Doctor of Philosophy in Developmental Psychology / Child & Adolescent Development
Walden University

Program Details

In the Child and Adolescent Development specialization, you’ll learn to apply the latest theories and research on child development, abnormal psychology, behavior analysis, and health issues affecting children and adolescents. With a focus on practical approaches to real-world challenges, such as bullying and obesity, you’ll gain the tools you need to make an impact on the well-being of children and adolescents in school, communities, and at home.

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

% Online

Mostly Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Walden University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Walden University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, (www.hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV

Additional Info

  • This program requires at least two on-campus residencies.

Restricted States

New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut