Doctor of Philosophy in Education / Special Education
National University

Program Details

With this PhD focused on Special Education, you can position yourself for success in almost any career path. Whether you intend to use your knowledge as a leader directly within educational environments, as a consultant for your district, or as an expert within your state, you’ll benefit from the new perspectives you gain in this program. 

With a focus on educating gifted students and those with learning disabilities, you’ll examine curriculum, trends, policies, issues, and advocacy. You’ll hone your leadership skills and conduct research, culminating in a dissertation that will broaden the field of knowledge in Special Education. 

Courses that may be offered as electives in this special education degree online include:

  • Assessment in Special Education
  • Introduction to the Exceptional Student
  • Law in Special Education

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

% Online

100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP)

School Accreditation & Licensing

National University is accredited by:

WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)

NU is a WSCUC accredited institution. WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), 985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100, Alameda, CA 94501, 510.748.9001, www.wscuc.org. WSCUC is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s)

Restricted States

Kentucky