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Adult and Higher Education Academic Programs
Thank you for your interest in our academic programs. Learn more on this page, or see the following: Quick Reference Tables.
Doctoral Degrees
- Ed.D. in Adult and Community College Education, with an opportunity to choose a specialization in:
- Ed.D. in Higher Education Administration.
- Charlotte-based Executive Weekend Cohort: Ed.D. in Adult and Community College Education.
Masters Degrees
- Master of Adult & Community College Education, including:
- M.S. degree with an opportunity to choose a specialization in:
- M.Ed. degree with an opportunity to choose a specialization in
- Master of Higher Education Administration, including:
- Master of Science (M.S.) in Human Resource Development.
- Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Training and Development (online).
Graduate Certificates
The Department of Adult and Higher Education offers several education options for students wishing to pursue a certificate. All of these certificate programs are available online through distance learning.
Certificate in Community College Teaching
The online graduate certificate in Adult and Community College Education offers students an option to pursue a graduate certificate in community college teaching. The graduate certificate in community college teaching focuses on developing the knowledge and skills necessary to design and deliver course-related content through technology-enhanced learning environments for faculty who teach in community colleges and other post secondary settings. The courses developed for the graduate certificate will enhance faculty abilities in both online and classroom environments.
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Certificate in E-Learning
The online graduate certificate in E-learning will provide professionals with specialized knowledge and skills to apply Internet and Web-based technologies within schools, higher education settings, community and corporate settings. Jointly offered through the Dept. of AHE and CI this program has recently been approved. Specific information on application and courses will be available in August, 2008.
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Certificate in Training and Development
The online graduate certificate in Training and Development consists of a selected set of for-credit courses that are offered in an online format. The certificate courses are selected to offer a cohesive continuing education opportunity for people in training roles in business and industry. The certificate is designed for the person who has recently advanced into a training position and is without the academic preparation needed or for those choosing to increase their knowledge and skills in training for current or future jobs. The certificate is not intended for career exploration nor is it a prerequisite for or part of a graduate degree program.
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Graduate Program Descriptions
Adult & Community College Education
Degrees in Adult and Community College Education are designed to prepare practitioners for leadership and teaching positions in their work with educating adults. The focus is on the study and practice of teaching, learning, leading, and education-planning for individuals, groups, and society. This area of study offers MS, MEd, and EdD degrees and a Graduate Certificate program, plus a distance education option.
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Higher Education Administration
Degrees in Higher Education Administration are designed for those who seek advanced professional preparation for managing and administering programs and services in colleges and universities. The doctoral degree is also intended for those whose intentions include faculty, research, and policy positions. The focus is on preparing individuals to shape the future of postsecondary education through administrative, faculty, research, and policy careers in higher education, and in related settings such as government agencies and institutes for research and policy. This area of study offers MS, MEd, and EdD degrees.
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Human Resource Education
Human Resource Education is the study and practice of the sustainable and ethical development of individuals and organizations through learning, performance improvement, and the use of innovative technologies. The program is designed for working professionals or individuals who desire to enter internal or external training positions in business, government, education and other organizations. This area of study offers MS, MEd, and a Certificate program. Learn more...
Note: Also see the doctoral program in Training and Development, which is a specialization within Adult and Community College Education.
Select Undergraduate Courses
In addition to our graduate and certificate programs, the Department of Adult and Higher Education offers some undergraduate education courses.
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