Educational and School Psychology in Newfoundland and Labrador

• Published in: Canadian Journal of School Psychology
• Main Authors: Joy, Rhonda, Paul, Heather, Adey, Keith, Wilmott, Angela, Harris, Gregory E.
• Format: Article in Journal/Newspaper
• Language: English
• Published: SAGE Publications 2016
• Subjects: Developmental and Educational Psychology; Newfoundland
• Online Access: http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0829573516654376; http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/0829573516654376; http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full-xml/10.1177/0829573516654376

Educational psychology is an important profession in the Newfoundland and Labrador school system. Educational psychologists have core training in the areas of education and psychology and offer a variety of services to students, families, and teachers in the school system. This article builds on Martin’s reflections by exploring the evolution of the profession over the past 15 years. The history of professional training and education within the province is highlighted along with regulatory considerations for psychology registration. The implementation of a standard of practice for the role of the educational psychologist in the school system is discussed along with practice considerations for the role. Finally, recommendations and future considerations are explored.