Ed.D. in Comm. Care – Intl. Cross-Cultural Counseling

What Will You Study in Liberty University’s Ed.D. in Community Care and Counseling – International Cross-Cultural Counseling?

• Cross-cultural counseling theories and multicultural counseling practices
• Cultural intelligence and ethical leadership in diverse communities
• Dissertation research and applied scholarship in international mental health
• Research design, data analysis, and program evaluation methods
• Trauma-informed care and crisis response strategies in global settings

In this program, you’ll explore the intersection of faith, culture, and trauma while gaining practical tools for leadership, program development, and research in multicultural counseling environments. With a strong foundation in data-informed decision-making and a focus on service and integrity, you can become better equipped to assess needs, design solutions, and lead ethically across global contexts. Your dissertation will allow you to contribute original research to the field – helping you make a lasting impact as a counseling professional rooted in both academic excellence and cultural humility.

Potential Careers for Ed.D. in International Cross-Cultural Counseling Graduates

• Consultant in cross-cultural mental health and wellness
• Counseling services administrator
• Cross-cultural trauma specialist
• Director of humanitarian or missions-based outreach
• Global mental health strategist
• International counseling program director
• Nonprofit or non-governmental organization program leader
• Policy advisor for multicultural mental health initiatives
• University faculty or researcher in global counseling

Benefits of Pursuing Your Ed.D. in Community Care and Counseling – International Cross-Cultural Counseling with Liberty University

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible 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 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!
• Conduct original research on a topic of your choice that aligns with your calling and career goals.
• Prepare for leadership roles in counseling, ministry, nonprofit organizations, education, and global outreach.
• Build upon your previous graduate work with advanced studies in ethics, leadership, and research methodology.

Military Benefits for Ed.D. Programs

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 (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)