The School Psychology Clinic at PennWest California offers low-cost psychoeducational assessment services for community members from preschool to the twelfth grade. Clients work with master’s level candidates preparing to become school psychologists as an extension of our training process. All supervision is conducted by faculty members who hold doctorate degrees and state certification in school psychology.
Under supervision, our candidates use best practice approaches and assessment tools
to help answer questions and solve problems related to learning, academics, life skills,
as well as social and emotional skills.
Psychoeducational Testing Services
School psychologists conduct psychoeducational assessments and make recommendations for eligibility of disabilities as defined by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act and state education codes. Thus, the diagnoses that school psychologists make are educational, not medical. As such, assessment services available through the School Psychology Clinic align with the profession.
Some examples of common childhood disorders that school psychologists are trained to diagnose in relation to their impact on the child in the school setting include learning disabilities, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorders, anxiety and depression. Gifted and school readiness referrals are also welcomed.
Most evaluations are completed with two visits to the campus clinic. The first meeting
will include a parent interview followed by a two-to-six-hour testing session with
the child, depending upon the nature of the referral. Upon completion of the evaluation,
a report of the results will be written. A follow-up meeting to discuss the findings
and recommendations will be scheduled within four weeks of the testing session. While
clients are encouraged to attend this meeting in person, a zoom meeting may also be
scheduled. A copy of the final report will be provided to the parent of the client. If requested, reports may also be given
to professionals involved directly with the client with written permission.
Scheduling and Location
The School Psychology Clinic is open for appointments from September to November, then from February to April. To check availability and schedule an appointment, please call (724) 938-4403 or email psychclinic-cal@pennwest.edu.
The Clinic is located in Residence Hall B, room 443, on the PennWest California campus. Free
parking is provided with a University Guest Parking Pass. Once scheduled, clients will receive additional information to
best prepare for their appointment.
Fees
The School Psychology Clinic has a fee of $100 per evaluation. Clinic fees for children
of PennWest employees are waived.
Program Info
Contact Us
School Psychology Clinic
Phone: 724-938-4403
Email: psychclinic-cal@pennwest.edu
School Psychology Program Faculty
Angela Bloomquist, Ed.D.
Professor
Certified School Psychologis
Joel Erion, Ed.D
Professor
Licensed Psychologist
Meghan Ferraro, Ed.D., NCSP, BCBA
Professor
Certified School Psychologist
Dana Keener, Ph.D., NCSP
Associate Professor
Certified School Psychologist
Licensed Psychologist
Kristen F. Schaffner, Ph.D., NCSP
Associate Professor
Certified School Psychologist
Licensed Psychologist
Edward Snyder, Ph.D.
Professor
Licensed Psychologist