Education, EdD

Mission Statement

The mission of the Doctor of Education program is to develop professional healthcare practitioners, leaders, and educators by preparing its graduates to fill the growing demand for faculty, administrators and leaders in health science-related education.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the EdD program, graduates will be able to

• establish an advanced scholarly agenda;
• employ interprofessional education techniques to teaching and/or leadership practices;
• evaluate an education or leadership practice and create solutions;
• use effective communication skills in teaching or leading;
• formulate a teaching and/or leadership philosophy that reflects professionalism, integrity and ethical standards;
• use a leadership development plan to guide professional growth; and
• contribute to the analysis of scholarly works through the evaluation of evidence-based literature.

Admission Requirements

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Program Overview

The EdD program consists of 60 credit hours and it is estimated that students will complete the program in 4 years, based off the most recent 2-year graduate data (2016–-2017 and 2017–-2018); however, individual experiences will vary based on factors including, but not limited to:, individual progression, part‐time vs. full‐time enrollment, credits transferred, changing specializations, unsuccessful course completion, leaves of absence, or other personal circumstances. Thirty-eight credits of the total 60 are considered core coursework and are required. From there each student is provided the opportunity to complete elective courses with emphasis on an area of specialization such as Athletic Training, Nursing or Leadership, or students can choose from a number of more advanced electives in Teaching and Learning. -updated 2/4/2020

Delivery of Coursework

Courses in the EdD program are offered in an online format. The online courses consist of web-based text with extensive graphics, videos, and audio clips. There are opportunities provided for faculty-to-student and student-to-student synchronous and asynchronous interactive collaboration.

Active Status and Academic Requirement

To remain active in the EdD program, the student must

• begin the program in the trimester for which he or she was admitted by registering for and completing at least one course;
• register for and complete a minimum of 12 credits, or fewer with written permission of the Program Director, each ensuing full calendar year and complete those courses within the prescribed period;
• maintain timely and effective communication with the program office; and
• maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Time Limit

Students must complete all EdD program requirements within 4 years. An extension of up to 2 years may be requested. -updated 2/4/2020

Tuition and Fees

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Standard Occupational Classification codes for which program is intended to prepare graduates:  Education Administrators, Postsecondary (11-9033); Education Administrators, All Other (11-9039); Instructional Coordinators (25-9031); Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1071); Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1072)