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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Dr. Amy Mayes is a Licensed Social Worker in Texas She earned her Doctorate in Social Work [DSW] from the University of Southern California, her Master’s [MSW] from The University of Denver, and her Bachelor’s from Colorado State University. She has been published in her research regarding mental health support with college student-athletes. She continues to do research around mental health and the impact of trauma in athletics.
DSW, University of Southern California
MSW, University of Denver
BA, Colorado State University
Mayes, A. (2021). Mental Health and College Athletes.
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