The doctoral program in Special Education with a concentration in Learning Disabilities & Behavior Disorders focuses on competence, excellence and leadership. We train you to assume leadership positions in higher education or in public and private education settings.
Why Earn a Learning Disabilities & Behavior Disorders Special Education Ph.D.?
At the doctoral level, the emphasis is on broadening your understanding of behavior and its impact on:
Learning
Ecological assessment
Issues and emerging trends in the field of emotional/behavioral disorders
Research and use of evidence-based practices
Issues and practices in personnel development at the pre-service and graduate levels
Components of effective programs
Program evaluation and other topics relevant to your terminal goals
A master's degree in Special Education or a closely related field is required for application to the doctoral program. Candidates with master's degrees in other fields will be required to take up to five additional courses in Special Education, with advisor's approval.
Сентябрь 2025
College of Education
Matthews Hall, Room 117,
DENTON,
Texas,
76203, United States
The candidate must earn a minimum number of hours of graduate credit beyond the master’s degree or hours beyond the bachelor’s degree as specified by the degree program.
English Language Proficiency: Minimum TOEFL score requirement is 79; Minimum IELTS score is 6.0; Minimum PTE score is 53.
Требования к IELTS могут отличаться в зависимости от выбранного курса
