Our Mission

We are a community of scholars committed to the use and application of psychological foundations and research to understanding and solving human problems across the lifespan and in diverse contexts including families, communities, schools, and workplaces.

At a Glance

The Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology and Special Education (ECPS) offers the best of two worlds: intimate graduate programs in a large, vibrant, and culturally rich university. ECPS faculty eschew the traditional research-practice dichotomy focusing on the integration of practice and research, working closely with schools, community agencies, and policy makers. They serve as advisors at the provincial, national and international levels.

Students enjoy extensive interaction with professors and have the opportunity to develop their skills and abilities to their highest potential through programs tailored to meet individual needs. The Department provides opportunities for in depth collaborations among students and between students and faculty. Our student body is a rich, multicultural mix from across Canada and around the world.

The Department has five program areas: Counselling Psychology; Human Development, Learning and Culture; Measurement, Evaluation and Research Methodology; School Psychology; and Special Education.