Handbook of Education, Training, and Supervision of School Psychologists in School and Community, Volume I: Foundations of Professional Practice - Tapa dura

This excellent volume is written by many ‘notables’ in the field, as well as an array of new faces, and addresses important and critical issues pertinent to the preparation of specialist level practitioners. Daniel Olympia, PhD, Associate Professor and Training Director, School Psychology Program, University of Utah; Past President, Trainers of School Psychologists

“This is a concise and well-documented reference that should be on every school psychology trainer's desk. If you want to understand the future of school psychology training and its issues, this book is for you. William Pfohl, PsyD, NCSP, Professor of School Psychology, Western Kentucky University; Past President, National Association of School Psychologists

This volume tackles the toughest questions that university faculty face: How do we foster leadership, cultural competence, ethical behavior, and evidence-based practices? What role does theory and creativity play in meeting the unknown challenges of future practice?” Jack A. Cummings, PhD, Professor, Indiana University

Published with the sponsorship of the Trainers of School Psychologists, this two volume handbook examines the essential tenets of the school psychology profession, critically reviews training and practice issues, and evaluates how the traditional and changing skills and issues translate into meeting the needs of children and the systems that serve them. 

Volume I focuses on the professional issues and topics that form the core of the university curriculum for the school psychology specialist degree. It explores contemporary university training programs, the foundations of school education, and key areas of responsibility for school-based mental health professionals, and takes a look at the future of training for school psychologists. Specific issues such as the teaching of specialty skills and training for unique areas and special populations are also discussed. By way of raising questions and issues that ultimately play out in the field, it lays the groundwork for Volume II, which is dedicated to bridging the training and practice gap.