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Online Degree Programs: Adult Education


Adult Education Career Training
Teaching literacy and other remedial programs, today's adult educators work in private and public schools. They teach adults a wide range of subjects, from foreign language courses to courses in business, computer programming, vocational courses, and more. If you are interested in a working in this personally-rewarding field, an online degree can be the first step toward the training you need for a new career.

Adult Education Programs: College Degrees, Coursework, Career Information
Bachelor's degree programs offer career training for anyone entering the field, while master's and doctoral programs allow teachers to work at community colleges and universities. Candidates can increase their marketability by combining an adult education degree with a specialty such as literacy teaching, foreign language instruction, or experience in a relevant vocation. Coursework, as you might expect, focuses on education, with classes such as assessment, curriculum design, and educational psychology frequently offered. Graduates can expect a comfortable wage. In 2008, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that adult literacy teachers earned a mean yearly salary of $49,830.

University of Phoenix

With convenient class locations as well as online learning, University of Phoenix makes quality higher education highly accessible. Whether you're seeking an associate's, bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree, we can help you reach your goal while you work-and much sooner than you might expect.

Strayer University

Get the right foundation for your future with a degree from Strayer University. Evening, weekend and online classes are all available to meet the needs of busy adults.

Capella University

Capella University provides working adults the opportunity to earn online degrees in the fields of business management, health care, higher education, human capital management, information technology, mental health, P-12 education, and public safety. An accredited university, Capella delivers a challenging education to more than 23,000 students.

Argosy University Online

Earn your degree without disrupting your life with Argosy University's flexible online programs in business, education and psychology. Benefit from experienced faculty, personalized service, and a supportive community.

Jones International University Online

Earn a high quality degree in Business, IT, Education, or Communications. Jones International University® offers self-paced bachelor's and master's degrees tailored to your needs.