Ph.D. in Human Services - Self-Designed Online Degree Information

	Ph.D. in Human Services - Self-Designed
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Degree Title:	Ph.D. in Human Services - Self-Designed
College:	Walden University
Description:	The Ph.D. in Human Services Program develops leaders and practitioners within the helping professions while studying literature and theoretical framework in the human services field. The program emphasizes respect for diverse populations, sensitivity to individual and cultural differences, and ethical responsibility. Students in the Ph.D. in Human Services program have the option to design their own specialization. A Self-Designed specialization must fit within the existing range of expertise of the Human Services faculty and the KAM curriculum structure of the General Program in Human Services. It must also be developed in consultation with program faculty and approved by the faculty chair. Walden is ideal for ambitious learners who wish to pursue an advanced degree without sacrificing career or family.

Accreditation:	North Central Association (NCA) (?)
Delivery Format:	Self Directed Study/Online (?)
Educational Level:	Doctorate (?)
Language:	English
Requirements:	Students must have a master's degree from an accredited institution.

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency: (?)
North Central Association of Schools and Colleges

Address:
650 South Exeter Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
US

Institution Type: (?)
Private, for-profit, Higher Education

Calendar Type:
Walden offers frequent start dates. Check with an Enrollment Advisor for details.

Credit-earning Options:
Transfer of credit varies by applicant.

Delivery Format: (?)
Online course structure with residency requirements for Ph.D. programs.

Carnegie Classification: (?)
Doctoral/Research University—Intensive

Technical Requirements:
Applicants to master's programs should possess minimum online and Internet capability, and KAM-based students should have a working knowledge and understanding of computers, but computer literacy is not essential.

Geographic Restrictions:
Walden best serves the needs of those students living within the United States or Canada.

On-Campus Requirement:
Doctoral programs require 20 units of academic residency, and some master's programs have specific courses and specializations with residency requirements.

Loans Offered:
Walden offers Federal Financial Aid and Student loans. A full-service financial aid office offers assistance to students who need help funding their educational expenses.