Program Overview

Adult and Community College Education

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Adult and Community College Education is designed for entering and experienced educators who seek to advance their careers. Our degree program integrates the best of established adult and lifelong education topics with emerging professional fields.

Program Overview

• Delivery Format: Online
• Entrance Exam: Not Required
• College: College of Education

The program prepares graduates in key subject areas such as understanding adult learner characteristics, motivations, barriers, and opportunities; the study of how adults learn, change, and grow and how they can be supported by others to do so; the role of technology and distance education in adult learning; and, how professionals can build capacities to design, assess, lead, and change organizations that serve adult learners.

Degree Description

Students may choose a specialization in one of three areas:

• Adult and Continuing Professional Education
• Community College Teaching
• Health Professions Education

Eligibility

To qualify for admission, applicants must have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education in any field. International applicants must also have a TOEFL score of 100 or higher. Admission decisions are based on several criteria, including undergraduate GPA, work history, and interest in the field.

Career Prospects

Adult education faculty provide the education and personal attention adult learners need to gain the skills and knowledge required for professional and personal advancement. This flexible online program is tailored to working adults.

Accreditation

North Carolina State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees.