The topic for the comprehensive research paper should be related to a problem, situation, or
project that is of interest to you and your workplace/position. The paper will consist of three
chapters, as outlines below. Discuss the topic with the program director prior to beginning your
research.
The document is to be in 12pt. font size; Times New Roman font; and double spaced with one-
inch margins. APA writing style and proper citations must be used. Minimum number of pages
of text is 20 pages, excluding the list of references.
Guidelines:
1. Chapter 1 – Introduction
• Purpose of the study
• Problem statement
• Research question(s)
• Significance of the study
2. Chapter 2 – Review of Literature
• Critique of the literature
• Discuss relevant works and concepts
3. Chapter 3 – Method(s)
• Discuss your research design
• Participants in the study
• Instruments to be used in data collection
• Data collection strategies