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Model of Comprehensive and Integrated School Psychological Services (NASP, 2010)

National Association of School Psychologists

4340 East West Highway, Suite 402

Bethesda, Maryland 20814

Phone: 301-657-0270 Website: www.nasponline.org

Model of Comprehensive and Integrated

School Psychological Services (NASP, 2010)

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Standards for School PsychologyRevised and Adopted - 2010• Standards for Graduate Preparation of

School Psychologists

• Standards for the Credentialing of School Psychologists

• Principles for Professional Ethics

• Model for Comprehensive and Integrated School Psychological Services

http://www.nasponline.org/standards/2010standards.aspx

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Standards for School Psychology

• NASP mission as a context for standards:» The mission of the National Association

of School Psychologists (NASP) is to represent school psychology and support school psychologists to enhance the learning and mental health of all children and youth.

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Standards Documents

• Provide a unified set of national principles that guide graduate education, credentialing, professional practice and services, and ethical behavior of effective school psychologists

• Intended to:» define contemporary school psychology » promote school psychological services for

children, families and schools » provide a foundation for the future of school

psychology

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Standards Documents, continued

• Used to communicate NASP’s positions and advocate for qualifications and practices of school psychologists with stakeholders, policy makers, and other professional groups at the national, state, and local levels.

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Impact of NASP Standards• NASP has promoted standards for over 30 years.

• These standards have transformed the profession and are the backbone of preparation and practice.

• Most states use these standards for credentialing and licensure purposes.

• Many school districts use these standards as the basis for SP performance evaluations.

• Currently:» 182 training programs are NASP Approved

» 31 states accept the NCSP

» 11,629 school psychologists hold the NCSP

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The Practice Model is designed to promote the connection between our training, standards and our actual practice.

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Why We Need a Practice Model• It provides a more organized and coherent framework

to advocate for and communicate about school psychological services, particularly with school administrators and policymakers

• It provides a concrete tool for advocating for roles and job preservation

• It promotes consistency of practice by delineating what services might reasonably be expected to be available from school psychologists

• It provides direction for excellence in delivery of services

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Model for Comprehensive and Integrated SP Services: Components

• Two major sections:

Professional Practices – aligned with 10 domains of practice that are the core components of the model

Organizational Principles – intended to be utilized by organizations that employ school psychologists

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Professional Practices that Permeate all Aspects of Service Delivery

Data-based decision making and accountabilityKnowledge of varied models and methods of

assessment and data collection for identifying strengths and needs, developing effective services and programs, and measuring progress and outcomes.

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Examples:

•Use problem solving frameworks

•Collect and review student progress data

•Analyze school improvement data

•Evaluate treatment fidelity

•Valid & Reliable Assessments

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Professional Practices That Permeate All Aspects of Service Delivery

Consultation and collaborationKnowledge of varied models and strategies for

consultation, collaboration, and communication applicable to individuals, families, groups, and systems, and methods to promote effective implementation of services.

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Examples:

•Consult & collaborate with families, teachers, etc.

•Coordinate with community providers

•Work to advocate for needed change

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Direct and Indirect Services for Children, Families and Schools

Student-Level ServicesInterventions and instructional support to

develop academic skills knowledge of biological, cultural, and social influences on

academic skills; learning, cognitive, and developmental processes; and evidence-based curricula and instructional strategies

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Examples

•Implement evidenced based interventions to improve student engagement and learning

•Promote the use of instructional strategies for diverse learners

•Use data to assess student gains

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Direct and Indirect Services for Children, Families and Schools

Student-Level ServicesInterventions and mental health services to

develop social and life skills knowledge of biological, cultural, and social influences on

behavior and mental health; behavioral and emotional impacts on learning and life skills; and evidence-based strategies to promote social-emotional functioning and mental health

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Examples•Implement evidenced based interventions to improve individual student social, emotional, and behavioral wellness•Monitor fidelity of implementation•Screen for & identify warning signs

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Direct and Indirect Services for Children, Families and Schools

Systems-Level ServicesSchool-wide practices to promote learning

knowledge of school and systems structure, organization, and theory; general and special education; technology resources; and evidence-based school practices that promote learning and mental health

