Doctorate in Education in Educational Psychology (EdD) Overview

The Doctor of Education in Educational Psychology with a Concentration in Mental Health Counseling offers an innovative and real-world curriculum that prepares individuals to meet the holistic needs of PK-12 students.  Emphasis is placed upon preparing individuals for transformational roles within the PK-12 school system and the community by addressing three domains: 1) Psychological Test Administration, 2) Mental Health Counseling, and 3) Scholar-Practitioner Researcher. The program is designed to allow students to meet the academic requirements for the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) Mental Health license.

Graduates can practice as mental health counselors, opening up career opportunities (including inside and outside of the field of education). The curriculum includes advanced counseling courses, training in test administration, and a culminating experience in the form of a dissertation.  Students must also complete a 600-hour internship within a PK-12 school setting.

The Doctor of Education in Educational Psychology with a Concentration in Mental Health Counseling program prepares students to assess, train, and provide strategies and methods to address mental health challenges and anticipate future needs through evidence-based research and culturally attuned practices.