biology biÂ·olÂ·oÂ·gy (bÄ«-Ål'É-jÄ) n. The science of life and of living organisms, including their structure, function, growth, origin, evolution, and distribution. It includes botany and zoology. The life processes or characteristic phenomena of a group or category of living organisms.
One of the best routes to a career as a school psychologist is a Psychology Doctorate (Psy.D) degree with a specialty in school psychology. Students enrolled in these programs will perform clinical research in specific areas of specialization, based on their specific preferences in this field.
Often, the school nurse and school psychologist are involved in the plan but the classroom teacher or school counselor is usually the assigned case worker. If a childâs ADHD or psychological condition severely affecting their ability to learn, you can request a special education evaluation and it is possible that the child may qualify under the category of Other Health Impaired.