# EDU 615 Qualifying Examination

## EDU 615 Qualifying Examination

**Pass/No Pass**

Upon completion of the three qualifying courses, candidates will complete a written Qualifying Examination based on materials covered in the three qualifying courses. The Qualifying Courses are common to all three degree programs and provide a solid foundation for continued study. The three courses include EDU 602, Philosophical Foundations of Education, EDU 610, Learning Theory, and EDU 614, History of Education.

**Objective**

The examination is intended to test students’ knowledge related to the Qualifying Courses. The Qualifying Exam will be based on the material presented in the required Qualifying Courses and will require the student to respond to questions that elicit higher level cognitive skills. Students are expected to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge related to the three areas of study while demonstrating advanced academic skills, including (but not limited to) the ability to develop and sustain a line of argument that is coherent and supported with viable, text-based evidence, while writing clear scholarly prose.

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## CCU Online Courses FAQ

##### 1. What is the Qualifying Examination in my doctoral program?

After the first three “qualifying” courses in the Ed.D. program, students complete a qualifying examination consisting of essay questions covering these foundational courses. The qualifying examination is graded on a pass/no pass basis. Students may repeat any portion until they receive a passing score.

##### 2. Is this an accredited college course?

YYes. California Coast University is accredited by the [Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC)](http://www.deac.org/). The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.

##### 3. What should I do if I want more information?

Please [contact us](https://www.calcoast.edu/contact-us.html). You can also download a CCU Brochure or complete a Request For Information Form Online.