View our EdD Early Childhood specialization completion requirements
Minimum degree requirements:
60 quarter credits
- Core courses (50 cr.)
- Capstone (10 cr.)
Minimum degree requirements:
60 quarter credits
Courses
In the EdD Early Childhood Education specialization, you’ll build skills and progress toward your final capstone project in every course.
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Are you ready to contribute more to your learning environment and grow into a higher-level role? Advance as an education leader and problem-solver with an online Education Specialist (EdS) degree from Walden.
Choose from eight education specialist degrees in a variety of disciplines, from learning innovation to special education. Our programs are designed to help you focus your expertise, build your confidence, and gain data-driven skills that promote your professional growth. Leverage your new expertise to expand your career options—or pivot seamlessly into a doctoral program to continue your studies.
The EdS degree is for educators seeking specialized skills to help them further their career and make a greater impact on student success.
TAKE EDUCATION INTO THE FUTURE
Build a differentiating skill set grounded in learning innovation and leadership.
APPLY WHAT YOU LEARN
In your capstone, collaborate with an organization to identify a challenge in education and propose an informed solution.
SET THE STAGE FOR YOUR FUTURE
Master data-driven decision making and leadership skills that can serve you in your career—or in a doctoral program.
GROW YOUR NETWORK
Join a nationwide community of top educators. Forge meaningful connections that can help you further your career goals.
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