View our EdD Early Childhood specialization completion requirements
Minimum degree requirements:
60 quarter credits
- Core courses (50 cr.)
- Capstone (10 cr.)
Empowering the greater good for 50 years and counting.
In 1970, two educators were inspired to create opportunities for working professionals where there previously were none. Our founders saw the potential of distance learning to help adult learners earn advanced degrees. That’s how Walden University was born. Ever since, we’ve helped reshape access to high-quality education.
We’re proud of the opportunities we’ve created and everything our students have achieved. Your life is busy, but that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your education. We’ve helped more than 200,000 alumni find the way forward. And we’re ready to empower you.
If you’re a working professional—or anyone else who needs the flexibility to earn a degree—we’re here for you. Walden has the bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, or certificate program you need to change your world and the world around you.
FINANCIAL AID
Determining your program costs and how to pay for your education may feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be.
FLEXIBLE LEARNING FORMATS
Your learning style and schedule are unique. We offer flexible ways to learn—like Tempo Learning®, designed to fit your needs.
DEDICATED STUDENT SUPPORT
You’re never alone at Walden. Our student support teams are here for you every step of the way—so you can stay on track and thrive in your program.
EXPERT FACULTY
Learn from respected scholars, researchers, and leaders who bring real-world insights to the online classroom.
WALDEN COMMENCEMENT
Student success is what drives us—and we couldn’t be prouder of the many remarkable accomplishments of our graduates.
ACCREDITATION
Quality matters—especially when it comes to your education. Walden is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and committed to maintaining the highest standards of excellence.
Set a Course for Change®
Ignite passion.
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Walden University enables working professionals to learn the skills they need to enhance not only their lives but also the lives of those around them―and do it all on their time.
Online Learning
Expanding access to higher education
Fifty years ago, two teachers were inspired to create better opportunities for adult learners pursuing advanced degrees—and Walden University was born. For decades, we’ve helped reshape access to high-quality education.
We’ve been perfecting online education to meet your needs—and the moment. We’ve helped generations of students earn their college degree online. Are you ready to rethink the classroom? Online learning isn’t a way around. It’s the way forward. Earn your degree online, and find your moment to shine.
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Tempo Learning® SELF-PACED PROGRAMS
A Different Way to Learn
Choose this option if you prefer a flexible learning experience with no set weekly deadlines, allowing you to make progress at your pace, on your schedule.
Tempo Learning® lets you progress through your program at a pace that works for you. Move faster if you’re feeling confident—or go slower and get support from your Academic Coach when needed.
- 3-month subscription pricing
- Flexible schedule
- Dedicated Academic Coach
INSTRUCTOR-LED
Learn The Traditional Way
If you prefer learning on a predetermined schedule, the course-based format may be a good choice for you.
Our instructor-led format has a framework of scheduled classes, ongoing faculty guidance, and weekly deadlines.
- Pay by the course
- Pre-set schedule
- Personal guidance from faculty
Funding Options for Research
Doctoral research grants
Walden is proud to offer university-funded grants that support our students’ doctoral research in all fields of study. We also provide information about external grants that are available through federal, state, and local agencies and organizations that support doctoral research.
These grants are designed to support student scholarship and defray the costs of conducting doctoral research. These costs may include travel to field sites, participant incentives, or data analysis software. Walden research grants cannot be used for tuition.