Coaching and Teaching Studies, PhD

WVU is the only institution in West Virginia to offer a doctorate degree (PhD and EdD) majoring in Coaching and Teaching Studies.

Our doctoral programs provide a high-quality and meaningful educational experience that enables each learner to succeed in achieving their chosen academic and career goals. Furthermore, the related experiences promote the development of learners as analytical thinkers who are confident in the application of the scientific method and who can excel professionally as educators and researchers.

The PhD is a research doctorate, the purpose of which is to prepare program graduates for careers as researchers in university, government, not-for-profit and industry settings. As its primary learning outcome, program graduates develop the competencies needed to lead innovation in the field through their contributions as independent researchers. Our PhD students also acquire complementary experiences and skill sets that enhance their professional readiness in teaching, service, administration and clinical practice.

The EdD is a professional doctorate, the purpose of which is to prepare program graduates for careers as organizational leaders across a range of school, university and community-based settings. As its primary learning outcome, program graduates develop the competencies needed to facilitate organizational change using data-based approaches to problem solving and decision-making. Our EdD students also acquire complementary skill sets that enhance their professional readiness in teaching, service, administration and clinical practice.