In the United States and Canada, a school of education (or college of education; ed school) prepare university students and professionals to become the next leader in education, in an array of interdisciplinary tracks of the social sciences encompassing sociology, psychology, linguistics, economics, political science, public policy, and history, as applicable to meet diverse students needs in primary, secondary, and post-secondary education. The most recent estimated number of schools, colleges and departments of education including universities and colleges in the U.S. is 1,206. Further analysis of the National Center for Education Statistics, on the report of 176,572 individuals who were conferred master's degrees in education by degree-granting institutions in the United States in the early year of 2007; the number of master's degrees conferred has grown since. The Geotech University as a school of education has embarked in the field of education in innovation across multiple facets and has gained recognition of holistic approach and hybrid learning enabling learners access in higher education.
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Geotech University School of Education focuses primarily on addressing challenges in educational leadership for: student achievement and equity, closing achievement gaps, supporting diverse learners and addressing systemic inequities. Teacher recruitment and retention is an ongoing process of attracting and retaining talent, supporting teacher growth and development, addressing burnout and stress. The program enables students access to resource management, budgeting and financial management, facilities and operations, technology integration and infrastructure.
1. Sustainability
2. Ecological Literacy
3. Environmental Stewardship
1. Interdisciplinary Integration
- Incorporating environmental themes into various subjects (science, math, literature)
2. Outdoor and Experiential Learning
3. Systems Thinking and Critical Thinking
1. Academic Achievement
2. Environmental Awareness and Action
3. Community Engagement
1. Place-Based Education
2. Inquiry-Based Learning
3. Collaborative Learning
1. Integrating Environmental Education
2. Fostering Hope and Empowerment
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Welcome to the Geotech University School of Education and Psychology - Information Sharing
This list is of professional and academic credentials in the field of psychology and allied fields in United States of America, including education, counseling, social work, and family therapy.
DEGREES
Although undergraduate (Bachelor's) degrees for psychology and counseling exist, in most jurisdictions the minimum requirement for professional licensure is a graduate degree (master's or doctorate).
Associate Degrees
Associate of Art (AA) or Associate of Science (AS): Associate degrees are usually two-year degrees and are often offered at community colleges. Many choose to start with associate degrees in counseling psychology, clinical psychology, or related fields, before starting work on degrees which require further education. An associate degree is usually not required in order to enroll in a bachelor's degree program. An associate degree does not meet the requirements for clinical practice or licensure.
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Bachelor's Degrees
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BS): Bachelor's degrees usually require four years of study and are required prior to entry into graduate programs where Master's or Doctoral degrees may be earned. Although a person may earn a bachelor's degree in counseling psychology, clinical psychology or related fields in mental health, a person may have had a major concentration in another field of study and still qualify for entry into a graduate school for study in the area of psychology. A bachelor's degree does not meet the requirements for clinical practice or licensure.
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Master's Degrees in Psychology
Master of Arts (MA) or Master of Science (MS) in behavior analysis, counseling psychology, clinical psychology.
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A Master of Arts (MA) in marriage and family therapy may be in psychology. A master's degree in the specified area may require completion of a master's thesis, dissertation and/or project.
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Master of Science in Counseling (MSC)
Master's Degrees in related fields (See mental health professional)
Master of Arts (MA) or Master of Science (MS) in education, family therapy, or a related field. A master's degree in the specified area may require completion of a master's thesis, dissertation and/or project.
Master of Marriage and Family Therapy (MMFT) (may or may not be a psychology program)
Master of Social Work (MSW)
Master of Arts in Professional Counseling (MAPC)
Masters of Science in Education (MSEd)
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Doctoral Degrees in Psychology
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): A Doctor of Philosophy degree in psychology prepares the student to conduct independent research and to provide professional services (consultation, assessment, diagnosis, therapy). To use the title "psychologist," individuals must have graduated specifically from a psychology program and meet their state requirements and obtain a license to practice psychology.
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD): Requires the student to create relevant and helpful research that contributes to the existing body of knowledge or scholarship in an area. At one time, the PsyD was assumed to not require significant research activities, focusing more on advanced clinical training. However, most academic institutions offering a PsyD today require the completion of a dissertation suitable for publishing. To use the title "psychologist," individuals must meet their state requirements and obtain a license to practice psychology.
