Adult education certificate

in Organizational Leadership, Policy and Development

Developing a practice of lifelong learning helps others to feel fulfilled and inspires social change. With a certificate in Adult Education, you can advise on workplace or public policy and provide knowledge of best practices.

We offer an adult education certificate program at the undergraduate level, which will prepare you with advanced strategies in teaching adults, and hone your own abilities in conveying facts and theories in a persuasive and motivational way. You'll develop specialized skills and knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities adult learners face in educational growth, professional development, and personal enrichment.

Earn a credential that distinguishes you from other job candidates in a range of industries.
Obtain specialized knowledge and feel confident and self-assured in your work.

Program details

14 credits minimum completed in 1-2 semesters for full time students. View program details in UMN-Twin Cities Course Catalog

Required Courses

Complete these three courses and earn 9 credits from:

Choose from one of the following two course options and earn 4-6 credits from:

Electives

If a student needs to take more credits in order to reach the 14 credit minimum for this Certificate, those remaining credits can be selected from the courses listed below.

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How to apply

Undergraduate certificate: application deadline and requirements

Admission deadline

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be submitted at any time.

Admission is open to degree-seeking or non-degree seeking students.

Admission requirements

Minimum Undergraduate GPA: 2.0

TOEFL/IELTS Scores (Not required for U.S. students):

TOEFL: Internet based = 79 or above (21 writing/19 reading)
IELTS = 6.5

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