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.
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Dr. Tomekia Luckett PhD, RN is the Director, Nursing Continuing Professional Development at Walden University. Dr. Luckett has a nursing career spanning more than 21 years with over a decade of experience leading continuing education. Prior to joining Walden, Dr. Luckett served as the Director for the Council on Nursing Education for Mississippi Nurses Association where she currently volunteers and lends her expertise. Dr. Luckett completed her Ph.D. in Nursing Leadership at the University of Southern Mississippi, and received her B.S. in Nursing, and Master’s degree in Nursing Education from William Carey University. Dr. Luckett is well equipped and knowledgeable in the areas of social, scientific, and educational innovation. Dr. Luckett is a dedicated, life-long nurse committed to clinical practice, education, and administration.
AS, Southwest Ms Community College
BS, William Carey University
MSN, William Carey University
PhD, University of Southern Mississippi
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