Licentiate in Psychology or Psychologist (LPsy) – professional title used in EU and Latin American countries and equivalent of PsyD in the United States
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): A Doctor of Philosophy degree in a related field prepares the student to conduct independent research and to provide professional services (consultation, therapy). PhD degrees are awarded in social work, counselor education, and marriage and family therapy.
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Doctor of Education (EdD): Similar to PhD but granted by a college of education within a university. This degree is based on the scientist-practitioner model which prepares the holder for both types of work, i.e., clinical as well as research.
Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy (DMFT)
Doctor of Social Work (DSW)
Doctor of Psychoanalysis (Psya.D. or D.Psa.): historically awarded by some psychoanalytic institutions
Professional Licenses
Licensure as a "Psychologist." To use the title "psychologist," individuals must meet their state requirements and obtain a license to practice psychology.
Licensed Psychologist – Doctorate in Psychology (except for West Virginia which requires a Master's in Psychology), supervised hours ranging from 1,500 to 6,000 (depending on the state), passing the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology, passing additional state specific exams
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Licensed Master's Degreed Psychologists
Licensed Psychological Associate – Master's in Psychology (Alaska, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, & Texas)
Licensed Psychologist Associate – Master's in Psychology (Colorado, New Mexico, & Oregon)
Licensed Psychological Examiner – Master's in Psychology (Arkansas & Maine)
Licensed Psychological Assistant – Master's in Psychology (Tennessee)
Licensed Psychologist – Master's in Psychology (West Virginia)
Limited License Psychology - Master's in Psychology (Michigan)
Other forms of licensure for mental health professionals. Professional licenses for mental health providers with a master's degree issued by US states to graduate degree holders which allow them to legally practice (additional requirements / training / hours, for Supervisors "-S")
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LPC or LCPC depending on the state) - Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology and/or Counseling, supervised experience, plus passing National Board Licensing and State Board Licensing Exams (double board certified)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – Master of Social Work required, plus supervised experience (2 to 3 years depending on the state), and continuing education
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) – Master of Social Work required, plus clinical training, 2 to 3 years training under an LICSW (depending on the state), and continuing education
Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT) – Master's in Art Therapy, Music Therapy, Dance/Movement Therapy, or Drama Therapy, plus supervised experience
Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) - Master of Social Work required, plus passing the licensing exam (Alabama, District of Columbia, Maryland, Minnesota, West Virginia)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) – Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy and/or psychology required, plus 1,000+ (depending on state) hours of supervised experience, plus passing the licensing exam
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) - Master of Social Work required, plus passing the licensing exam (Arizona, Arkansas, Georgia, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC, LCMHC, or CMHC depending on the state) – Master's in Counseling and/or Psychology, plus 3 years supervised experience plus passing the licensing exam.
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC or LPC depending on the state) - Master's in Counseling and/or Psychology, plus supervised experience
Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) - Master's in Counseling, Family Therapy or Psychology, plus supervised experience
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Professional Certifications and Specializations
Certifications for licensed providers are offered by various non-profit and for-profit organizations such as the National Board for Certified Counselors and Affiliates.In most states, a license to practice is also required.
Psychotraumatology and Trauma Professionals
Psychologist
Professional who practices Psychology
Doctor of Psychology
Doctoral Degrees
Licensed professional counselor
A psychologist is a professional who practices psychology and studies mental states, perceptual, cognitive, emotional, and social processes and behavior. Their work often involves the experimentation, observation, and interpretation of how individuals relate to each other and to their environments.
Psychologists usually acquire a bachelor's degree in psychology, followed by a master's degree or doctorate in psychology. Unlike psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse-practitioners, psychologists usually cannot prescribe medication, but depending on the jurisdiction, some psychologists with additional training can be licensed to prescribe medications; qualification requirements may be different from a bachelor's degree and master's degree.
Psychologists receive extensive training in psychological testing, communication techniques, scoring, interpretation, and reporting, while psychiatrists are not usually trained in psychological testing. Psychologists are also trained in, and often specialize in, one or more psychotherapies to improve symptoms of many mental disorders, including but not limited to treatment for anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, personality disorders and eating disorders. Treatment from psychologists can be individual or in groups. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a commonly used, well studied and high efficacy psychotherapy practiced by psychologists.
