Department of Psychology
School Psychology Respecialization Program
135 Martin Hall
Cheney, WA 99004-2423
Voice: (509) 359-4736
Dear Applicant:
Thank you for your interest in our Ed.S. in School Psychology Respecialization Program. This allows applicants
who have already completed a master’s degree in a related field to achieve an Educational Specialist degree in
school psychology through a two-year asynchronous, primarily virtual program. We are pleased to offer this
highly desirable program at Eastern Washington University to support the growing need for school
psychologists in the northwest region and nationwide. Enclosed with this letter are materials you will need to
submit in support of your application. To make the application process efficient and expedient, a checklist is
provided below for your use as you gather your application materials. Completed applications must be
submitted by March 1st in order to be considered by our application review committee. Note that there are two
parts to the application:
(1) Materials sent to the Graduate Studies Office; and
(2) Materials sent to the Director of the Ed.S. in School Psychology Respecialization Program.
For information regarding tuition, fees, and prerequisites, refer to EWU’s Special Programs website at
http://access.ewu.edu/student-financial-services/cost-and-fees/special-program-tuition-rates.xml.
You are welcome to contact me if you have questions concerning our program or related matters. Please see
page 2 of this letter for (1) general description of the sequence of study and (2) technology requirements for
participation in the program.
Sincerely,
Jamie Chaffin, Ed.D., NSCP
Director, School Psychology Respecialization Program
Department of Psychology
School Psychology Respecialization Program
135 Martin Hall
Cheney, WA 99004-2423
Voice: (509) 359-4736
The Graduate Studies application document is attached for your reference. You will need to apply to Graduate
Studies online, and then send required documents to the Graduate Studies Office, 206 Showalter Hall, Eastern
Washington University, Cheney, WA 99004. Do not submit this material to the department.
Apply online at http://eaglenet.ewu.edu; pay non-refundable application fee
Submit two (2) official copies of your transcript(s) from all colleges and universities you have attended
including your completed master’s degree program. (Note: The Graduate Studies Office can obtain
these from the Office of the Registrar if you have previously attended Eastern Washington University.)
The following materials are to be sent to Jamie Chaffin, Director of the Ed.S. in School Psychology
Respecialization Program Program, Department of Psychology, 135 Martin Hall, Eastern Washington
University, Cheney, WA 99004.
Cover Letter (letter of introduction and intent). Include personal interests, desires, and future goals
regarding your pursuit of a career in school psychology. Include a summary of what classes in our
proposed course of study you have already taken and would like to the committee to consider waiving.
Resume/Vita
One (1) Application for Graduate Study – School Psychology Respecialization Program
Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (forms are attached)
NOTE: Applicants may be invited for a personal interview once applications have been reviewed. Interviews will
be held through Eastern Washington University’s web-conferencing program.
Department of Psychology
School Psychology Respecialization Program
135 Martin Hall
Cheney, WA 99004-2423
Voice: (509) 359-4736
General Overview of Course of Study: The Eastern Washington University’s Ed.S. in School Psychology
Respecialization Program utilizes a distance-education model that provides individuals with graduate degrees in
counseling, clinical psychology, educational programs, and related fields the opportunity to earn an Educational
Specialist degree in school psychology and seek certification as a school psychologist. Courses must be taken in
the sequence stated on the candidate’s agreed upon sequence of study and are offered as follows:
Full-time, Two-year Option:
Summer I: Introduction to the field courses
Academic Year I: majority of assessment/intervention/and foundational courses and yearlong practicum
involving 1-1½ days per week in a school site
Summer II: Focused content courses
Academic Year II: 1200 hour, full-time internship
Part-time, Three-year Option:
Summer I: Introduction to the field courses
Academic Year I: assessment/intervention courses and yearlong practicum involving 1-1½ days per week
in a school site
Summer II: Focused content courses in research/human development/intervention
Academic Year II: Foundational courses, mental health strand, consultation course
Summer III: Remaining content courses in research/human development
Academic Year III: 1200 hour, full-time internship
Both the two and three-year option require that students complete the same number of courses and credits.
