EdD in Curriculum & Instruction – Educational Psychology Gain Deeper Insights from the Field of Learning Research
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100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Gain a Deeper Understanding of Human Learning Processes with an EdD in Curriculum and Instruction – Educational Psychology Degree Online
As an education professional, you have a vital responsibility to help create the best possible learning environment for your students – whether you are a teacher, professor, administrator, or curriculum specialist. One way you can accomplish this goal is by strengthening your understanding of the cognitive and psychological processes that affect how students learn and retain information. By studying the science of human learning, you can become better equipped to meet your students right where they are and provide an education that prepares them for the future.
Liberty University’s 100% online Doctor of Education (EdD) in Curriculum and Instruction – Educational Psychology is designed to help you gain the skills needed to improve learning processes and promote academic success in your school. Through this program, you can explore important aspects of human psychological development and learn to apply that knowledge to your career as an educator. You’ll also have the opportunity to hone your research abilities so you can solve various problems in the field.
Partner with us and prepare to help meet the unique needs of your students by gaining an in-depth knowledge of educational psychology.
Please note: The EdD in Curriculum and Instruction – Educational Psychology is a non-licensure program.
Why Choose Liberty’s EdD in Curriculum and Instruction – Online Educational Psychology Degree?
We’ve designed our doctorate degree in educational psychology with your success in mind. This program is offered 100% online with no set login times – meaning you’ll have the freedom to earn your degree without putting your life on hold. You can fit your coursework into your schedule and stay invested in your top priorities – like your job, family, and community – while taking the next step in your academic journey.
At Liberty, you won’t be alone in your studies. As you utilize our top-notch online learning platform, you’ll have many opportunities to interact with your professors and classmates. Our faculty will provide feedback on your assignments, answer any questions you may have, and offer guidance as you work through your courses. You’ll also be able to engage with your classmates through discussion board posts, allowing you to share ideas and grow as an education professional.
As a pioneer in distance learning since 1985, we know how to create online programs that offer you maximum flexibility without sacrificing quality. Liberty is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). You can pursue your educational psychology doctorate online with confidence knowing that our programs have met rigorous academic standards and accreditation requirements.
What Will You Study in Our EdD in Curriculum and Instruction – Educational Psychology Degree Program?
Throughout this doctoral degree in educational psychology, you’ll study a mix of research methods, education theory, and practical application so you can develop a well-rounded approach to curriculum development and instructional design. Some of the topics you’ll explore include advanced learning theory, historical and philosophical foundations of education, and strategies for promoting student achievement.
You will also be able to personalize your degree by mixing and matching courses from a list of available options. That way, you can develop the specific skills you need to pursue your career goals. Depending on your interests, you may choose to study issues and trends in curriculum and instruction, learning technologies, curriculum theory, curriculum design and development, or curriculum change.
Within the educational psychology specialization, you’ll explore the psychological foundations of teaching and learning as well as the cognitive processes involved in learning. Your courses will also cover theories of physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development across the lifespan. As you complete an in-depth analysis of human growth and learning processes, you can prepare to work with students of all ages – from kindergarteners to college students.
This educational psychology online doctoral program is rounded out by a sequence of research and evaluation courses. These classes can help equip you with the research skills and methods needed to complete your capstone project – which will give you the opportunity to examine important problems in the field and propose effective solutions.
Potential Career Opportunities
This online educational psychology doctorate degree can help equip you for a variety of career paths, such as:
- College/university administrator
- Curriculum specialist
- Instructional supervisor
- Professor
- School administrator*
- Teacher*
*Some positions may require licensure. The EdD in Curriculum and Instruction – Educational Psychology is a non-licensure program.
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Degree Information
- This doctoral program in educational psychology falls under the School of Education.
- View the Graduate Education Course Guides (login required).
- This is a non-licensure program.
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Tuition & Aid
Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
EdS and EdD Full Time | $595/Credit |
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EdS and EdD Part Time | $650/Credit |
Military EdS and EdD | $275/Credit |
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Admission Information for Liberty’s EdD in Curriculum and Instruction – Educational Psychology Degree Online
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9596.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited master’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA is required for admission in good standing.
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
The Office of Graduate Admissions may request additional documentation when conducting admission reviews to evaluate a candidate’s record before a final admission decision can be made.
Please note: Guidelines are subject to change in federal or state regulations for the licensure of school personnel.
Preliminary Acceptance
If you are sending in a preliminary transcript for acceptance, you must:
- Be in your final term and planning to start your doctoral degree after the last day of class for your master’s degree.
- Complete a Master’s Self-Certification Form confirming your completion date. You may download the form from the Forms and Downloads page or contact an admissions counselor to submit the form on your behalf.
- Submit an official transcript to confirm that you are in your final term. The preliminary transcript must show that you are within 6 credit hours of completion for a 30-48 credit hour master’s degree or within 9 credit hours of completion for a 49+ credit hour master’s degree.
- Send in an additional, final official transcript with a conferral date on it by the end of your first semester of enrollment in the new doctoral degree.
Please note: Due to the competitive nature of the Ed.D. online program, preliminary acceptance is not guaranteed.
Transcript Policies
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
Admissions Office Contact Information
Liberty University Online Admissions Verification
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Lynchburg, VA 24515
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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for EdS and EdD courses
- Additional discount for veterans who service in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
- 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)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this program allow transfer credit?
This program allows you to transfer in up to 50% of your degree, potentially saving you time and money!
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