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Train Others

Our online master's degree in training and development will prepare you for training positions in the sector of your choice. Prepare to train others and advance your own career.

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Whether you are an entering or experienced training professional, our program will expose you to both fundamental foundations and innovative best practices, technologies and tools so you’re prepared to work in internal or external training positions in the sector of your choice. You will learn about beginning and intermediate instructional design; talent development; assessment and evaluation; training and task analysis; the use of technology in training and instructional design; adult learning; and organizational change.

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About Our Master’s in Training and Development

The online Training & Development M.Ed. is a 36-credit hour program designed to prepare professionals for business and industry, higher education, healthcare, and military, who are interested in instructional design, corporate training, program evaluation and assessment related to training, organizational change, talent development, consulting, or coaching.

Students and graduates will:
— Develop competencies in instructional design, evaluation and assessment of training programs, adult learning, incorporating technology in training, organizational change, and equal opportunity.
— Have opportunities for professional networking, professional conference participation, presentation or publication, Graduate Student Association, faculty and student interaction
— Have opportunities for work-based, realistic assignment projects that can be added to portfolios/work samples
— Prepare for the Training Industry, Inc. and American Talent Development (ATD) certification exams

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Why Study Training and Development at NC State

Flexible

Complete 36-hour credit online program from anywhere (asynchronous) either as part-time or full-time student to fit your schedule and career goals

Practical

Study a curriculum that incorporates research and best practices you can immediately apply to real-world situations

Quality

Learn from experienced, credentialed faculty and access the support of NC State Libraries and NC State DELTA

Relevancy

Industry-based curriculum and content informed by an advisory board comprised of leaders in training and development

Accessible

Students from a range of professional and personal backgrounds are encouraged to apply

Responsiveness

Adult learner-friendly with year-round admissions for start dates in Fall, Spring, Summer 1 and Summer 2 semesters

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About the College of Education

As a research powerhouse grounded in its land-grant mission, NC State’s College of Education leads the way in preparing educational professionals who make a transformative impact in their fields and in their communities. Here, you will find a caring community committed to your success and helping your achieve your goals.

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