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.
Disclaimers: Walden students have up to 8 years to complete their doctoral program unless they petition for an extension.
In general, students are continuously registered in the dissertation/doctoral study course until they complete their capstone project and it is approved. This usually takes longer than the minimum required terms in the dissertation/doctoral study course shell.
To complete a doctoral dissertation, students must obtain the academic approval of several independent evaluators including their committee, the University Research Reviewer, and the Institutional Review Board; pass the Form and Style Review; gain approval at the oral defense stage; and gain final approval by the Chief Academic Officer. Students must also publish their dissertation on ProQuest before their degree is conferred. Learn more about the dissertation process in the Dissertation Guidebook.
For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-937-8785.
Courses
PhD completion program courses help you return to doctoral work, match with an advisor, and stay on track to finishing your dissertation.
Disclaimers: Walden students have up to 8 years to complete their doctoral program unless they petition for an extension.
In general, students are continuously registered in the dissertation/doctoral study course until they complete their capstone project and it is approved. This usually takes longer than the minimum required terms in the dissertation/doctoral study course shell.
To complete a doctoral dissertation, students must obtain the academic approval of several independent evaluators including their committee, the University Research Reviewer, and the Institutional Review Board; pass the Form and Style Review; gain approval at the oral defense stage; and gain final approval by the Chief Academic Officer. Students must also publish their dissertation on ProQuest before their degree is conferred. Learn more about the dissertation process in the Dissertation Guidebook.
For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-937-8785.
Courses
Develop the skills and confidence you need to tackle complex managerial challenges, contribute new knowledge, or teach at the graduate level.
Courses
Develop the skills and confidence needed for complex managerial challenges and research with Walden’s ACBSP-accredited PhD program.
Discover career opportunities in your area that match your interests.
Dr. Martin has taught courses in qualitative research design methodology including case study, phenomenology, grounded theory, and foundations of research at another university. She also currently teaches Health care Management, Medical Specialties, Social & Behavioral Applications of Theory in Public Health as an Associate Dean at another University. Her current research has focused on whole health wellness in vulnerable populations, dynamics in United States government, autism, social medial use, and terrorism. She has produced a number of professional, peer-reviewed publications and professional presentations related to these areas of research.
PhD, University of Phoenix
MBA, University of Phoenix
BS, University of Phoenix
AS, Arizona Institute of Business and Technology
The National Society of Leadership and Success, University of Phoenix- National Society of Leadership and Success, 2020
Faculty Excellence Award, Center for Excellence and Higher Education, 2018
Faculty Excellence Award, , 2013
Esmail , A., Eargle, L., Hamann, B., Martin, C. C. (2021). Terrorism Inside America's Border. Terrorism Inside America's Border
Martin, C. C. (2020). Is Life Worth Becoming the Woman in Heels.
Martin, C. C. CHAPTER 13 - MANAGING DYNAMIC. “Living in the 21st Century World: Perspective on Climate Change, Pandemic, and Digital Transformation”
Martin, C. C. (2018). Autism: The Role of Long Term Care Leaders. Autism: The Role of Long Term Care
Martin, C. C., Esmail, A. (2016). A Cry for Peace by Reversing Violence: Social Media Intimidation. National Association for Peace/Anti-Violence Education.
Martin, C. C. (2022). Your Life Matters: Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships and The Impact on Women of Color. New Love Enterprise LLC
Martin, C. C. (2016). Finding your Purpose.
Walden University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (www.hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Walden University is a member of Adtalem Global Education, Inc. www.adtalem.com | Walden University is certified to operate by SCHEV
© 2026 Walden University LLC. All rights reserved.
Legal & Consumer Info | Website Terms and Conditions | Cookie Policy