Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

The curriculum of Walden University's Ph.D. in Psychology program with a specialization in Educational Psychology provides you the opportunity to study advanced topics in learning, motivation, behavior, cognition, and human development. Program coursework addresses theories of cognitive processes, phases of development, cross-cultural psychology, professional ethics, teaching methods, curriculum development, and aspects of thinking and emotions. Several courses focus on research practices, analytical processes, and statistical concepts. A four-part dissertation allows for the practical application of research methods as well as theories and concepts learned throughout the program to the creation of an extensive project dealing with a relevant, real-world problem of personal interest. The Ph.D. program also requires you to participate in face-to-face or virtual residencies, which include faculty member meetings and networking with peers.

What Are the Prerequisites?

You should hold a master's degree in psychology, counseling, or a related area and have three years of current experience in a clinical or educational setting or three years of academic experience before enrolling in Walden University's Ph.D. in Psychology program with a specialization in Educational Psychology. Applicants may need to complete additional requirements for some programs.

What Are the Program Requirements?

You must earn a total of 106 credits to complete the Ph.D. in Psychology program with a specialization in Educational Psychology at Walden University. This credit total reflects 71 credits in core coursework, a 20-credit dissertation, and 15 credits in electives. Electives are chosen from other areas of specialization within the Ph.D. in Psychology program. Courses are taken in the order shown below, with two courses taken in each of the program's 13 quarters. Degree program curriculum and credits are subject to change. Contact Walden University for the most current information before enrolling in a program.

Required Courses

• Foundations of Graduate Study in Psychology
• Lifespan Development
• Educational Psychology
• Research Theory, Design, and Methods
• Human Motivation
• Culture and Psychology
• Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis
• Theories of Learning
• Cognitive and Affective Bases of Behavior
• Psychology of the Exceptional Individual
• Tests and Measurement
• Ethics and Standards of Psychology
• Qualitative Reasoning and Analysis
• Elective
• Writing a Quality Prospectus
• Elective
• Advanced Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis
• Elective
• Dissertation I
• Dissertation II
• Dissertation III
• Dissertation IV

What Could I Do After I Graduate?

Career Opportunities

Obtaining a Ph.D. in Psychology with a specialization in Educational Psychology from Walden University could lead to a variety of directorial, teaching, or administrative positions in two- or four-year private or public colleges or universities. You could be responsible for counseling or educating students or managing faculty members within psychology or social science departments. Positions you could pursue include:

• Professor of psychology
• Dean of psychology department
• Counseling center director
• Dean of student affairs

Career options may require additional experience, training, or other factors beyond the successful completion of this degree program.

Find information on costs, occupation types, completion rates, and median loan debt for this program at http://waldendisclosures.com.

The Educational Psychology specialization in the Ph.D. in Psychology is not a licensure program and does not prepare an individual to become a licensed psychology professional.

Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org.