Adult Education & Training

What you'll learn

Empower adult learners to achieve their educational goals with this Adult Education & Training microcredential. From basic literacy to fostering college aspirations and corporate training, adult education is a transformative field. Tailored for newcomers, this microcredential provides you with a comprehensive introduction to adult education. You will gain insights into the provider types, programs, community services, and funding resources that make up today's adult education landscape. You will master essential skills in planning, design, teaching, and assessing adult learning, allowing you to reflect on your unique perspective and potential in this indispensable field. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study at the graduate level and to immediately apply for positions in training and development, adult literacy, and academic coaching for adult learners.

An online microcredential from Buffalo State (115 instruction hours). Registration is completed with Buffalo State.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

Upcoming sections

What you can earn

Skills covered

Career outlook

Related occupations: Teaching Assistant, Substitute Teacher, Paraprofessional

Schools across New York are hiring teaching assistants and paraprofessionals.