100% Online M.Ed. in Adult Education
Yorkville University’s Master of Education in Adult Education is where the power of education meets the passion for making a difference.
Tailored for those engaged in adult education, including post-secondary education administration, this fully online degree propels students to become experts in adult learning.
The online Master of Education in Adult Education is designed for graduates and in-service professionals who are seeking growth and development opportunities in their work with adults. Many of our students in this program work within industries such as health care, public services, post-secondary education and workforce development.
The Adult Education Master’s supports competency development in three areas: bridging theory and practice; fostering critical reflection; and advocating for socially just practices.
Students of the online Master of Education program can choose between completing an Action Research Project or a Major Academic Report. These final projects make important connections between theory and practice in the field of adult education.
Adult Education specialization
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Make a Difference with Education
“Thinking back on it, the M.Ed. completely transformed my life—both personally and professionally. I never felt like I belonged until I came to this institution. At Yorkville, I felt like I was home.”
Chantelle Caissie
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By virtue of the interprovincial and territorial Agreement on Internal Trade (AIT), an accredited degree specifically accepted for the certification process in one province is to be accepted in all provinces and territories.
Yorkville University is designated by the Minister of Post-Secondary Education, Training, and Labour under the New Brunswick Degree Granting Act to offer its Master of Education in Educational Leadership. The Teacher Certification branch of the Department of Education and Early Childhood Education has approved the Master of Education in Educational Leadership for use towards a higher Teacher Certification, as well as for Principal’s Certification.
Educational Leadership specialization
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New Brunswick Campus
Yorkville Landing, Suite 102
100 Woodside Lane
Fredericton, NB, E3C 2R9
Canada
Yorkville Landing, Suite 102
100 Woodside Lane
Fredericton, NB, E3C 2R9
Canada
Emerge as a reflective practitioner capable of making meaningful contributions to the growth of adult learners with our M.Ed. in Adult Education.
*With full course load, year-round study and/or approved transfer credits.
“In the Faculty of Education, our focus is you – supporting your learning journey, assisting you to reach your goals, and celebrating your ability to leverage education to change lives in your own communities.”
Ellyn Lyle, Ph.D.
Dean, Faculty of Education, Yorkville University
Our comprehensive program encourages you to critically reflect on personal experiences to bridge the gap between theory and practice. By fostering a deep understanding of adult education principles, we equip you with the tools to address real-world challenges.
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Start dates
Duration
Fully online
January, May, September
As few as 2 years*
A variety of exciting and fulfilling outcomes are available to graduates of this program, in settings such as:
Career Outcomes
Reasons to go to Yorkville University
Open Leadership Opportunities
Our highly practical program is taught by a professional faculty with doctorate credentials, equipping you with the knowledge and skills required for ongoing currency and leadership in your profession.
Choose Your Program Pathway
Align the program structure to best align with your career aspirations. Choose between a course-based and a researched-based pathway to complete your program.
Integrate Learning in Your Life
Make time for full-time work and other life priorities while completing your program. To integrate learning into your busy lives, we offer a flexible online study schedule with asynchronous learning.
*With full course load, year-round study and/or approved transfer credits.
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100% Online M.Ed. in Adult Education