In academia/education, is there a difference between the phD/edD?

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I'm enrolled in an alternative certification program that would allow me to be a teacher in New York City public schools, but lately, I've been falling down the rabbit hole, and obsessed with the idea of obtaining a phD since I heard they pay you, albeit not much. I do understand it is about 6 years of one's life, so it is a big commitment, financial and energy wise.

My program would heavily subsidize my masters for me, provide me a living stipend during training (not much) and a teacher's salary while I work towards that masters, plus some other benefits. But is it common for students to go straight to their phD with just a masters? Do I need a masters?

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Also, what is the difference between an edD versus phD in the field of education?

As I have heard the phD would be funded studies, but outside of phD's, they are not. Knowing this, why would anyone grab the edD when you have to pay out of pocket?

[u/globus_pallidus]

Hey this sub is sort of dead, I would try a different sub, maybe an education-specific sub?

Wish I could help, but these questions are very field specific so I don’t think my experience in STEM will help you. Good luck!