Overview
About the program
Do you want to further develop your scholarly expertise in human services delivery and practice? Let your passion drive your success. Whether you’re interested in teaching, leadership, or research, Walden University's online PhD in Human Services program can empower you to drive societal change on both a local and a global scale.
From your very first course, our program equips you with key research skills to help guide you through your dissertation. You’ll continue to be supported throughout your studies with our ongoing Community of Practice and Research (CPR) forums. Excel in your learning as you create new knowledge that can influence a better quality of life for individuals, families, communities, and society.
A PhD in Human Services program prepares human services scholar practitioners to address systemic societal issues and make a meaningful difference through effective policy, practice, teaching, and research.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Program Evaluation
- Crisis, Trauma, and Disaster Response
- Helping Individuals, Organizations, and Communities
- Research Theory, Design, and Methods
- Management and Leadership Development in Human and Social Services
- Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 30 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
- quarter credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Social Work View 19 other PhDs in Social Work in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- An official transcript of a master’s degree, or higher, from a U.S. school accredited by a regional, professional/specialized, or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education, or from an appropriately accredited non-U.S. institution.
- A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in post-baccalaureate degree coursework.
- Three years of professional/academic experience related to the program for which application is made (preferred).
- Completed application form.
- The Office of Admissions reserves the right to request the names and contact information for two persons, professional or academic, qualified to comment knowledgeably on the applicant’s skills and qualifications.
- Official transcript(s) of highest degree or coursework completed to date.
- Access to a computer and the internet.
Tuition Fee
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International
21746 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 655 USD per credit during 30 months. -
National
21746 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 655 USD per credit during 30 months.
- Fast-Track Option Tuition: $7,180 per term
- KAM-Based Tuition (flat fee): $5,710 per term
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Scholarships Information
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