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Online Learning Success
Walden’s PhD in Human Services program can broaden your understanding of the human services field within a global context through an interprofessional approach and course features such as:
If you have earned either a master’s or a bachelor’s degree, you are eligible for Walden’s PhD in Human Services program, with an expedited path available for those who hold a master's degree.
Next Start Date: January 8, 2024
Transfer Credits: Up to 54 credits
Expedited Path to Your PhD
Do you have the time, the discipline, and the motivation to fully commit yourself to a doctoral program? For the ambitious student who wants to hit the ground running, Walden offers a full-time, accelerated path to a doctorate. If you hold a master’s degree in a related field, you can complete your PhD in Human Services degree in less time by taking advantage of this new path.
Earn Your PhD While Balancing Priorities
We now offer additional services to PhD in Human Services students to help you manage all of your priorities so you can achieve your goals.
Benefit from customized registration, doctoral support podcasts, virtual check-in groups, and accommodating faculty. To support family needs, residencies for this program are held in family-friendly locations such as Orlando, Florida, and Anaheim, California.
Learning Outcomes
In this program, you will:
A Personalized Guide to Completing Your Doctorate
Earning your online PhD in Human Services and Administration requires commitment, perseverance, and hard work. You can do it, and Walden is here to help—with our Doctoral Degree Coach™.
Break your research down into manageable, sequential steps. See where you are, what’s ahead, and what you’ve already accomplished—all in one place.
No more guesswork. Set prompts based on your to-do list and receive reminders and updates directly to your inbox.
Stay on the same page and keep your progress on track. With shared access to your dashboard, your chair can easily guide you through your checklists, goals, and timelines.
Quickly find support from the right person at the right time. Our comprehensive resource guide points you in the right direction—no more frustrating searches.
Become more than a scholar; gain skills to help you make a difference in your community. Depending on your specialization, your career options may include a role as a:*
*Career options may require additional experience, training, or other factors beyond the successful completion of this degree program.
If you have earned either a master’s or a bachelor’s degree, you are eligible for this program. You will also be required to submit a completed online application, employment history, and official transcripts.
Your enrollment specialist will help you gather all of the required materials starting with your application all the way through your first day of classes.
"Walden truly wants its students to succeed and carry on its mission and vision."
ONGOING MILITARY OFFER:
A 15% tuition reduction for servicemembers, veterans of the U.S. armed forces, employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and their spouses.*
*A 15% tuition reduction is available to new students who are servicemembers, veterans of the U.S. armed forces, or employees of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This tuition reduction is also available if you are a spouse of a servicemember, veteran, or employee of the VA. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied. Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course.
Walden may change the tuition reduction offered hereunder at any time, but such change will not affect the tuition reduction for students who are currently enrolled at Walden and using the existing tuition reduction. All tuition reductions, grants, or scholarships are subject to specific eligibility requirements. Contact a Walden University Enrollment Specialist for details.
Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, https://www.hlcommission.org/.