Online Adult Education Graduate Programs

Graduate Program Programs in Education with an emphasis in Adult Education are designed to boost students' skills in the field and move them ahead in their careers. Starting with foundational courses in Education and Education, most programs then move into a specialization in Adult Education.

Pursuing an Online Degree

Online degrees are not for everybody. Many schools offer try before you buy programs to determine if an online degree is right for you? You can request free information from a school counselor.

If you are a good fit, online degrees provide the flexibility to take classes on your busy schedule and from the comfort of your own home. Even if you attend a campus-based institution of higher learning, many of them offer at least some of their curiculum online, so speak with a school counselor to find out more information.

Is Adult Education right for me?

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.

Online Schools with Education: Adult Education programs

Ashford University

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MA/Education - Distance Learning

Special Terms and Conditions
Successful completion of the Master of Arts in Education program by itself does not lead to certification or licensure in any state. It is the student's responsibility to determine individual state requirements for teacher certification or licensure. Please refer to Education Resource Organizations Directory (EROD) for individual state requirements for teacher certification or licensure. Please be advised that states change their policies from time to time and students are advised to check regularly with their state regulatory agencies' policies and procedures relating to licensure. Further, a criminal record may prevent an applicant from obtaining licensure, certification, or employment in this field of study.

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.
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MA/Education - Higher Education

Special Terms and Conditions
Successful completion of the Master of Arts in Education program by itself does not lead to certification or licensure in any state. It is the student's responsibility to determine individual state requirements for teacher certification or licensure. Please refer to Education Resource Organizations Directory (EROD) for individual state requirements for teacher certification or licensure. Please be advised that states change their policies from time to time and students are advised to check regularly with their state regulatory agencies' policies and procedures relating to licensure. Further, a criminal record may prevent an applicant from obtaining licensure, certification, or employment in this field of study.

If you aspire to teach in a college or university, choose the Higher Education specialization as part of your Master of Arts in Education degree earned online from Ashford University. In this specialization, you will understand the relationships between planning and adult learning at the course, program, and institutional levels. The Higher Education specialization explores factors that affect adult learning, and the organizational cultures that promote or inhibit learning. You will examine curriculum, assessment, and student development in the post-secondary environment. 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 - Higher Education - KAM-Based
This program helps education professionals pursue original research that contributes to the field. Taking into consideration challenges that educators face today, this program explores issues such as human development, organizational systems, and promotion of social change through education. With a range of specializations and learning formats, you can personalize your course of study to meet your needs and goals.

Specializations (in addition to the General Program)
- 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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Master of Science (M.S.) in Adult Learning - Teaching Adults English as Second Language
This degree can help you to become a more effective educator and prepare you to teach adult learners in a variety of settings. Discover solutions that help adult learners build skills they need to succeed in the classroom and in the workforce. The coursework examines theories, trends, and practices in the field; current research; and assessments for adult learners. Choose the General Program or one of four specializations.

Specializations
- General Program
- Developmental Education
- Online Teaching
- Teaching Adults English as a Second Language
- Training and Performance Improvement
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Master of Science (M.S.) in Adult Learning - General
This degree can help you to become a more effective educator and prepare you to teach adult learners in a variety of settings. Discover solutions that help adult learners build skills they need to succeed in the classroom and in the workforce. The coursework examines theories, trends, and practices in the field; current research; and assessments for adult learners. Choose the General Program or one of four specializations.

Specializations
- General Program
- Developmental Education
- Online Teaching
- Teaching Adults English as a Second Language
- Training and Performance Improvement
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Master of Science (M.S.) in Adult Learning - Developmental Education
This degree can help you to become a more effective educator and prepare you to teach adult learners in a variety of settings. Discover solutions that help adult learners build skills they need to succeed in the classroom and in the workforce. The coursework examines theories, trends, and practices in the field; current research; and assessments for adult learners. Choose the General Program or one of four specializations.

Specializations
- General Program
- Developmental Education
- Online Teaching
- Teaching Adults English as a Second Language
- Training and Performance Improvement

Kaplan University

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MS in Higher Education - College Teaching and Learning

Campus-based Schools with Education: Adult Education programs

Strayer University

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Online Schools with Education programs

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.