OAR 584-018-0405
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Professional Dispositions for Initial School Psychologist Licensure
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The following requirements must be met to be eligible for an Initial School Psychologist License.(2)
Data-Based Decision-Making and Accountability: Candidates have knowledge and use models and methods as part of a systematic process to collect data and other information, translate assessment results into empirically-based decisions about service delivery, and evaluate the outcomes of services.(3)
Consultation and Collaboration: Candidates have knowledge of behavioral, mental health, collaborative, and/or other consultation models and methods and of their application to particular situations. Candidates collaborate effectively with parents, school and outside personnel in planning and decision-making processes at the individual, group, and system levels.(4)
Effective Instruction and Development of Cognitive/Academic Skills: Candidates have knowledge of human learning processes, and in collaboration with others, develop appropriate cognitive and academic goals for students with different abilities, disabilities, strengths, and needs; implement interventions to achieve those goals; and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions (e.g. instructional interventions and consultation).(5)
Socialization and Development of Life Skills: Candidates have knowledge of human developmental processes, and in collaboration with others, develop appropriate behavioral, affective, adaptive, and social goals for students of varying abilities, disabilities, strengths, and needs; implement interventions to achieve those goals; and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions (e.g. consultation, behavioral assessment/intervention, and counseling).(6)
Student Diversity in Development and Learning: Candidates have knowledge of individual differences, abilities, and disabilities and of the potential influence of biological, social, cultural, ethnic, experiential, socioeconomic, sexual orientation, gender-related, and linguistic factors in development and learning. Candidates demonstrate the sensitivity and skills needed to work with individuals of diverse characteristics and to implement strategies selected and/or adapted based on individual characteristics, strengths, and needs.(7)
School and Systems Organization, Policy Development, and Climate: Candidates have knowledge of general education, special education, and other educational and related services. Candidates understand schools and other settings as systems. Candidates work with individuals and groups to facilitate policies and practices that create and maintain safe, supportive, and effective learning environments for children and others.(8)
Prevention, Crisis Intervention, and Mental Health: Candidates have knowledge of human development and psychopathology and of associated biological, cultural, and social influences on human behavior. Candidates provide or contribute to prevention and intervention programs that promote the mental health and physical well-being of students. Candidates have knowledge of crisis intervention and collaborate with school personnel, parents, and the community in the aftermath of crises.(9)
Home/School/Community Collaboration: Candidates have knowledge of family systems, including family strengths and influences on student development, learning, and behavior, and of methods to involve families in education and service delivery. Candidates work effectively with families, educators, and others in the community to promote and provide comprehensive services to children and families.(10)
Research and Program Evaluation: Candidates have knowledge of research, statistics, and evaluation methods. Candidates evaluate research, translate research into practice, and understand research design and statistics in sufficient depth to plan and conduct interventions (individual and/or program) for improvement of services.(11)
School Psychology Practice and Development: Candidates have knowledge of the history and foundations of their profession; of various service models and methods; of public policy development applicable to services to children and families; and of ethical, professional, and legal standards. Candidates practice in ways that are consistent with applicable standards.(12)
Information Technology: Candidates have knowledge of information sources and technology relevant to their work. Candidate’s access, evaluates, and utilizes information sources and technology in ways that safeguard or enhance the quality of services.(13)
The unit assures that candidates for the Initial School Psychologist License demonstrate knowledge, skills and competencies by:(a)
Completing preparation in psychological foundations and methods appropriate for prekindergarten through grade 12 (pre K–12) grade authorization levels; and(b)
Documenting knowledge by passing the Commission-approved test for the Initial School Psychologist License.
Source:
Rule 584-018-0405 — Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Professional Dispositions for Initial School Psychologist Licensure, https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/view.action?ruleNumber=584-018-0405.