2006-2007 Academic Year - Trinity University

EDUCATION
Elementary emphasis: A minimum of 72 semester hours in music including: 1000
(7 semesters), 1403, 1404, 2403, 2404, 3121, 3223, 3224 or 3225, 3341, 3342,
4301, 18 credits of applied music in one area (14 of which must be at the level of
22-- or above) and 4 credits of applied music in a secondary area, 8 credits of large
ensemble, 1161, 3161, 4321, 4361, 4364, and 1 credit of music electives.
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Graduate Course of Study
During the graduate year of study, students in general education will complete the
following: EDUC 5339, 5349, 5350, 5351, 5646, 5647, and 5948.
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION
This program is designed to prepare candidates to assume responsibility as a principal or
assistant principal of an elementary or secondary school, or as a central office midmanagement
administrator. Emphasis is given to practical management techniques and to the
role of the administrator as an instructional leader. Candidates will pursue courses in school
management, educational finance, and general leadership skills. Additionally, students study
curriculum development, supervision of instruction, and educational research. The Master of
Education degree in School Administration may be earned by completing 36 semester hours.
Upon completion of coursework and the requisite certification exam, students will receive
Texas’ Standard Principal Certificate.
The course of study includes:
EDUC 5390
EDUC 5391
EDUC 5392
EDUC 5393
EDUC 5394
EDUC 5395
EDUC 5396
EDUC 6390
EDUC 6391
EDUC 6392
EDUC 6693
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY
Educational Administration and Organization
School Management Functions
Administration of the Elementary and Secondary School
Research Methods - School Administration
Supervised Practicum - School Administration
Curriculum Development
Problems in Administration
School Law and Finance
Advanced Problems in Administration
Supervision and Evaluation of Teaching
Internship
Trinity University offers a 60-semester hour specialist program in school psychology that is
approved by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). The Master of Arts in
School Psychology is awarded after completing 54 semester hours and must be completed in
two years of full-time study.
The third year internship (6 semester hours) consists of a minimum of 1200 clock-hour
placement in a school setting. This full-time experience occurs over two consecutive
semesters (Fall and Spring) and provides interns with opportunities for supervised work in
assessment, counseling, consultation, and program evaluation. Successful completion of the
three-year specialist program is documented on the student’s transcript.
Upon completing the 60-semester hour program, students are eligible for national certification
by NASP. The Trinity University program meets the certification and licensure requirements
by states that have adopted NASP standards such as Texas.
The course of study includes:
EDUC 5380
EDUC 5181
EDUC 5381
EDUC 5382
Biosocial Basis of Behavior and Emotion
Human Development and Learning Lab
Human Development and Learning
Psychological Assessment: Cognitive and Academic
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