for the school that you’re applying to. Hope this helps!
Tiffany Lee thanks for answering! I’m still not sure if I want to be a school counselor or school psychologist and I’ll probably figure it out along the way. I think school psychology is a new thing, right?
millie ram sorry but i’m curious. what is the difference between a school psychologist and a school counselor?
hi Tiffany! what's the difference between getting a masters in School Psych and a PsyD in School Psych? What can you do with a PsyD that you can't do with a masters in School Psych? thank you!
typically, you can't own a private practice or provide therapy with an eds. if you're only looking to work in schools, it doesnt matter which degree you have
Hi Tiffany! Loved your video, thank you for the informative content 🧡 I am currently in ABA and I find myself struggling with behavior modification/crisis intervention, how large of a role would you say these play in day to day as a school psych? I am in love with the field so far but I think I’m facing burn out as an RBT, I wanted to know how similar you’d say the two are. Thanks! 🙏🏼
I pursued school psychology because of the wider scope of work you can do with children. While I thought behavior analysis was effective and interesting, I wanted to do more and work with a variety of students and staff. It really depends on where you work but in my county, there are ABA specialists in each school whom we work closely with. While we are experts in behavior, we have so many other responsibilities like special education eligibility, counseling, and systems level work.
Thank you for this video! I am currently a undergrad majoring in Psychology and education and am considering going to grad school for school psychology! This also may be a dumb question but would you get paid on snow days and the breaks? I'm assuming you wouldn't get paid for summer breaks? What would you do then to make money? Thank you! I would also love a video that explains in more detail what you do as a school psychologist on an average day and maybe advice for grad school! 💗
Basically, you are paid salary and depending on the county or district, you may have a choice between 20 pays and 26 pays throughout the year. The amount is the same but you can choose how it is distributed. In short, you do not get paid over the summer so some people may tutor or pick up another job while school is out. I believe some school psychs work the entire year and they get paid more.
Thanks miss.
This has really motivated me to take this up as a career.
Can u plz say how many years it takes to complete bachelor and masters altogether.
Thanksss💛🖤💙
Sending u love from India
You can complete your bachelors in 3 or 4 years, depending on your university's requirements for your degree and the master's takes 3 years including your internship. Good luck! ❤️
thank you for this video! 😊can you make a video about different jobs in #psychology 💜💕
that's a great idea, thank you!
How different is school psychology from being a bcba
I'm wondering how involved they are in terms of behavior and parent training in the school system versus counseling and assessments
The role of a school psych really depends on your school and district as well as your preferences. We will always be expected to help with assessment and the eligibility process but we are also the behavior and mental health experts in the school. I know some school psychs who do counseling and consultation 50% and assessments 50% while some only do assessments. Are you more interested in behavior modification?
Thank you so much!!!
Are the courses interesting and what was ur first year like in the program
I thought they were really interesting because most of the information was completely new to me. Most training programs are very hands-on so you'll be learning real skills while in school.
Do you also need to major in education in order to be a school psychologist? Or do you only need to major in Psychology?
Great video by the way :)
Hi Annie Grace!! Most people in my program are NOT education majors but I do think the teachers in my cohort bring a unique perspective to our group discussions :-) thank you!
Tiffany... you are so unbelievably adorable! Thanks, nice job on the Video's! ;-) On my way to EdS SP...
thanks for your support!! good luck this semester :D
what do school psychologists in high schools primarily do? You listed some for elementary school and middle school but not high school :o
i want to make a video on this topic! it may depend on the district but it's generally similar to middle school. some testing for initial and reeval cases, counseling, consultation, a lot more mental health support in my opinion
Do you find you have to work on reports or other paperwork outside of normal work hours? Thank you for this video!
Sometimes- when we were working virtually, i definitely did work throughout the day. Now that i'm in person, I try to finish all my work at work before heading home. I've been pretty successful the past couple months! If there's an urgent case that I need to finish by a deadline, I might work on that at home but I'm working on creating better work life balance :)
Hi, I am currently a senior in Child Development. Did you become a teacher before? Or did you go straight to grad school?
I was actually an ABA therapist and then a program direct at a private school before going to grad school. I worked for 3 years before starting my program!
So you're a masters level school psych? The districts that I work in require EDS at the very least. I am getting a PsyD.
It’s a specialist degree but technically a master’s + 30! I hope to get my PhD or psyd in the future!
Tiffany Lee oh ok. Good luck to you. Personally I just want to get it over with. PsyD is 4 years and a EDS was 3 years and has limitations. For me it just made sense for the PsyD.
Hi, my question is have you taken statistical analysis?
Hey! We had to take one research methods class and one stats class (basic stats up to chi squared)
Tiffany Lee cool thanks
Thanx for the video! What did you get your masters in?
I’m currently pursuing my master’s in school psychology! It’s a specialist program that’s master’s + 30 credits
Thanks for your video, I’m currently doing the internship in school psy, I’m already a school counselor, live in California, I was wondering if your state also want school psy to have the BCBA. My program had both implemented. How about your state?
Hello!! Virginia does not require school psychs to have their bcba but we are expected to be aba experts in the school. I'm looking to get my bcba after I am done because I actually started a while ago... but first I need to finish this program first lol
how do you like internship so far?
@@TiffanyLee that's so interesting that you wanna be a bcba as well. I'm in school for bcba and I'm less interested in severe behavior and more interested in the counseling side.
I'm wondering if forgoing bcba and doing lssp is better
Or bcba then psyd in clinical psych 😭😭
I am from NOVA as well, but I go to VCU right now. I was thinking about going to Mason for grad school. I would love to get in contact with you if thats possible! Thanks!
Brittany Beal yes!! Feel free to dm me on Instagram @tifferrr or send me an email!
is advanced certificate the same as the specialist degree, I'm thinking of becoming a school psychologist but not sure which degree i will need
I'm currently getting my master's and a certificate of advanced graduate studies (CAGS) which basically equals the specialist degree. You should check out my video on the various school psychology degrees which you can find in my school psychology playlist!
Do you still get paid for summer spring break.. etc?
in most districts, you can decide if you want your salary paid over the course of a year or just the 9-10 months you're working. Most opt for the 12 month so they get an income every month.
You are BEAUTIFUL
Plz make a vdo on a-z knowledge about this field....
that's a great idea. thank you!
@@TiffanyLee but plz try to relate it with india
Are there school psychologists in India?
@@TiffanyLee maybe
@@TiffanyLee but none in our area
Do you know if most states require a masters, or a doctorate?
Teddy Ruetz most states require a specialist degree which is a master’s plus 30 credits and an internship!
Plz try to relate it with india
What degree did you get to be one?
i'm currently pursuing a specialist degree in school psychology. it's a master's plus certification!
Dude, u have one video that says why u should not become a SP then another as to why u should be an SP. tf?
the titles could be a bit misleading but i wanted to give pros and cons to help people decide whether this is the right path for them!
She’s trying to tell people to not go into the field for the wrong reasons. She’s not saying “don’t do it”
can't believe someone says something like this. 🤦