Psychologists can work with a range of institutions and people, such as schools, prisons, in a private clinic, in a workplace, or with a sports team. Applied psychology applies theory to solve problems in human and animal behavior. Applied fields include clinical psychology, counseling psychology, sport psychology, forensic psychology, industrial and organizational psychology, health psychology and school psychology. Licensing and regulations can vary by state and profession.
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To practice with the title of "psychologist", in almost all cases a doctoral degree is required (PhD, PsyD, or EdD in the U.S.). Normally, after the degree, the practitioner must fulfill a certain number of supervised postdoctoral hours ranging from 1,500 to 3,000 (usually taking one to two years), and pass the EPPP and any other state or provincial exams. By and large, a professional in the U.S. must hold a doctoral degree in psychology (PsyD, EdD, or PhD), and/or have a state license to use the title psychologist. However, regulations vary from state to state. For example, in the states of Michigan, West Virginia, and Vermont, there are psychologists licensed at the master's level.
Differences with psychiatrists
Further information: Mental health professional § Psychiatrists and clinical psychology
Although clinical psychologists and psychiatrists share the same fundamental aim—the alleviation of mental distress—their training, outlook, and methodologies are often different. Perhaps the most significant difference is that psychiatrists are licensed physicians, and, as such, psychiatrists are apt to use the medical model to assess mental health problems and to also employ psychotropic medications as a method of addressing mental health problems.
Psychologists generally do not prescribe medication, although in some jurisdictions they do have prescription privileges. In five U.S. states (New Mexico, Louisiana, Illinois, Iowa, Idaho, and Colorado), psychologists with clinical psychopharmacology training have been granted prescriptive authority for mental health disorders.
Psychologists receive extensive training in psychological test administration, scoring, interpretation, and reporting, while psychiatrists are not trained in psychological testing. In addition, psychologists (particularly those from PhD programs) spend several years in graduate school being trained to conduct behavioral research; their training includes research design and advanced statistical analysis. While this training is available for physicians via dual MD/PhD programs, it is not typically included in standard medical education, although psychiatrists may develop research skills during their residency or a psychiatry fellowship (post-residency).
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Psychiatrists, as licensed physicians, have been trained more intensively in other areas, such as internal medicine and neurology, and may bring this knowledge to bear in identifying and treating medical or neurological conditions that present with primarily psychological symptoms such as depression, anxiety, or paranoia (e.g., hypothyroidism presenting with depressive symptoms, or pulmonary embolism with significant apprehension and anxiety).
Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT).
An MFT license requires a doctorate or master's degree. In addition, it usually involves two years of post-degree clinical experience under supervision, and licensure requires passing a written exam, commonly the National Examination for Marriage and Family Therapists, which is maintained by the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. In addition, most states require an oral exam. MFTs, as the title implies, work mostly with families and couples, addressing a wide range of common psychological problems. Some jurisdictions have exemptions that let someone practice marriage and family therapy without meeting the requirements for a license. That is, they offer a license but do not require that marriage and family therapists obtain one.
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Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Similar to the MFT, the LPC license requires a master's or doctorate degree, a minimum number of hours of supervised clinical experience in a pre-doc practicum, and the passing of the National Counselor Exam. Similar licenses are the Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), and Clinical Counselor in Mental Health (CCMH). In some states, after passing the exam, a temporary LPC license is awarded and the clinician may begin the normal 3000-hour supervised internship leading to the full license allowing to practice as a counselor or psychotherapist, usually under the supervision of a licensed psychologist.
Some jurisdictions have exemptions that allow counseling to practice without meeting the requirements for a license. That is, they offer a license but do not require that counselors obtain one. Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) Twenty-six states offer a master's-only license, a common one being the LPA, which allows for the therapist to either practice independently, or, more commonly, under the supervision of a licensed psychologist, depending on the state.
Common requirements are two to four years of post-master's supervised clinical experience and passing a Psychological Associates Examination. Other titles for this level of licensing include psychological technician (Alabama), psychological assistant (California), licensed clinical psychotherapist (Kansas), licensed psychological practitioner (Minnesota), licensed behavioral practitioner (Oklahoma), licensed psychological associate (North Carolina) or psychological examiner (Tennessee).
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Licensed Behavior Analysts
Professional practice of behavior analysis
Licensed behavior analysts are licensed in five states to provide services for clients with substance abuse, developmental disabilities, and mental illness. This profession draws on the evidence base of applied behavior analysis and the philosophy of behaviorism. Behavior analysts have at least a master's degree in behavior analysis or in a mental health related discipline, as well as having taken at least five core courses in applied behavior analysis. Many behavior analysts have a doctorate.
