This proposal for changing the current School Psychologist licensure requirements is worthy of consideration or at the very lease start a review and discussion of current requirements at the State Board Level. In this environment of position shortages, it is important that we increase the numbers of practitioners that understand the needs and guidelines of today’s public school system; particularly in regard to Special Education Eligibility requirements and the types of assessments required to make these determinations. My personal opinion is that the current coursework and required supervision hours equips the school psychologist for both practice in the public schools, alternative and private settings if they so desire. Additionally, the 5 years of experience threshold insures that the School Psychologist has the ability to apply theoretical knowledge into practical situations. Finally, over the years, I have been told by a number of School Psychologists seeking licensure that it is difficult to find licensed psychologists that are able to undertake the supervisory role  which limits their ability to complete the current requirements as written.