Doctoral Concentration in Early Childhood Studies

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The concentration in early childhood studies provides on-campus doctoral students within the Special Education and School Psychology programs expertise in young children’s early development and learning with a focus on children (birth – five years old) who are vulnerable due to biological, environmental, or established risk conditions and their families. The concentration is designed to offer interdisciplinary graduate education by combining coursework and applied research opportunities focused on areas within the field of early childhood studies including health, mental health, early education and care, early intervention, policy and law, and family and community-based social supports. The concentration provides a unique opportunity for graduate students to interact with faculty across disciplines who have diverse academic backgrounds and areas of research and expertise.

Early Childhood Studies Concentration Coursework

Our Ph.D. in Special Education program is for aspiring researchers and educators dedicated to advancing scholarship that tackles vital societal challenges. We believe in empowering our students to be active contributors to academic communities. Career goals for prospective students include entering the academy as professors, instructors, or researchers. For more information about the Special Education Ph.D. program, please contact Dr. Melinda Leko.