Technology Requirements for participation (not all of the below listed requirements must be available for the
program interview but must be purchased and demonstrated working by the start date):
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High bandwidth though a direct internet connection (no wireless)
Webcam
Headset with microphone
Ability to participate throughout web-conferencing classes
Ability to scan and email documents (scanner or printer that scans)
Please review any additional requirements listed at this link under ‘Technology Requirements”:
http://outreach.ewu.edu/1377
Return Completed Application by March 1, 2015 . It is our strong preference that you submit your application electronically by
emailing it to Dr. Chaffin at jchaffin@ewu.edu. Feel free to scan your required documents into one file to facilitate your
submission. You may also request your references email their forms to us from their email address. If electronic submission is
not possible, you may submit your application by mailing it to:
Attn: Ed.S. in School Psychology Respecialization Program Admissions Committee
Department of Psychology
135 Martin Hall
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA 99004
Department of Psychology
School Psychology Respecialization Program
135 Martin Hall
Cheney, WA 99004-2423
Voice: (509) 359-4736
APPLICATION FOR GRADUATE STUDY
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY RESPECIALIZATION PROGRAM
Date:
EWU ID Number (if known):
Applying for:
Name:
Age:
Last
First
MI
Summer, 2015
Sex:
Maiden
Address:
PO/Street
Telephone Home:
City
State
Work:
Zip
Email:
Print/type clearly
Prerequisites for Respecialization Program in School Psychology: A graduate degree in counseling psychology, clinical
psychology, social work, special education or closely related field is required. Transcripts must be provided to Graduate
Studies.
Degree Information
Undergraduate Institution
Degree:
Major/Minor:
Institution:
Graduate Institution
Year of Degree Award:
Degree:
Major/Minor:
Institution:
Additional Graduate Institution (if applicable):
Year of Degree Award:
Degree:
Major/Minor:
Cumulative GPA:
Cumulative GPA:
Institution:
Year of Degree Award:
Post Baccalaureate Course Work (not within a graduate program) Completed:
Course(s)
Credit
Grade
Course(s)
Credit
Cumulative GPA:
Grade
Department of Psychology
School Psychology Respecialization Program
135 Martin Hall
Cheney, WA 99004-2423
Voice: (509) 359-4736
Significant Work Experience: (Schools, Agencies, Volunteer, Teaching, Research, etc.):
Names and Addresses of three (3) persons who will be recommending you for graduate study:
Please describe your interest in school psychology and this program:
Department of Psychology
School Psychology Respecialization Program
135 Martin Hall
Cheney, WA 99004-2423
Voice: (509) 359-4736
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION FOR
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY RESPECIALIZATION PROGRAM
Application Deadline is March 1, 2015
Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, students of Eastern Washington University have the right to inspect their files
upon request. Please sign one of the following statements so that the person you have requested to write a letter of recommendation
will know if their letter will be held in confidence or if the letter will be open to your inspection upon your request. The waiving of
your right to see this letter of recommendation is not a requirement for admission or consideration for an award.
□ I understand that I have the right to
inspect my file upon request under the
Family Educational Rights and Privacy
Act. I hereby WAIVE my right of
Access to this letter of recommendation.
Signature of Applicant
□ I DO NOT WAIVE my right of access
to this letter of recommendation.
Signature of Applicant
If the candidate waives the right to inspect his/her file, please deliver this letter of recommendation in a signed envelope to the
address at the bottom of the form.
TO THE CANDIDATE: Complete Part I. Give this form to the person recommending you. At least one recommendation must
come from a current or recent employer/direct supervisor.
Part I
Name of Applicant:
Please describe the personal contacts you have had with the person giving reference:
Part II
TO PERSON FURNISHING REFERENCE: Please fill out this form and forward it as soon as possible to Ed.S. in School
Psychology Respecialization Program Admissions Committee, 135 Martin Hall, Cheney, WA 99004. Please
complete the rating below. If you do not know the candidate well, please feel free to indicate this. Such frankness will
not prejudice the candidate’s application for admission.
