The purpose of the doctoral program in special education is to prepare national leaders who wish to do research and prepare personnel at colleges and universities. The program is designed to develop the expertise needed to develop, examine and disseminate sustainable practices that result in high achievement and successful independent living for children and adolescents with special needs. We expect to prepare individuals to become faculty members who can:
Program
While completing the doctoral program of study, doctoral students develop knowledge and skills in four major areas.
