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"WMU has amazing professors that are here to support the students various needs throughout the program."
Special education Ed.D. at WMU
The program offers a number of unique educational and clinical opportunities for those interested in working with children and youth with disabilities. The program prepares teachers to work with students who have austism, emotional impairments, or learning disabilities, as well as young children with disabilities. Graduate-level scholars gain hands-on experience working with school districts to serve as special education teachers, teacher consultants, or higher education faculty.
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