Master in School and Counseling Psychology
Years of study: 2 ECTS credits: 120 ECTS
PURPOSE OF THE STUDY PROGRAM
The overall purpose of the program is to train school psychologists and counselor who will improve the competences of students in schools and build the capacities of the systems to address the needs of the children and youth. The program draws on competencies outlined by American Psychological Association (APA) and guiding principles of school psychology, to support students in developing and enhancing their understanding and application of research skills, ethical and legal standards, individual and cultural diversity, communication and interpersonal skills, assessment, intervention and consultation and inter-professional skills.
MISSION OF THE STUDY PROGRAM
Program aims to train capable school psychologist and counsellor, who will nurture school communities by advocating for and promoting a healthy learning environments based on evidence practices in order to ensure individual student success in current and future endeavors.
LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE STUDY PROGRAM
The intended results of the master’s program in School and Counseling Psychology are students’ ability to:
Demonstrate advanced knowledge on psychological theories that are applicable in psychological evaluation and in schools in general;
Show skill in the conception and application of relevant research to address relevant school related issues and potentials;
Demonstrate reporting skills related to research findings;
Understand the school and community context as well as social changes in Kosovo;
Demonstrate individual and groups counseling skills;
Informed and able to apply the ethical principles in research, counseling and their future work in school.
Courses (Year. 1)
YEAR 1. SEMESTER I
YEAR 1. SEMESTER II
Courses (Year.2)
YEAR 2. SEMESTER III
Përgatitje për tezën
Tema të veçanta në psikologjinë shkollore (Elective)
Puna me fëmijë me nevoja të veçanta (Elective)
YEAR 2. SEMESTER IV
Thesis work with mentor