Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction – Special Education

What Will You Study in Our Online Ed.D. in Special Education Curriculum and Instruction Degree Program?

• Development and administration of gifted education programs
• Educational assessment and qualification for special needs services
• Leadership and instructional practices for diverse educational settings
• Research-based approaches to learning, motivation, and student diversity
• Strategies for effective behavior and classroom management

Through education classes, you can become equipped to assist in constructing, assessing, and improving effective learning environments for special needs children at any grade level. The core content provided to you by experienced professors can enhance your understanding of the tools and skills required for practical classroom management while equipping you with the knowledge and competencies needed to publish cutting-edge research. Each professor is dedicated to the academic and spiritual growth of their students.

Potential Career Opportunities for Ed.D. Curriculum and Instruction – Special Education Graduates

• Gifted-student instructor
• Researcher
• School administrator
• Special education instructor
• University professor

Our Ed.D. in Special Education Online Program Highlights

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online Doctor of Education degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• Most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors. As a nonprofit university, Liberty continues to strive to keep costs low for our students!
• Liberty University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

• Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Reserve/National Guard
• Veterans/retirees
• Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
• Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

• Tuition discounts – $375 per credit hour for Ed.D. courses
• 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year and no set login times.