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Counseling (Ph.D.) Specialization in Marital, Couple & Family Counseling / Therapy

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Program in Counseling is CACREP-accredited and provides a specialization in marital, couple, and family counseling / therapy for students who hold a Master's degree in counseling or a related discipline from a regionally accredited college or university. The Program trains students for leadership positions in counseling and related fields.

Curriculum and Instruction (Ph.D.) Specialization in Culture, Language, and Literacy (TESOL)

This doctoral program and specialization are designed for individuals who aspire to careers in college or university teaching and research; leadership positions in community, state, and government agencies; personnel preparation and policy positions in school districts, and curriculum development, design, implementation, and evaluation.

Curriculum and Instruction (Ph.D.) Specialization in Curriculum Evaluation and Research

This doctoral program and specialization are designed for individuals who aspire to careers in college or university teaching and research; leadership positions in community, state, and government agencies; personnel preparation and policy positions in school districts, and curriculum development, design, implementation, and evaluation.

Curriculum and Instruction (Ph.D.) Specialization in Early Childhood Education

The doctoral program and specialization are designed for individuals who aspire to careers in college or university teaching and research; leadership positions in community, state, and government agencies; personnel preparation and policy positions in school districts; and curriculum development, design, implementation, and evaluation.

Curriculum and Instruction (Ph.D.) Specialization in Elementary Education

This doctoral program and specialization are designed for individuals who aspire to careers in college or university teaching and research; leadership positions in community, state, and government agencies; personnel preparation and policy positions in school districts; and curriculum development, design, implementation, and evaluation.

Curriculum and Instruction (Ph.D.) Specialization in Reading, Language, and Cognition

This doctoral program and specialization are designed for individuals who aspire to careers in the following: college or university teaching and research; leadership positions in community, state, and government agencies; personnel preparation and policy positions in school districts; and curriculum development, design, implementation, and evaluation.

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine / Business Administration (MBA) Dual Program

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine / Master of Public Health (MPH) Dual Program

Leadership and Education (Ph.D.) Specialization in Exceptional Student Education (Special Education)

This degree and specialization are designed for individuals who aspire to leadership, teaching, and/or research positions in Special Education. Graduates are prepared for college or university teaching and research; leadership positions in community, state, and government agencies; classroom teaching, and personnel preparation positions.

Leadership and Education (Ph.D.) Specialization in Higher Ed Administration

This degree and specialization prepare you for leadership positions in education, specifically, the community college or university system, as well as government agencies or organizations closely related to higher education. Graduates are prepared to contribute to research, program evaluation, law, history of education, and the teaching/learning process.

Leadership and Education (Ph.D.) Specialization in Human Resource Development

This degree and specialization will prepare you to lead your organization to higher levels of quality and productivity. Develop the skills necessary to help people and organizations adapt to continuous change, increase the learning capacity of individuals, teams, and organizations to optimize growth and effectiveness, and enhance the relationships between people, learning, and organizations by using systematic change processes.

Leadership and Education (Ph.D.) Specialization in Leadership

This degree and specialization integrates the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to become highly accomplished professionals and outstanding leaders of public and non-public educational institutions. Students are prepared to assume leadership positions in various organizations in their communities.

Ministry, Doctor of (D.Min.)

Nursing (Ph.D.)

The PhD provides a framework for inquiry that is responsive to global trends and contemporary challenges in nursing and health care. It is grounded in a perspective that seeks justice, eschews prejudice, and embraces community service. Educational experience is enhanced by the multicultural and multifaceted nature of S. Florida.

Nursing Practice (DNP)

Prepare to become a leader and expert on health care programs, standards, and guidelines that reflect evidence-based research findings. Designed for advanced practice nurses desiring the highest level of educational preparation and excellence in nursing practice, or in areas that support clinical practice such as management and policymaking.

Social Work (Ph.D.)