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School Psychology
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Summary of the Profile
Objective(s) of a study programme:
The purpose is to prepare qualified school psychologists who, following the ethical and legal norms, will implement evaluative and scientific research, will provide psychological assistance for the participants of educational process, will be able to continue studies in doctoral programmes in the field of Social Sciences. Partial study aims for students are: a) to gain knowledge and special competences related to psychologist’s activities in educational institutions in order to evaluate diverse information on psychological issues of education process participants, possible interventions, reflecting the possible consequences; b) to deepen the scientific research of psychosocial functioning of education process participants as well as to interpret, present and implement research results in practice; c) to foster professional improvement and life-long learning through development of critical thinking, cooperation and ethical and legal responsibilities for decision-making and knowledge application.
Learning outcomes:
1. To conduct scientific research work, to establish psychosocial functioning level of participants in the educational process, to apply the data received for development of practical and theoretical activity
2. To make critical assessment of models describing psychologist’s work at educational institutions, to develop professional skills and to plan individual and team activity
3. To systematize the latest information and research data about personality and cognitive development of pupils, influence of the family system on personality development, signs of addictions and psychopathology, and to plan ways of psychological intervention
4. To use psychological assessment data in the analysis of alternative solutions concerning psychological correction at the level of a person, group, and system, taking into account ethic and social consequences
5. To substantiate the need for individual and group counseling of participants in the educational process concerning psychological problems and to evaluate effectiveness of interventions
6. To implement prevention and correction programs aimed at development of academic skills and promotion of psychological well-being and mental health of pupils, following ethical and legal norms.
7. To assess individual differences and special education needs of pupils in the course of preparation of recommendations for solution of problems related to instruction and learning and in cooperation with parents and educators.
8. To develop methods of psychological education for participants in the educational process, taking into account the changeable needs of the educational institution and to evaluate effectiveness of such methods.
Activities of teaching and learning:
Student oriented, based on students‘ independent work, problem decision and insights: lectures, seminars, practicum, team and group work, analysis of scientific literature, case analysis, role playing, experiential activities in job places, reflection, discussions.
Methods of assessment of learning achievements:
Cumulative point system. The final grade consist from the components of cumulative point system of different subjects: written colloquium and exam, presentation of individual work in written or oral way, presentation of Project, case analysis, reflection of independent work. Percentage of components definable in subjects‘programs.
Specialisations: -
Optional courses:
A student may choose additional subjects of the same or other study area (18 credit points);
Distinctive features of a study programme:
Some subjects are taught in English.
