Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education
School of Education
Special Education Leadership Specialization
Strengthen your ability to oversee and advocate for the growing number of students who need special education services, and contribute to the field through your own doctoral research. This specialization provides a strong foundation in general P–12 educational administration, along with focused course work in special education administration, instructional strategies, law, and finance. People who choose this specialization include those pursuing special education leadership positions at the building, district, state, or national level; higher education faculty positions; or consulting positions in the field of special education.
The residential colloquia experience
As a doctoral learner, you will attend three one-week colloquia at specific stages in your program, in addition to your online courses. These energizing residencies provide you with insights and knowledge that will be valuable during your doctoral studies and beyond. Learn more about residential colloquia:
Total Program:
120
quarter credits
Next Start Date: Call for date
Cost Per Quarter:
$4,335.00
78% of our learners receive aid.
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Core Courses
- ED8007 - Leading Innovation - 4 quarter credits
- ED8113 - Advanced Study in Research Methods - 4 quarter credits
- ED8119 - Advanced Practicum in Research Design* - 4 quarter credits
Specialization Courses
- ED7820 - Principles of Educational Administration - 4 quarter credits
- ED7822 - The Funding of Educational Institutions - 4 quarter credits
- ED7823 - Education and the Law - 4 quarter credits
- ED7106 - Curriculum Development - 4 quarter credits
- ED7541 - Teacher Supervision and Evaluation - 4 quarter credits
- ED7545 - Special Education Administration - 4 quarter credits
- ED7550 - Leadership for Director of Special Education* - 4 quarter credits
- ED7551 - Special Education Curriculum and Instructional Strategies* - 4 quarter credits
- ED7552 - Special Education Law and Finance* - 4 quarter credits
- ED7554 - Internship for Director of Special Education I - 2 quarter credits plus 160 hours field experience
- ED7555 - Internship for Director of Special Education II - 2 quarter credits plus 160 hours field experience
- ED9919 - Doctoral Comprehensive Examination* - 4 quarter credits
- ED9920 - Dissertation Courseroom* - non-credit
- ED9921 - Dissertation Research 1* - 5 quarter credits
- ED9922 - Dissertation Research 2* - 5 quarter credits
- ED9923 - Dissertation Research 3* - 5 quarter credits
- ED9924 - Dissertation Research 4* - 5 quarter credits
Eleven Elective Courses
- ED7852 - P-12 Principalship - 4 quarter credits
- ED7542 - The Politics of P–12 Education - 4 quarter credits
- ED7543 - The Superintendency - 4 quarter credits
- ED7544 - Introduction to School Business Administration - 4 quarter credits
- ED7901 - Internship in Educational Administration I* - 4 quarter credits
- ED7902 - Internship in Educational Administration II* - 4 quarter credits
- ED7903 - Internship in the Superintendency I* - 4 quarter credits
- ED7904 - Internship in the Superintendency II* - 4 quarter credits
- ED8812 - The Governance of Educational Institutions - 4 quarter credits
- ED7310 - Evaluating the Effectiveness of the Educational Process - 4 quarter credits
- ED8100 - The Future of Educational Institutions: Topics and Trends - 4 quarter credits
- ED7818 - The Future of Teaching and Learning: Issues for the Educational Leader - 4 quarter credits
- ED8111 - The Historical and Social Foundations of Education - 4 quarter credits
- ED8115 - Advanced Quantitative Research Methods* - 4 quarter credits
- ED8117 - Advanced Qualitative Research Methods* - 4 quarter credits
- ED8910 - The Minnesota Superintendency - 4 quarter credits
Admission to the Special Education Leadership specialization requires learners to
complete and submit the Capella University School of Education Certification of Teaching Experience form located at
www.capella.edu/aspscripts/schools/TeachingExperience.pdf. Completing and submitting the pre-assessment is also part of the application process.
Capella University cannot guarantee licensure, certification, or endorsement. State regulations vary. It is learners' responsibility to understand and comply with requirements for their state.
State regulations vary regarding course requirements for professional licensure. For assistance with state-mandated course requirements for licensure, contact the designated school representative.
Prior to enrollment, Washington state learners are advised to contact the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction at 360.725.6320 or profed@k12.wa.us to determine teacher certification or endorsement requirements, and contact their school district regarding qualifications for salary advancement.
* This course has a prerequisite. Contact an enrollment counselor for more information.
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