behavioural and learning difficulties. Educational psychologists also advise
on the needs o f individual children in the school environment.
Educational psychology focuses on the needs o f children in the
school environment, as well as how school experiences impact other areas
o f children’s lives. School psychologists conduct evaluations o f children to
determine eligibility for special services and to identify children with
problems such as learning disabilities, emotion or mood disorders, and
many other childhood psychological problems, especially as they relate to
educational needs. In addition to conducting assessments, provide services
such as counseling, teacher consultation, and crisis intervention.
In Great Britain, training involves an initial degree in psychology, a
teaching qualification and at least 2 years_ experience o f teaching in
schools, before starting postgraduate training in educational psychology.
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