View our EdD Early Childhood specialization completion requirements
Minimum degree requirements:
60 quarter credits
- Core courses (50 cr.)
- Capstone (10 cr.)
It’s Your Turn
Get dedicated support and resources if you have 15 or fewer prior college credits.
From competing life priorities to limited finances, college might seem like it’s out of reach—until now. Walden Undergraduate Academy™, an online learning community for first-time adult college students, removes many of the barriers that may have stood in your way. This dedicated learning experience has an extra layer of support to help you build your confidence and academic skills before you start your online bachelor’s program.
Get the Support You Need
Work with specially trained faculty and advisors who are here to help you thrive.
Gain Professional Skills
Courses are infused with workplace skills taught through practical exercises.
Learn With Your Peers
In this experience, you’ll take classes alongside other first-time adult college students.
Take Your Next Big Step Forward
You’ve put your degree on hold. But now it’s your turn to invest in yourself. Walden Undergraduate Academy™ opens new doors for working adults like you and makes earning a degree more achievable than ever before. Here’s how it works: Take a prescribed set of General Education courses during the first four quarters in your bachelor’s degree online program. Each course has built-in supports to help you gain a strong academic foundation and set yourself up for success.
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Succeed With a Dedicated Student Support Team
In Walden Undergraduate Academy, specially chosen and trained faculty are available to work with you throughout your program. They understand the unique needs of working adult learners and can help you navigate your coursework as you continue to work full time.
Learn With Other First-Time College Students
In Walden Undergraduate Academy, you’ll study among other first-time adult college students as you learn alongside them throughout your eight foundational courses. Make new friends and have a network you can turn to for advice and support anytime.
Build Versatile Professional Skills
Engage in practical learning experiences that help you build applicable, workplace-oriented skills such as business writing and communication. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to draw meaningful connections between course concepts and how they are applied in professional settings.