Become a leader in the fields of teaching, learning, human development, and behavior in our Educational Psychology programs. Graduate-level researchers study how students think and learn, the science of giftedness and creativity, quantitative methodology, and the best practices in the field of school psychology.
By crafting personalized plans of study, we prepare you to be an educational researcher, theorist, or practitioner who works to serve diverse populations. Our department comprises four interconnected areas of emphasis, which provide depth and flexibility to customize your program of study and become an expert in the research skills to build knowledge about the ways students think and learn.
Our department is also home to several leading research centers and clinics that offer opportunities for practical experience working with clients and conducting research projects. This includes the School Psychology Clinic, the Academic Computing Center, and the Georgia Center for Assessment. Our students also may work closely with the Torrance Center for Creativity and Talent Development.
Our faculty members have been awarded millions of dollars in federal and private funding for research on topics such as:
Department head: Scott Ardoin
This project prepares graduate students to evaluate and plan intervention programs for K-12 students with ASD. Students earn a master's degree in special education upon completion and are eligible to sit for the board certification in applied behavior analysis examination.
Kevin M. Ayres – U.S. Department of EducationIf you believe your child may benefit from an evaluation at the UGA School Psychology Clinic, here is an overview of the various types.
If you believe your child may benefit from an evaluation at the UGA School Psychology Clinic, here is an overview of the various types.
If you believe your child may benefit from an evaluation at the UGA School Psychology Clinic, here is an overview of the various types.
