Northern Illinois University

Department of Psychology

M.A. (Specialist Level Certification) Program

Students in our school psychology program can earn a master’s degree in psychology and continue on to complete our specialist-level certification program. This certification entitlement program typically takes a total of three years (including internship) and involves:

  • A minimum of 60 hours of coursework
  • First year practicum (100 hours) and second year practicum (200 hours).
  • A two-semester internship
  • Competency examination
  • Completion of a portfolio containing performance- and knowledge-based evidence demonstrating that they have met the program competencies.)