Online Degrees in Adult Education
The master's in Adult Education program covers the study of curricular planning and development with an integration of technology, strategies for effective classroom instruction for a variety of learners, and critical issues within the field of education. The program also focuses on the areas of adult learning theories, practices, and applications. This program takes 1 to 2 years to complete.
If you are interested in earning an online degree in Adult Education, find the online degree that best fits you..
Accredited Colleges and Universities
Online Schools with Education: Adult Education programs
University of Phoenix
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M.A. in Education/Adult Education and Training
The Master of Arts in Education/Adult Education and Training degree program prepares students with the skills needed to work with adult learners. Coursework focuses on adult learning theory, the needs of diverse learners, critical issues and trends in adult education and training, instructional design and strategies, the use of technologies, and assessment and learning. Each student/applicant is responsible for checking with his or her state Department of Education and/or school district to determine specific credentialing requirements.
Prospective candidates should hold a bachelor's degree prior to enrollment.
Ashford University
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MA/Education - Distance Learning
Place yourself at the cutting edge of the 21st century classroom when you choose Distance Learning as your specialization for the Master of Arts in Education degree earned online from Ashford University. In this specialization, you will gain the skills you need to use technology to deliver effective instruction. The Distance Learning specialization explores powerful innovations that redefine teaching and learning. You will learn needs assessment, content sequencing, and how to write requests for proposals for technology training – all so that you can inform, motivate, and prepare learners. If you are committed to a career involving education, this program from Ashford University is for you. Make an impact on our nation's schools with the expertise that derives from an advanced degree.
Strayer University
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Master of Education: Adult Education and Development Concentration
The Master of Education (M.Ed.) program provides current K-12 teachers, training and development professionals, and HR staff managers the knowledge and skills to pursue or advance their careers in education, HR, training, curriculum development, instructional technology, or trade and education association management. The M.Ed. program of study includes courses covering functional areas and critical knowledge in education as well as courses incorporating business skills and information technology tools. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to apply key concepts and techniques to educational problems and issues.
Walden University

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Ph.D. in Education - Adult Education Leadership - KAM-Based
The Ph.D. in Education online degree program produces leaders who can address the nation's most pressing educational challenges. Each online degree specialization is designed to meet both your professional interests and the needs of your school district, college or university. This graduate degree is ideal if you are already a teacher, and your career goals include becoming a superintendent, faculty member at a university or community college, teacher or administrator. The program offers you three ways to learn–a course-based format, a KAM-based format, or a mixed-model format–depending on the specialization you choose.
Specializations (in addition to the General Program)
li>Adult Education Leadership
- Community College Leadership
- Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
- Early Childhood Education
- Educational Technology
- Global and Comparative Education
- Higher Education
- K–12 Educational Leadership
- Leadership, Policy, and Change
- Learning, Instruction, and Innovation
- Self-Designed
- Special Education
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Ph.D. in Education - Higher Education - KAM-Based
The Ph.D. in Education online degree program produces leaders who can address the nation's most pressing educational challenges. Each online degree specialization is designed to meet both your professional interests and the needs of your school district, college or university. This graduate degree is ideal if you are already a teacher, and your career goals include becoming a superintendent, faculty member at a university or community college, teacher or administrator. The program offers you three ways to learn—a course-based format, a KAM-based format, or a mixed-model format—depending on the specialization you choose.
Specializations (in addition to the General Program)
li>Adult Education Leadership
- Community College Leadership
- Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
- Early Childhood Education
- Educational Technology
- Global and Comparative Education
- Higher Education
- K–12 Educational Leadership
- Leadership, Policy, and Change
- Learning, Instruction, and Innovation
- Self-Designed
- Special Education
Campus-based Schools with Education: Adult Education programs

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Strayer University - Alexandria, VA
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Strayer University - Anne Arundel, MD
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Strayer University - Arlington, VA
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Strayer University - Augusta, GA
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Strayer University - Baymeadows, FL
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Strayer University - Birmingham, AL
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Strayer University - Brickell, FL
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Strayer University - Cedar Hill, TX
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Strayer University - Chamblee, GA
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Strayer University - Charleston, SC
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Strayer University - Cherry Hill, NJ
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Strayer University - Chesapeake, VA
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Strayer University - Chesterfield, VA
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Strayer University - Christiana, DE
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Strayer University - Cobb County, GA
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Strayer University - Columbia, SC
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Strayer University - Columbus, GA
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Strayer University - Coral Springs, FL
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Strayer University - Doral, FL
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Strayer University - Douglasville, GA
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Strayer University - Florence, KY
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Strayer University - Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Strayer University - Fredericksburg, VA
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Strayer University - Greenville, SC
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Strayer University - Henrico, VA
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Strayer University - Huntsville, AL
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Strayer University - Irving, TX
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Strayer University - Katy, TX
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Strayer University - Knoxville, TN
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Strayer University - Lawrenceville, NJ
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Strayer University - Lexington, KY
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Strayer University - Lithonia, GA
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Strayer University - Loudoun, VA
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Strayer University - Louisville, KY
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Strayer University - Maitland, FL
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Strayer University - Manassas, VA
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Strayer University - Metairie, LA
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Strayer University - Milwaukee, WI
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Strayer University - Miramar, FL
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Strayer University - Morrow, GA
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Strayer University - Nashville, TN
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Strayer University - Newport News, VA
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Strayer University - North Austin, TX
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Strayer University - North Dallas, TX
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Strayer University - North Indianapolis, IN
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Strayer University - Northwest Houston, TX
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Strayer University - Orlando East, FL
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Strayer University - Owings Mills, MD
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Strayer University - Palm Beach Gardens, FL
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Strayer University - Piscataway, NJ
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Strayer University - Plano, TX
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Strayer University - Prince George's, MD
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Strayer University - Rockville, MD
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Strayer University - Roswell, GA
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Strayer University - Sand Lake, FL
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Strayer University - Sandy, UT
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Strayer University - Savannah, GA
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Strayer University - Shelby, TN
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Strayer University - Takoma Park, DC
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Strayer University - Tampa East, FL
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Strayer University - Tampa Westshore, FL
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Strayer University - Teays Valley, WV
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Strayer University - Thousand Oaks, TN
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Strayer University - Virginia Beach, VA
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Strayer University - Washington, DC
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Strayer University - White Marsh, MD
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Strayer University - Willingboro, NJ
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Strayer University - Woodbridge, VA