Program Overview
The School Psychologist’s primary goal is to help pupils succeed both academically and personally by addressing a wide range of psychological and developmental challenges that may impact their learning experiences. Therefore, specialised advanced graduate preparation that includes coursework and practical experiences, as covered in this certificate, is highly relevant. Consequently, the certificate’s educational profile and curriculum integrates theoretical concepts and evidence-based practices to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of how theoretical knowledge translates into practical applications.
Career Opportunities
Career prospects As the needs in school psychology are growing and new institutions with additional positions for school psychologists are being created, the need for professionals to develop in the field of school psychology according to academic standards is also increasing. Graduates of the certificate have excellent career prospects, as there is a growing demand for specialists who are trained to academic standards in the field of school psychology. More info Download the flyer Objectives Address the diverse psychological and developmental needs within educational settings Disciplinary knowledge Theories and Concepts: Demonstrate a solid understanding of school psychological theories and concepts relevant to child and adolescent development, learning, behaviour, and mental health. Assessment and Diagnosis: Acquire proficiency in conducting psychological assessments, interpreting assessment results, and making informed diagnoses of psychological challenges in pupils. Intervention Strategies: Develop a repertoire of evidence-based intervention strategies to address a wide range of psychological issues, such as learning disabilities, behavioural problems, and emotional struggles. Transversal skills Communication: Exhibit effective communication skills for collaborating with pupils, parents, teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders. Problem-Solving: Apply creative problem-solving skills to address challenges within the school environment and facilitate positive outcomes for pupils. Ethical and Cultural Sensitivity: Demonstrate awareness of ethical considerations in psychological practice and exhibit cultural competence when working with pupils from diverse backgrounds. Professional competences Counselling and Intervention: Apply counselling techniques to provide individual and group counselling to stakeholders, addressing emotional and behavioural issues and promoting positive mental health. Crisis Management: Demonstrate the ability to respond appropriately
Program Curriculum
Programme The certificate is organised on a part-time basis over 2 semesters, with the flexibility for students to spread the courses over up to 4 semesters. The program is structured in three modules: – In the first module “School Psychology – Theory” students will engage in a deep exploration of the foundational theories and concepts underpinning child and adolescent development, learning, behaviour, and mental health. – The second module “School Psychology – Application” consists of five application seminars from which students must select and attend two. Here, students will learn to bridge the gap between theory and practice by focusing on practical skills and strategies that they can apply in real-world educational settings. – The final module, “School Psychology – Case project”, is the culmination of the students’ learning journey. Here they will integrate their theoretical knowledge and practical skills into a comprehensive case study dealing with a real-life problem that School Psychologists often face. The total number of ECTS credits for the certificate is 20, with 16 acquired through course validation and an additional 4 ECTS credits obtained through the validation of a case project.Courses will be starting in September 2026CurriculumModules & Courses Admissions Academic Contents Semester 1 Semester 1 Semester 2 Course offer for Certificate in School Psychology, Semestre 1 (2026-2027 Winter) Collaborative action in schools – multi-professionalism ECTS credits: 1 Course code: CSP-3 Course title: Collaborative action in schools – multi-professionalism Number of ECTS: 1 Course code: CSP-3 Module(s): A. Theory Language: FR Mandatory: Yes Savoir :connait le contexte théorique de la collaboration multi-professionnelle (concepts connexes, historique,perspective systémique et enjeux de l’évaluation) ainsi que les spécificités du secteur éducatif et psycho-social dans l’éducation formelle à LuxembourgSavoir-faire : réalise une auto-réflexion à partir d’une situati
Admission Requirements
Admissions To apply for a programme at the University of Luxembourg, candidates must comply with the general eligibility criteria for the chosen programme type and be selected by the study programme based on the quality of their application. The programme at a glance – 20 ECTS Duration: 1 years / 2 sem Teaching languages: GERMAN + FRENCH + ENGLISH Admissions: EU: 1 Feb 2026 – 15 Jul 2026 Fees: 200€/ sem. (semester 1,2) Format: Part-time programme Specific information for this certificate Requirements Applicants must hold both a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Psychology (180 ECTS credits) and a master’s degree or equivalent (120 ECTS credits) in Psychology. Professional experience in the field of education is an additional advantage. German, French and English (B2 level) A personal letter of motivation Selection procedure & criteria The number of places in the certificate is limited to a maximum of 10 per year – this guarantees the best possible support for students. Applicants are selected on the basis of a personal letter of motivation, their academic background and, if necessary, a multilingual interview. Professional experience in the field of education is an additional advantage. Admissions procedure Share thisshare share email
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
200€/semester
About University of Luxembourg
University of Luxembourg
Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg
The University of Luxembourg is a public research university in Esch-sur-Alzette and Luxembourg City, Luxembourg. It was founded in 2003 and is the only public university in Luxembourg.
University Profile- Application Deadline EU: 1 Feb 2026 – 15 Jul 2026 Fees: 200€/ sem. (semester 1,2) Format: Part-time programme About the p
- Start Date September
- Language English / French / German
- Duration 1 year
- Credits 20
