Adult Education and Training (AET) 
Master of Education in Education and Human Resource Studies
Offered through the School of Education in the College of Applied Human Sciences, this program is learner-centered and encourages lifelong learning of its participants through a program that is based in practice yet, grounded in current adult learning theory.
This program is primarily designed to serve the subject matter experts in any field that facilitates adult learning activities. Students come from a variety of fields: public service, medical, ESL instruction and tutoring, adult basic education, career and technical education, corporate/business training, student and instructional services, military training, experiential education, arts and sciences, and many others.
Objectives
- Prepare professional adult learning facilitators to work in a variety of learning environments within a culturally diverse global context.
- Provide a program that represents a coherent, progressive, and current curriculum in the main content areas of adult learning.
- Assist degree candidates in becoming critically reflective practitioners capable of conducting and communicating workplace research as it relates to and informs the field of adult learning.
- Encourage individual and professional growth through exposure to other colleagues and collaborative and project-based learning environments.
- Instill in degree candidates the qualities of adult learning professionals and the lifelong learning aspects of the profession.
I am a non-traditional student who earned my undergraduate degree some years back at the same time my two children were enrolled in college. The online delivery format of the AET program was a good match for me, and I highly recommend the program. Time flew as I progressed through the classes with the help of a great counselor, knowledgeable faculty and interesting, challenging and fulfilling classes. Earning my master's degree has enabled me to teach a wider variety of classes at Pikes Peak Community College.
- Sandra Bailey, AET Graduate
Program Curriculum
Students must choose Plan A or Plan B when developing their programs of study. Plan A requires the preparation of a thesis and more course work in research. Plan B requires the preparation of a final program project. The degree requires a minimum of 33 semester credits of academic course work of which 24 credits must be from Colorado State University.
Required Core Courses
- EDAE 520 - Adult Education (3 cr.)
- EDAE 620 - Processes and Methods (3 cr.)
- EDAE 624 - Adult Teaching and Learning I (3 cr.)
- EDAE 629 - Program Development (3 cr.)
- EDAE 692 - Seminar: Adult Education (3 cr.)
- EDRM 600 - Introduction to Research Methods (3 cr.)
- EDUC 601 - Philosophy/Organization of Workplace Education (3 cr.)
Required Courses (Plan B - Project)
- EDRM 698 - Research (3 cr.)
Required Courses (Plan A - Thesis)
- EDRM 699 - Thesis (6 cr.)
Additional research coursework is required for Plan A (Thesis option).
Electives
9 elective credits are required for Plan B. 3 elective credits are required for Plan A.
Students are encouraged to take electives in their area of expertise and matched to their career goals. Suggested courses include the electives from the Organizational Performance and Change (OPC) distance degree or in education, including:
- EDAE 590 - Workshop: Assessment, Evaluation, ROI (1-3 cr.)
- EDAE 590 - Workshop: Learning Technologies (1-3 cr.)
- EDAE 590 - Workshop: The Psychology of Learning (1-3 cr.)
- EDAE 590 - Workshop: Teaching and Learning at a Distance (1-3 cr.)
The focus and convenience of the M.Ed. in Adult Education and Training were perfect for my goals. I am not an educator by trade, but CSU allowed me to expand my horizons in the adult education field. I believe that education is a process of maturing and growth that we each must approach in our individual way to ensure the biggest impact and best results. By listening to my own heart, I have found my inner passion - teaching adults at the post-secondary and non-credit corporate and professional levels.
- Mark Moore, AET Graduate
Application and Admission Requirements
Visit the Distance AET web site for complete information on admission procedures.
More Information
About distance education and registration:
Sheila Kramer
(970) 491-7517
skramer@learn.colostate.edu
About the curriculum or admissions:
Karen Kaminski
Program Coordinator
(970) 491-3713
karen.kaminski@colostate.edu
Degree at a Glance
Delivery
Online. There may also be videos, CD-ROMs, or DVDs that will be used to supplement the online content and activities. On-campus attendance is not required to complete this program.
Total Credits
Plan A or B - 33 credits
Tuition
$419 per credit
Time Frame
Can be completed in a minimum of 16 months, including summer terms. Program duration may vary based on previous course work, intensity of study, and course availability.
Designed For
Those who wish to facilitate adult learning activities including instructors and program developers in proprietary schools, business and industry training departments, community colleges, consulting, entrepreneurial possibilities, or as preparation for a Ph.D. program.