Special Education
The doctoral program in
special education prepares personnel seeking professional positions as
college and university faculty or as administrators of public and
private special education programs. Programs of study are planned
individually in consultation with an adviser. The doctoral program is
designed to further the development of professionals who are
knowledgeable about special education research, related areas, and
proficient in statistics and research design.
A minimum of 48
credits is required consisting of advanced course work in special
education, a related area of study, and quantitative and qualitative
research methodologies. In addition, 24 dissertation credits are
required. Students are required to pass qualifying examinations prior
to commencement of the dissertation. Students complete a research and
writing requirement prior to the dissertation study. There is also an
internship (3 or 6 credits) and a residency requirement (two
consecutive terms of 12 credits).