I do not know the candidate well enough to give a recommendation.
1.
In what capacity and during what period of time have you known this applicant?
2.
Why do you believe that this candidate is making a wise decision to move into the field of school psychology?
Department of Psychology
School Psychology Respecialization Program
135 Martin Hall
Cheney, WA 99004-2423
Voice: (509) 359-4736
Please Rate the Candidate for the School Psychology Respecialization Program on the following
Professional Dispositions. Provide an example or description from your interactions with this candidate where
you have observed behaviors representing the disposition (one or two sentences is fine, but if you need more
space, please feel free to use the back of the page). For some of the dispositions (e.g. Assessment Strategies),
the candidate may not have prior experiences. For these, feel free just to tell us how you see the candidate as a
match for this disposition.
For the Scale, 1 = Not at All Like the Candidate, 5 = Very Much Like the Candidate.
1. Enthusiasm: Appears excited about work;
engages school staff and students,
supervising teachers and colleagues in
discussions about content; provides
examples of how knowledge can be
connected to students’ everyday lives.
2. Interaction with Children: Looks to engage
with students/clients. Approaches children in
positive manner. Communicates with
appropriate school personnel to learn more
about students’ lives; expresses concerns
about specific students in a timely and
professional manner.
3. Sensitivity: Adapts to established work
procedures and policies; interacts effectively
with peers, instructors, students, teachers, and
administrators; communicates well with all
students and their families; addresses the
specific needs of individual students and their
families. Works in collaborative manner with
peers. Knows that all students can learn.
1
2
3
4
5
3
4
5
3
4
5
Example/description:
1
2
Example/description:
1
2
Example/description:
Department of Psychology
School Psychology Respecialization Program
135 Martin Hall
Cheney, WA 99004-2423
Voice: (509) 359-4736
4. Self-expression: Adjusts the complexity of
his/her language to the linguistic abilities of
others; is able to express him/herself in a
clear and professional manner in speaking
and in writing. Is able to express self in
manner that is not offensive to others.
5. Planning: Modifies plans as needs or
situations change; changes directions and
explanations to suit situation and audience;
adjusts plans based on intended audience
understanding, interest, or engagement. As a
graduate student Is able to work with some
degree ambiguity, not requiring every detail
explained; can figure it out using own skills.
Shows initiative in work. Self-starter.
6. Life Long Learning: Responds to
constructive feedback by making appropriate
changes in instruction or action;
demonstrates an understanding of his/her
own strengths and weaknesses; makes
adjustments based on his/her own reflection;
appears committed to being a “lifelong
learner.”
1
2
3
4
5
3
4
5
3
4
5
Example/description:
1
2
Example/description:
1
2
Example/description:
Department of Psychology
School Psychology Respecialization Program
135 Martin Hall
Cheney, WA 99004-2423
Voice: (509) 359-4736
7. Assessment Strategies: Uses informal and
formal assessment strategies; provides
feedback in constructive ways; assesses
performance without making judgments
about his/her character; uses information
gained from assessment to plan and modify
assignments.
8. Professionalism: Attends all field
experiences (or communicates with
appropriate personnel regarding extenuating
circumstances that prevents attendance);
arrives on time; is prepared to participate;
dresses professionally; observes
confidentiality; adheres to school and
profession’s code of conduct.
1
2
3
4
5
3
4
5
Example/description:
1
2
Example/description:
Do you know of any reason why this candidate would not make strong ethical and professional judgments?
Yes
No
Additional information:
Please feel free to attach a letter of recommendation expanding upon the candidate’s qualities and characteristics
related to eligibility for the Eastern Washington University Ed.S. in School Psychology Respecialization Program.
Your Name (Typed or Printed)
Signature
Occupation, Positions, or Title
Institution or Business
Date
Address
Street/Apartment
City
State
Return Completed Application by March 1, 2015 to jchaffin@ewu.edu. You may also mail to:
Attn: Ed.S. in School Psychology Respecialization Program Admissions Committee
Department of Psychology
135 Martin Hall
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA 99004
Zip