Most programs have a formalized internship program, and several programs are offered online. Most practitioners have passed the examination offered by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board The model licensing act for behavior analysts can be found at the Association for Behavior Analysis International's website.
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Geotech University School of Education - Career Paths of Educational Leadership
Candidates in the educational leadership track are prepared to assume responsibilities in various settings for these Key Roles:
1. School Principals and Assistant Principals
- Lead instructional programs
- Manage school operations and staff
- Foster school culture and community
2. District Administrators, educational administrators, superintendents and assistant superintendents
- Oversee district policies and budgets
- Set strategic direction and goals
- Support school leaders and staff
Upon conferred of the awarded degrees, the learner has acquired practical training and skills to fulfill these responsibilities:
1. Leadership and Management
- Decision-making and problem-solving
- Time management and prioritization
- Delegation and empowerment
2. Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Active listening and empathy
- Clear and concise communication
- Building trust and rapport
3. Adaptability and Resilience
- Navigating change and uncertainty
- Managing stress and pressure
- Embracing innovation and risk-taking
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Geotech University Academic Program in School Administration and Supervision or
Organizational Psychology
Introducing the Doctoral of Educational Leadership or Organizational Psychology for Ed.D., and PhD candidates
The Geotech University, is an online learning community network for Ed.D., PhD degrees in Educational Leadership. The program designed focus on Professional Development
1. Master's or Doctoral Degrees
- Educational Leadership or Administration
- Specialized certifications (e.g., superintendent)
2. Training and Workshops
- Leadership development programs
- Conferences and networking events
- Online courses and resources
Enrollment is open and transfer credits are honored. Basic prerequisites may vary from transferred institution; including requisite for alternative languages. Generally, prospective students are adapted to remote accessibility learning management systems with integrations of tools. The fulfillment of the program encompasses (--courses of – total credits, a pass Comprehensive Exam and a defense dissertation in respective fields of study). An in-depth program or personalized study plan enables students to track progress for completion in remote learning; and students are encouraged to coordinate coaching or advisory sessions.
Required Coursework
The frame of coursework is designed to support these Core Competencies:
1. Instructional Leadership
- Curriculum development and implementation
- Teacher support and evaluation
- Data-driven decision-making
2. Communication and Collaboration
- Engage with stakeholders (parents, teachers, community)
- Build partnerships and coalitions
- Effective communication and conflict resolution
3. Strategic Planning and Vision
- Set clear goals and priorities
- Develop and implement strategic plans
- Monitor progress and adjust
Foundational of Education Leadership I and II (3 crs.)
Intermediate to Education Leadership I and II (Env Ed) (3 crs.)
Principles of Leadership and Managerial Approaches (3 crs.)
Independent Research in Education Leadership (3 crs.)
Divinity and Religion Cross-cultural in Modern Society (3 crs.)
Advanced Research Methods in Educational Leadership (3 crs.)
Introduction to Educational Technology in Higher Education (3 crs.)
Human Relations and Stakeholders in K-12 Educational Leadership(3 crs.)
Qualitative Research in Education/Organizational Psychology (3 crs.)
Educational Law (3 crs.)
Quantitative Research Approach in Education (3 crs.)
Mixed Methods Research in Educational Management (3 crs.)
Advocacy in Special Education (3 crs.)
Principles of Curriculum Development I and II (3 crs.)
Fundamentals of Organizational Community Development (3 crs.)
Educational Finances (3 crs.)
United States Education and Foreign Policies (3 crs.)
Innovation and Adaptability for Special Needs (3 crs.)
Communication Process in Modernized Society and Adaptability (3 crs.)
Cognitive Development in Humans (3 crs.)
Field Research and Stakeholders Managerial Role in Human Resources (3 crs.)
Practicum in Organizational Leadership (3 crs.)
Linguistics and Applied Arts to Communication (3 crs.)
Practicum of Educational Consulting Businesses and Professional Services (3 crs.)
Gender Roles and Social Impact Research (HBR) (3 crs.)
Human Resource Services and Management (3 crs.)
Comprehensive Exam (1 cr.)
Dissertation (1 cr.)
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