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Examples

•Implement school-wide prevention and promotion programs

•Advocate for policies and practices that promote positive school environments

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Direct and Indirect Services for Children, Families and Schools

Systems-Level ServicesPreventive and responsive services

knowledge of principles and research related to resilience and risk factors in learning and mental health; services in schools and communities to support multi-tiered prevention, and evidence-based strategies for effective crisis response

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Examples:

•Participate in school crisis prevention and response teams

•Evaluate and engage in activities that alleviate risk and promote resilience

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Direct and Indirect Services for Children, Families and Schools

System Level Services

Family-school collaboration services knowledge of principles and research related to family

systems, strengths, needs, and culture; evidence-based strategies to support family influences on children’s learning and mental health; and strategies to develop collaboration between families and schools

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Examples:

•Reach out and engage parents

•Promote respect and appropriate services for cultural and linguistic differences

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Foundations of School Psychological Service Delivery

Diversity in development and learning knowledge of individual differences, abilities, disabilities,

and other diverse characteristics; principles and research related to diversity factors for children, families, and schools, including factors related to culture, context, and individual and role differences; and evidence-based strategies to enhance services and address potential influences related to diversity

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Examples:

•Provide culturally competent and responsive services

•Promote fairness and social justice in school policies and programs

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Foundations of School Psychological Service Delivery

Research and program evaluation knowledge of research design, statistics,

measurement, varied data collection and analysis techniques, and program evaluation sufficient for understanding research and interpreting data in applied settings

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Examples:

•Gather data about the impact of services on student performance

•Assist in program evaluation

•Assist teachers in collecting meaningful student data

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Foundations of School Psychological Service Delivery

Legal, ethical, and professional practice knowledge of the history and foundations of school

psychology; multiple service models and methods; ethical, legal, and professional standards; and other factors related to professional identity and effective practice as school psychologists

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Examples:

•Remain knowledgeable about legal issues

•Comply with regulatory expectations

•Engage in professional development

•Use supervision & mentoring

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Organizational Principles

• Outlines the organizational conditions that must be met in order to ensure effective delivery of school psychological services for children, families, and schools.

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Organizational PrinciplesThis section provides organizational

recommendations to school districts pertaining to the delivery of school psychological services. Areas include:

1. Organization of Services 2. Working Climate 3. Physical, personnel, and fiscal support

systems 4. Professional Communication 5. Supervision and mentoring6. Professional development and recognition

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Key Issues Addressed

• Development and sustainability of comprehensive and coordinated school psychological services

• Levels and types of supports and resources needed

• Importance of attending to retention and recruitment

• Communication and interpersonal respect• Professional development• Mentoring and Performance Appraisal

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School Psychology RatioOrganizational Principle 3.2

…. “Generally, the ratio should not exceed one school psychologist for every 1000 students. When school psychologists are providing comprehensive and preventive services (i.e., evaluations, consultation, individual/group counseling, crisis response, behavioral interventions, etc), this ratio should not exceed one school psychologist for every 500 to 700 students in order to ensure quality of student outcomes. Similarly, when school psychologists are assigned to work primarily with student populations that have particularly intensive special needs (e.g., students with significant emotional or behavioral disorders, or students with autism spectrum disorders), this school psychologist to student ratio should be even lower.”

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How does the Practice Model connect with Blueprint III?• The NASP Model for Comprehensive and

Integrated School Psychological Services is the official model for practice adopted by our delegate assembly.

• All previous standards revisions and Blueprints 1-3 all helped inform this model.

• Blueprint 3 was a “blueprint” but not the final product. It was never formally adopted.

• Many of the conceptual ideas and components of Blueprint 3 are integrated into the Practice Model.

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NASP Practice Model Resources

• NASP is building a resource page for individuals and states to assist in the adoption of the practice model.

• When completed, resources will include:» Practice model brochure» Adaptable presentations » Self assessment Tool» Advocacy and marketing tools & tips for state

association leadership and individuals» Reference materials» Related professional development materials

• http://www.nasponline.org/standards/practice-model/

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This slide presentation may be adapted by the user to reflect specifics in your district/schools. Content or “best practice” information may not be changed without approval from NASP. The NASP logo and any specific author credits must remain. State and local school psychology associations may add their logo and contact information to the presentation. This slide may be removed before giving a presentation.

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